December 10, 2025 – Obeikan Education, a leading education solutions provider in the middle east region, and Britannica Education, a global authority in trusted knowledge and learning with over 250 years of heritage, have announced the execution of a strategic distribution agreement to deliver Britannica’s digital education solutions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Under the agreement, Obeikan Education will distribute Britannica’s digital products to K–12 schools, higher education institutions, and government entities, enabling access to world-class, research-based educational content aligned with international academic standards.
As part of the partnership, Britannica’s digital content will be integrated into the Nawras Education platform, Obeikan Education’s digital learning ecosystem. The integration will provide institutions with secure authentication, centralized content access, and scalabledeployment—delivering a seamless, future-ready digital learning experience.
Advancing Digital Literacy and Inquiry-Based Learning
By combining Britannica’s globally trusted content with Nawras Education’s robust digital infrastructure, the partnership supports schools and institutions in strengthening digital literacy, inquiry-based learning, and access to high-quality academic resources. The collaboration responds to the growing demand for credible, authoritative digital content that supports modern teaching and learning models across Saudi Arabia.
Leadership Perspectives
Mr. Mohamed Khalil, CEO of Obeikan Education, stated: “This partnership with Britannica Education marks an important milestone in strengthening our digital learning ecosystem. By integrating Britannica’s trusted content into the Nawras Education platform, we are empowering institutions across the Kingdom with secure, scalable access to knowledge that fosters critical thinking, research excellence, and academic achievement.”
Mr. Matthew Ward, EMEA Director at Britannica Education, commented: “We’re hugely excited to be entering this important partnership with Obeikan Education. Bringing together Britannica’s trusted global brand and Obeikan’s deep regional expertise creates a strong foundation for supporting educators across the Kingdom. We’re looking forward to working closely with the Obeikan team to ensure teachers have access to high-quality, reliable resources that make a real difference in the classroom.
At a time when misinformation is growing and the demands on educators are increasing, providing schools with trusted content has never mattered more. Together, we’re committed to helping build informed, confident, and resilient digital citizens for the future.”
Looking Ahead This partnership brings together Britannica’s legacy of trusted knowledge and Obeikan Education’s regional leadership, leveraging the Nawras Education platform to deliver future-ready digital learning solutions that support institutional excellence and long-term educational impact across Saudi Arabia.
About Obeikan Education
Obeikan Education, a subsidiary of Obeikan Investment Group, is a leading education solutions provider delivering curriculum solutions, professional development, and digital education platforms across the Middle East and GCC. The company focuses on empowering students, educators, and institutions through high-quality content and innovative learning technologies.
About Britannica Education
Britannica Education is a global education company with over 250 years of experience in delivering trusted knowledge. Its digital learning solutions support inquiry-based learning, research skills, and academic excellence for schools, universities, and institutions worldwide.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Sep 29,2025— Obeikan Education, a leading provider of innovative educational solutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region, is proud to announce the expansion of its strategic partnership with Teaching Strategies, a U.S.-based global leader in Early Childhood Education (ECE). Under this partnership, Obeikan Education is officially authorized as the distributor of Teaching Strategies’ Educational Solutions and International Editions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This continued partnership is built on a shared mission to transform early childhood education across the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A partnership that merges local expertise with global solutions to create a more inclusive, equitable, and future-ready learning environment for Early Childhood Education.
“This partnership reflects our long-standing belief that meaningful collaboration is the key to transforming education,” said Mohamed Khalil, CEO of Obeikan Education. “By combining our local expertise with Teaching Strategies’ international solutions, we aim to elevate the preschool experience for every child, educator, and parent in the region.”
“Our partnership with Obeikan Education is grounded in a shared mission—to ensure that every young child receives a strong foundation for lifelong success,” added Luis Wasserman, General Manager at Teaching Strategies. “With Obeikan’s strong presence and commitment to excellence, we are confident in our ability to make a lasting impact.”
As early childhood education becomes a cornerstone of educational reform in the region, this partnership highlights what’s possible when global insight meets local expertise—driving equity, inclusion, and future-readiness across the ECE landscape.
Riyadh, January 20, 2025 – SHAMEL successfully hosted the SHAMEL Connect event yesterday at the Obeikan Knowledge Academy Center in Riyadh. The event brought together industry leaders, partners, and innovators to explore SHAMEL’s cutting-edge solutions, redefining procurement and operational excellence.
The agenda featured engaging sessions and insightful presentations, including:
• Welcome & Vision: Saber Atyieh, COO of Obeikan Digital Solutions (ODS), shared SHAMEL’s strategic vision and its role in driving innovation.
• SHAMEL Solutions: Muataz Saleh, SHAMEL’s Business Development Director, introduced SHAMEL’s Four core service pillars:
SHAMEL Marketplace Platform
Bulk Selling of Non-Performing Inventories (NPI)
SHAMEL Long Term Procurement Services
SHAMEL E-Sourcing Hub
• Innovation & Partnerships: Presentations by key partners, including Significa and Teradix, highlighted collaborative achievements and innovative technologies.
• Technology Highlights: Sherif Fathy, Operations Director, showcased SHAMEL’s 3D printing capabilities and its integration into procurement processes.
The event concluded with a networking lunch, fostering meaningful connections and discussions for future opportunities.
SHAMEL Connect demonstrated SHAMEL’s ongoing commitment to delivering innovative solutions that empower businesses and drive sustainable growth.
