In recognition for its ongoing efforts in the fields of digital transformation and diversity and inclusion, Zain Iraq, part of Zain Group, a leading mobile telecom innovator in eight markets across the Middle East and Africa, received the Most Innovative Diversity and Inclusion Programs – Telecom award and the Best Digital Telecom Operator award for oodi at the International Finance Awards 2022.
In recognition for its ongoing efforts in the fields of digital transformation and diversity and inclusion, Zain Iraq, part of Zain Group, a leading mobile telecom innovator in eight markets across the Middle East and Africa, received the Most Innovative Diversity and Inclusion Programs – Telecom award and the Best Digital Telecom Operator award for oodi at the International Finance Awards 2022.
Ali Al Zahid, CEO, Zain Iraq, said: “The International Finance Awards represent a new recognition to our ongoing efforts and initiatives enabling Iraqis, mainly youth, to innovate and effectively contribute to the digital transformation. Fueled by the Zain Group’s experience and strategic partnerships with technology giants, Zain Iraq fuels growth among all target segments by offering its leading 4.5G+ infrastructure across the country. Zain also strives to keep diversity and inclusion among its top priorities to nurture equality of opportunities for all Iraqis.”
Zain Iraq has been significantly active in the field of digital transformation through offering innovative and advanced fourth generation services. A major milestone in the digital space was the launch of oodi, Iraq’s first all-digital telecom product with services that is offered via an innovative application powered by Zain Iraq. Zain also presents a diversity of digital offerings that include innovative mobile applications and services in areas that include entertainment and gaming, among others.
In line with the Group’s vision, Zain Iraq enjoys a rich record of initiatives in the diversity and inclusion fields. The leading operator has launched a diverse group of programs with the aim of fueling innovation, creativity, and communication internally and within the communities it operates in. These programs include WE for gender equality, WE ABLE for inclusion of people with special needs, ZAINIAC for sharing ideas and solutions and fueling innovation and communication, BE WELL for mental health and positive working environment, and reverse mentorship.
Last year, Zain Iraq also received the ‘Best Marketing Campaign’ award for its 4G-LTE launch campaign and the ‘Most innovative Digital Transformation Telecom Company’ award for the launch of oodi at the International Finance Awards. These awards were provided in recognition of Zain Iraq’s continuous efforts towards achieving digital transformation, along with the operator’s renewed offers, initiatives, and distinguished projects that aim to answer and exceed subscribers’ needs and aspirations.