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15-07-2025
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Shahid and Al-Manassa sign deal to expand streaming access in Iraq
The partnership seeks to broaden access to licensed, high-quality entertainment in Iraq, as both Shahid and Al-Manassa aim to strengthen their roles in shaping the digital media landscape in the country. Shahid, the Arabic video-on-demand platform in the Middle East, has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Iraq's digital streaming platform Al-Manassa, in a move aimed at expanding its presence and supporting the growth of licensed digital entertainment in the Iraqi market. Through this agreement, subscribers of both Al-Manassa and Al-Watani For Internet will gain access to Shahid's premium video-on-demand service, as well as live streams of MBC channels via the Al-Manassa app. The partnership brings Shahid's wide-ranging Arabic content to Iraqi viewers through an officially licensed platform, contributing to the development of the legal streaming ecosystem in the country. Speaking about the collaboration, Scott Weeman, Director of Partnerships at Shahid, said: 'We are proud of this partnership with Al-Manasa, which enables us to significantly grow the licensed distribution of our rich Arabic content library to Iraqi audiences and to support the ongoing development of premium digital entertainment services in Iraq. This collaboration stems from our ongoing commitment to expanding the reach of Shahid's unique entertainment content across the region.' Almuheleb AlZaidy, CEO of Al-Manasa, explained that Al-Manasa currently offers more than 200 live streaming channels and a massive and comprehensive VOD library. He added: 'The addition of the Shahid service and the MBC group of channels significantly enhances the value of our content, increasing diversity and ensuring we continue to keep pace with and meet the entertainment preferences of our audience in Iraq. This partnership is part of both parties' efforts to provide a more comprehensive and diverse viewing experience for the Iraqi audience, by providing high-quality entertainment content that suits a variety of tastes.'
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16-06-2025
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Shahid and e& Egypt partner to boost digital entertainment
Under this partnership, e& Egypt customers will enjoy all content on Shahid platform exclusively as part of their bundle. E& Egypt has entered into an exclusive strategic partnership with Shahid, the flagship streaming platform of MBC Group, to offer Shahid's content library to its customers across the country. This collaboration aims to transform Egypt's digital entertainment landscape and solidify both brands' footprints in the market. The alliance aligns with the mutual vision of e& Egypt and Shahid to deliver integrated, value-driven entertainment experiences to a broad segment of Egyptian consumers. It also supports e& Egypt's ongoing digital transformation journey while reinforcing Shahid's strategic expansion in the Egyptian market. Through this partnership, e& Egypt customers will receive access to all of Shahid's premium content as part of their subscription bundles, which are directly integrated with a range of the telecom company's offerings, including Emerald, VDSL, Hekaya, Demagh Tanya, Akwa Coins and e& Cash. This move highlights e& Egypt's strategy to evolve as a fully integrated technology and entertainment provider in the region by forming smart collaborations with major regional and global partners. The company remains focused on offering tangible value and high-quality digital services that meet modern consumer demands. Samer Mourad, Vice President of Consumer at e& Egypt, said: 'Through this collaboration, we aim to empower our customers with access to premium Arabic content that aligns with their interests and aspirations, while offering exclusive benefits and a fully integrated entertainment experience.' He added: 'At e& Egypt, we are committed to delivering innovative services that meet the demands of the digital era and reinforce our position as a leading provider of telecommunications and technology solutions in the Egyptian market.' He emphasised: 'We believe that offering real added value to customers through smart partnerships is the optimal way to strengthen our brand. We look forward to continuously developing our services and expanding our offerings to deliver an exceptional digital experience.' Scott Weeman, Director of Partnerships at Shahid, commented: 'We're excited about this strategic partnership which gives us a unique opportunity to reach e& Misr's Egyptian customers with Shahid's market-leading streaming entertainment. The Egyptian market remains a strategic area for us, and we look forward to expanding our presence through innovative integration in a wide range of complementary e& telecom and payment services.' Since its founding in 2006, e& Egypt has been at the forefront of telecom and IT innovation, offering a wide spectrum of services to millions of customers. Shahid, operated by MBC Group, offers a wide range of premium Arabic content including Shahid Originals, premieres, Arabic films, international series, live HD channels, sports, and kids programming. The platform also features over 40 FAST channels and Shahid Shorts, a space for trending reels and short-form content.
