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Hi Dubai
16-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
DEWA Honoured with 3G Digital Transformation Award for Excellence in Internal Audit Innovation
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received the prestigious '3G Championship Award for Digital Transformation 2025' in recognition of the innovative advancements made by its Internal Audit Department. The award was presented as part of the Global Good Governance (3G) Awards , organised by UK-based financial advisory firm Cambridge IFA, and announced during the ceremony's 10th annual edition held in Brunei Darussalam. This international accolade comes after a comprehensive evaluation by Cambridge IFA, which verified DEWA's adherence to global standards of governance and its significant progress in digital transformation. DEWA's Internal Audit Department stood out for its implementation of advanced analytics and AI-driven tools, enhancing the transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness of auditing processes. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, received the award at the authority's headquarters, accompanied by Ahmed Hassan Mohammad Noor, Vice President of Internal Audit, and the department's team. 'The award reflects our commitment to the highest standards of transparency, integrity and institutional governance… Adopting innovation across DEWA's areas of work has consolidated its position as one of the best utilities worldwide,' said Al Tayer. The Global Good Governance Awards, managed by Cambridge IFA, recognise government bodies, private organisations, and NGOs that prioritise governance, sustainability, and ethical leadership. DEWA's win highlights its forward-thinking approach to auditing and its broader efforts to embed digital transformation across its operations. With this recognition, DEWA reinforces its global standing as a utility leader that not only provides essential services but also sets benchmarks in governance, digital innovation, and responsible management practices. News Source: Emirates News Agency
TECHx
15-07-2025
- Business
- TECHx
DEWA Wins 3G Award for Digital Transformation 2025
Home » Smart Sectors » DEWA Wins 3G Award for Digital Transformation 2025 Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced that it won the '3G Championship Award for Digital Transformation 2025'. The award recognises the achievements of DEWA's Internal Audit Department. The accolade was revealed during the 10th annual Global Good Governance (3G) Awards ceremony held in Brunei Darussalam. The event was organised by UK-based financial services firm Cambridge IFA. Cambridge IFA conducted a detailed auditing process before selecting DEWA. The authority was found to meet the highest international standards in governance and digital transformation. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, received the award at DEWA's head office. He was joined by Ahmed Hassan Mohammad Noor, Vice President – Internal Audit, and members of the department. Al Tayer stated that the award reflects DEWA's commitment to transparency, integrity, and institutional governance. He added that the Internal Audit team uses advanced analytics and AI tools to improve audit efficiency. DEWA was praised for its use of innovation across all operations. The award reinforces DEWA's status as a global leader in utilities and governance. The 3G Awards, supervised by Cambridge IFA, honour organisations that prioritise governance and sustainability.
Zawya
23-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Cambridge IFA and DDCAP GroupTM extend strategic partnership to drive continued growth in Islamic Finance
London, Cambridge IFA, a leading financial services intelligence house, and DDCAP GroupTM, a prominent provider of intermediating financial technology and Sharia-compliant trading services, have announced the renewal of their strategic partnership, committed to advocating, supporting, and promoting the growth of Islamic finance across borders. Driven by a shared vision for a thriving Islamic finance industry, this renewed partnership builds upon the strong foundation of past collaborative achievements and represents a significant strategic advancement for the Islamic finance industry. Cambridge IFA and DDCAP continue to collaborate on a range of strategic initiatives, projects, events, and publications designed to drive growth in the Islamic finance industry. Key initiatives include the Cambridge Global Islamic Finance Report (GIFR) and ISFIRE, the only print magazine dedicated to Islamic finance published from London. Additionally, the partnership extends to leadership and capacity-building programmes such as the Cambridge Islamic Finance Leadership Programme (IFLP), the WOMANi Programme, and the Cambridge Islamic Finance Structuring Master Programme (IFSM), alongside other advocacy and development initiatives. DDCAP Group, for over 25 years, has been a pioneer in supporting and developing capacity-building programmes to foster ethical leadership in Islamic finance. With a strong focus on advancing leadership skills, the group actively drives training, human capital development, and empowerment initiatives—particularly for women—to enable meaningful contributions to the global evolution of Islamic finance. DDCAP's unwavering support for these projects underscores its commitment to responsibly and sustainably connect to and strengthen the global Islamic financial market. Through their strategic collaboration, Cambridge IFA and DDCAP remain committed to shaping the future of Islamic finance. Their efforts focus on cultivating the next generation of industry leaders, empowering women to excel in Islamic business and finance, and delivering cutting-edge financial intelligence that equips market leaders with the insights needed to drive innovation and growth. The renewal of this partnership enables both organisations to strengthen their advocacy efforts and further enhance the global recognition and understanding of Islamic finance. By leveraging their combined expertise, they will continue to promote and implement impactful initiatives that drive greater awareness, acceptance, and adoption of Islamic finance principles and products worldwide. Professor Humayon Dar, Executive Chairman of Cambridge IFA and Director General of Cambridge Institute of Islamic Finance, said: "We are pleased to announce the renewal of our