ODS is pleased to announce that Electric House joined our electronic marketplace Shamel via a signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that has been inked between the two parties for the purpose of listing over 10,000 industrial and electrical parts of the leading company on Shamel’s platform, which shall contribute to boosting their products exposure online and promoting their e-commerce sales.
Madar participated as a golden partner at the prestigious Supply Chains and Logistics Services Conference, showcasing the highlights of our presence at this esteemed event, that capture mainly the competency of our dynamic team and the essence of our cutting-edge digital logistics solutions that aligns with the Kingdom’s vision for 2030. We extend our sincerest gratitude to all our visitors and partners for their invaluable contributions to the success of this event.
Nahdet Misr and Obeikan Forge Strategic Partnership to Transform the Educational Landscape in the Middle East and Africa
Cairo, September 11th 2023
Obeikan Group, a renowned conglomerate with expertise across various sectors in Saudi Arabia, and Nahdet Misr Group, Egypt’s leading provider of educational and capacity-building solutions, have forged a strategic partnership to revolutionize the educational landscape in the Middle East and Africa.
Solidified through the signing of a memorandum of understanding, this partnership is focused on driving educational development and fostering economic sustainability in the region.
By leveraging their combined strengths, both entities are fully committed to creating innovative and advanced educational opportunities that harness the transformative power of modern technology. This collaborative approach will cultivate an inspiring and dynamic learning environment, nurturing innovation and creativity among learners. The ultimate goal of this partnership is to empower Arab and African nations to effectively navigate the ever-evolving global technological landscape, enabling them to thrive in the digital era.
The scope of cooperation between Obeikan Group and Nahdet Misr Group encompasses the development of educational content and modern curricula with a primary focus on cultivating future skills among students. This collaborative effort draws upon the extensive expertise of both institutions, working in conjunction with the Ministries of Education in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
In addition to content development, this partnership takes a bold step towards driving digital transformation in education. By adopting accelerated measures and leveraging artificial intelligence techniques, learners will benefit from personalized and interactive learning experiences. This collaboration also seeks to nurture entrepreneurship and support EdTech startups, recognizing the significant size and growth of this crucial sector in Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Together, they aim to unlock new opportunities and advance the education sector in the Arab and African regions
The collaboration between Obeikan Group and Nahdet Misr Group extends to providing effective solutions in technical education and vocational training. Recognizing the importance of bridging the skills gap, their joint programs aim to equip the workforce with the necessary skills aligned with the demands of the job market.
Moreover, both institutions will capitalize on their extensive capabilities in printing and producing diverse educational materials. With access to two of the largest and most advanced printing facilities in the region, they are well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of the educational landscape.
“The strategic partnership between Obeikan and Nahdet Misr signifies a crucial stride and an important milestone in transforming the educational landscape across the Middle East and Africa. By harnessing the distinctive capabilities and extensive expertise of both entities, we anticipate that the memorandum of understanding will yield innovative methodologies and impactful educational content, fostering a comprehensive learning experience that benefits all stakeholders. This collaboration empowers educational institutions to excel in their roles, thereby ensuring a brighter future for students.” stated Eng. Abdullah Obeikan, CEO of Obeikan Investment Group.
Dalia Ibrahim, CEO of Nahdet Misr Publishing House, further elaborated, stating, “Considering the educational challenges faced by countries in the region, the collaboration between Nahdet Misr and Obeikan presents an exceptional opportunity for exchanging experiences, knowledge, and venturing into new markets within the Arab and African regions. This strategic alliance empowers us to undertake extensive, high-quality educational projects in collaboration with ministries and educational authorities across diverse countries. Furthermore, it enables us to fulfill our mission of developing human capacity, fostering a brighter future for generations to come, and promoting sustainable development throughout the region.”
About Nahdet Misr Group:
Nahdet Misr Group is a prominent Egyptian learning organization that has been at the forefront of education and publishing in the MENA region since its inception in 1938. With a rich history spanning over eight decades, the group has established itself as a pioneer in the industry.
Operating through its eight subsidiaries, Nahdet Misr Group offers a comprehensive range of integrated services. These include curriculum development, professional development programs for educators, digital learning solutions, educational software development, vocational education and technical training programs, as well as publishing solutions.
In 2017, Nahdet Misr Group made a significant stride by launching EdVentures, the first Edtech corporate venture capital in the MENA region. EdVentures provides valuable support to startups operating in the education sector through its incubation, acceleration, and investment programs.
About Obeikan Investment Group
Obeikan Investment Group (OIG) was established in Riyadh in 1982 by Al Obeikan family, and embarked on a journey of growth over the decades to become a leading company in the fields of manufacturing, packaging, printing, binding, publishing, curriculum development, education, and other investments with a growing focus on digital transformation.
The education sector holds significant importance within the Obeikan Group, as it focuses on developing various aspects and embracing digital transformation and interactive education across all educational levels. Obeikan Education has been dedicated to enhancing curriculum content, teaching and learning approaches, and providing professional development opportunities for teachers. Additionally, the company has made significant strides in e-learning and the adoption of cutting-edge educational solutions.
Obeikan Education also offers best practices based on international standards, and localizes and disseminates international expertise to suit the cultural and religious context of Arab and Islamic communities, providing innovative curricula in the local language. In harmony with Obeikan’s digital transformation policy, Obeikan Education is spearheading the digitization of the educational process, with a focus on making the student and teacher the central pillars, leading to more efficient, effective, deep, unique, attractive, and interactive education. This is achieved through building integrated platforms and providing digital learning tools that support interactive learning, critical thinking, and multimedia.
