Hatem Dowidar

#BreakingNews e& CEO Hatem Dowidar to step down by end of March 2026 gulfnews.com/1.500454123

Global connectivity underpins every layer of the digital economy. As 6G standards move toward finalization by 2028, the strategic question is: Will next-gen networks reinforce global connection or deepen technological fragmentation? @hdowidar

Creativity is the force that transforms ideas into impact, setting visionaries apart and shaping the future of industries, communities, and culture across the Middle East. In its fourth edition, Fast Company Middle East’s Most Creative People in Business 2026 celebrates remarkable leaders who demonstrated how creativity, ingenuity, and determination can drive meaningful progress while leaving a lasting legacy. Our sponsors @binance and @blacklaneme played a key role in empowering the individuals celebrated and in reflecting the purpose and impact at the heart of Most Creative People in Business. We are proud to have honored this extraordinary group of innovators and visionaries, whose achievements inspire others to reimagine what is possible and set new standards for creativity across the region. Here is the exceptional list of honorees Fast Company Middle East recognized for their transformative creativity: fastcompanyme.com/collections/mo… @SafiyaKhalil @SB4Edu @Dalyahya @noura_bntfaisal @lamia1507 @hdowidar @himanshusaini04 @JessicaKahawaty @KB_ae7 @lwallan @mariamsolika @MGawdat @MAB_GMG @nadinenjeim @Nadir_Nahdi @nezar_k @nsweid @roladiab @TareqAmin_ @cenomicenters @FryingPanTours @Etihad_Rail @Khalifa_Uni @NYUAbuDhabi @AGFforE @womenaco @frontrowfilmsME @dgeabudhabi #MCPIB2026 #MostCreativePeopleInBusiness

Hatem Dowidar, Group CEO of e& (Etisalat Group), is redefining the future of technology and telecommunications across 38 markets in the Middle East and beyond, transforming the company into a global digital powerhouse. Recognised for his strategic vision and transformative impact, he secures 4th place in the Visionaries category of the Top 150 Most Influential Arabs of 2025. @hdowidar @eAndUAE Discover who else made the list on: arabianbusiness.com/powerlists/rev…

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The UK is rightly a magnet for global investment. The Government recently approved the Strategic Relationship Agreement between Vodafone and e&. This is subject to proportionate measures under the NSI Act. There has been significant interest & speculation about the decision. 👇

🚨#BreakingNews Hatem Dowidar Tops Global Telecom CEO Rankings • CEO of "Etisalat &e", UAE 🇦🇪 • Brand highest valued in MEA telecom, 13th globally • Portfolio brand value: $17 billion @etisalatAnd @hdowidar

We have released our annual list of the Top 100 CEOs in the Middle East. Heads of Saudi #Aramco, #ADNOC, and Emirates Group retain their top three spots for the third consecutive year. #Forbes forbesmiddleeast.com/leadership/ceo…

Abu Dhabi Chamber extends its congratulations to its Board Member H.E. Hatem Dowidar, Group CEO of e&, for being named within Forbes Middle East’s Top 100 CEOs list for 2023.

أثناء زيارتي اليوم لمعرض جيتكس جلوبال للتكنولوجيا .. في نسخته الأكبر عبر 43 دورة بمساحة تتجاوز 2.7 مليون قدم مربع وبمشاركة 6000 شركة تقنية و180 ألف متخصص. معرض جيتكس اليوم أصبح مجموعة معارض تخصصية للتقنية والشركات الناشئة والمبرمجين والذكاء الاصطناعي والأمن السيبراني وغيرها . معرض جيتكس يشبه دبي في سرعة نموه حيث نما 40٪ عن دورته السابقة .. ويشبه دبي في احتضانه لأفضل العقول من 180 دولة .. ويشبه دبي في شغفها بكل جديد يسهم في تغيير مستقبلنا نحو الأفضل .

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to everyone affected by the devastating earthquake in Morocco. As part of the Moroccan community through Maroc Telecom, part of our e& family, we feel the pain and stand in solidarity with Morocco and all it’s people.

قال الرئيس التنفيذي لمجموعة «&e» حاتم دويدار لـ«#CNN_الاقتصادية» إن الشركة رأت أن وسط وشرق #أوروبا يمثلان منطقة واعدة بالنسبة لهم. تفاصيل أكثر: tinyurl.com/yc6n8s6f #العالم_بلغة_الأعمال @hdowidar

“Careem is absolutely the right fit for us,” @etisalatAnd CEO @hdowidar tells CNBC’s @dan_murphy as new details emerge about its $400 million plan to develop Careem’s “super app” across the Middle East.

Thrilled 2 continue partnering w/ @MudassirSheikha + Magnus and @etisalatAnd as we grow the Careem super app across the greater Middle East! V important region for all of us at Uber - exciting times ahead for @Uber and @Careem! cnb.cx/3KVJRcR

We've always been proud of our heritage. From our roots as a #telecom group, we've evolved into a global #technology group to be reckoned with. And we couldn't have done it without the unwavering support of the #UAE, our home for 47 years.

UAE global tech group e& - formerly known as Etisalat - is expanding its business off the back of record profits last year. Group CEO @hdowidar talks with CNN about his plans for the future.@etisalatAnd

We are delighted to announce that our Group CEO, @hdowidar , has made it to the top of the 2023 Telecom Brand Guardianship Index from @BrandFinance, ranking 1st globally and becoming the first CEO from the Middle East and Africa region to top the index. #eAnd #BrandFinanceMEA

My interview with my dear friend the amazing @hdowidar we discussed @etisalatAnd trasformation from a #Telco to a TechCo, @eAndCapital and their investment strategy and much more .. youtube.com/watch?v=9_hL2J… @2043official #podcast #future #Tech #MENA #VentureCapital

We bid farewell to His Excellency Mohammed Saeed Al Mulla, a figure of great influence in the development of the UAE. His influence on the national economy and his involvement in various industries, including telecommunications,