annual agreement with DDCAP Group, reaffirming our dedication to advancing the Islamic finance sector. This ongoing partnership underscores our mutual commitment to nurturing a robust Islamic financial ecosystem. Through our collaborative efforts, we continue to enhance our capacity-building and leadership initiatives, champion women empowerment and gender diversity, and provide accurate Islamic financial knowledge. Our alliance with DDCAP Group is instrumental in driving innovation and promoting sustainable development within the industry, ensuring we remain at the forefront of market needs and expectations.' Stella Cox CBE, FCSI(Hon), Managing Director and Founder of DDCAP Group™ commented: 'DDCAP Group™ is proud and pleased that our strategic partnership with Cambridge IFA is extended, once again, thereby strengthening our shared commitment to our established and expanding collaborations and initiatives. We feel privileged that the projects that our partnership encompasses are well regarded for their positive contribution to Islamic finance and that they also align so closely with the priorities of DDCAP's sustainable and responsible actions program encompassing the targets and objectives of the UN Sustainable Development Goals 4 (Quality Education), 5 (Gender Equality), 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) & 17 (Partnerships). We look forward to the ongoing development of our partnership in the year ahead and eagerly anticipate the enhancements that we will work together to bring to our joint programmes for the benefit of our industry sector and its stakeholders. About Cambridge IFA Cambridge IFA, a financial services intelligence house, specialises in Islamic finance development and advocacy, leadership positioning and brand development equipped with powerful and intelligent tools to evaluate business analytics, macroeconomic indicators and understand the market trends. Cambridge-IFA provides consultancy to governments, financial institutions and multilateral organisations in the areas of developmental financial markets and alternative finance and banking products, procedures, practices and policies. Mainly, the institution develops indicators for the alternative banking and finance industry. About DDCAP Group™ DDCAP Group™ (DDCAP) is the industry-leading market intermediary and digital solutions enabler, connecting the global Islamic financial market responsibly via its proprietary, multi award-winning platform, ETHOS AFP™ (ETHOS). Outside of its London headquarters, DDCAP's international footprint includes representative offices in Bahrain, the Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai and Kuala Lumpur. ETHOS is the market leading, multiple award-winning real-time trade and post trade services platform which provides continuous coverage and enables DDCAP clients worldwide to purchase from a responsible, diverse asset inventory via a secure, web-based portal for onward sale to their own clients and counterparties, with functionality delivering an array of benefits and efficiencies whilst mitigating trade and operational risks. DDCAP is committed to developing and supporting awareness of the business and ethical adherence for responsible finance. DDCAP's own commitment to Sustainable and Responsible Actions ('SRA') is reinforced within policy that extends across its corporate environment and infrastructure, business offerings and services and engagement with its stakeholders and other third parties internationally.
New Straits Times
13-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Dr Zaliha honoured with 3G leadership award for government sector in Brunei
LABUAN: Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has been awarded the 3G Leadership Award for Government Sector (Individual) 2025 at the 10th Global Good Governance Awards (3G Awards) in Brunei Darussalam. Department of Federal Territories in a statement today said the prestigious award, evaluated by Cambridge IFA, recognises Dr Zaliha's leadership in strengthening governance practices that are ethical, inclusive, and citizen-centred within the federal territories. A total of 19 recipients from 15 countries were honoured at the event, which brought together prominent figures from government and corporate sectors worldwide, including representatives from Petronas Dagangan Bhd and Dubai Customs. The award was presented by Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department of Brunei Darussalam Datuk Seri Paduka Awang Mohd Riza Datuk Paduka Mohd Yunos, witnessed by Cambridge IFA chairman Prof Dr Humayon Dar. This international recognition reflects Malaysia's commitment, particularly in the Federal Territories, to advancing public sector governance reforms and supporting sustainable urban development aligned with the values of Malaysia Madani. The awards ceremony was part of the 2025 Global Good Governance Summit organised by Cambridge IFA in collaboration with Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA) and Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD), under the theme 'Transformative Governance for Health, Environment, and Community Sustainability". The 3G Awards are evaluated based on criteria including impact, transparency, innovation, and social responsibility, recognising individuals and organisations advocating for progressive and ethical governance. This recognition also serves as a catalyst for ongoing efforts to enhance value-based governance, in line with the aspiration of the federal territories to lead in progressive, citizen-focused governance. – Bernama
Barnama
13-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Dr Zaliha Honoured With 3G Leadership Award For Government Sector In Brunei
LABUAN May 13 (Bernama) -- Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has been awarded the 3G Leadership Award for Government Sector (Individual) 2025 at the 10th Global Good Governance Awards (3G Awards) in Brunei Darussalam. Department of Federal Territories in a statement today said the prestigious award, evaluated by Cambridge IFA, recognises Dr Zaliha's leadership in strengthening governance practices that are ethical, inclusive, and citizen-centred within the Federal Territories. A total of 19 recipients from 15 countries were honoured at the event, which brought together prominent figures from government and corporate sectors worldwide, including representatives from Petronas Dagangan Berhad and Dubai Customs.
