Abu Dhabi-based Anghami Inc., the leading multi-media streaming platform in the MENA region, has announced significant updates to its leadership, appointing Mr. Meshal Abdullah Mohammad Ali as the new Chairman of the Board. The move is part of a broader board reshuffle that also sees Mrs. Eman Al Awadhi and Mr. Moustapha Chami joining as new directors.
A Strategic Leadership Shift
Mr. Meshal Ali succeeds H.E. Sheikha Adana Nasser Sabah Al-Sabah, who has stepped down to rebalance her board commitments but will remain as Chair of OSN Streaming Limited, Anghami’s parent company. The leadership transition comes at a pivotal moment for the NASDAQ-listed company, following its recent integration with OSN+ and a transformative partnership with Warner Bros.
Discovery, which secured exclusive regional rights to HBO and Max Originals.
The updated board structure is designed to support Anghami’s strategic goals of capitalizing on the rapidly expanding regional streaming market and driving its next phase of growth.
“I am honored to step into the role of Chairman, having served on the Board of Directors since 2024,” commented Mr. Meshal Ali, incoming Chairman of Anghami. “The updated Board brings together seasoned leaders from diverse sectors and backgrounds, positioning us to effectively support Anghami’s management team as we unlock value for all stakeholders and pursue our next phase of growth, expanding into new markets and capitalizing on the regional streaming opportunity.”
New Board Members Bring KIPCO Expertise
The new appointments bring a wealth of financial and corporate experience to Anghami’s board. Mr. Moustapha Chami serves as the Deputy Group Chief Financial Officer for Kuwait Projects Company Holdings (KIPCO), a major regional investment holding company. Mrs. Eman Al Awadhi is the Group Senior Vice President for Corporate Communications & Investor Relations at KIPCO, with over two decades of experience in public relations and media.
Mr. Meshal Ali also has deep ties to the regional business landscape, currently serving as the Interim CEO of OSN Group and holding leadership positions at AlRayan Holding Company and United Education Company.
Anghami’s Refreshed Board of Directors
As of January 21, 2026, Anghami’s full Board of Directors is composed of:
- Meshal Ali (Chairman)
- Elias Habib (CEO and co-founder)
- Edgard Maroun (co-founder)
- Michael Johnson
- James Cooke
- Bassil Almouallimi
- Moustapha Chami
- Eman Al Awadhi
About Anghami
Anghami is the leading multi-media technology streaming platform in the Middle East and North Africa (“MENA”) region, offering a comprehensive ecosystem of exclusive premium video, music, podcasts, live entertainment, audio services, and more. With a user base exceeding 120 million registered users and 3.5 million paid subscribers, Anghami has partnered with 47 telcos across MENA. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Anghami operates in 26 countries across MENA, with offices in Beirut, Dubai, Cairo, and Riyadh.
Source: Zawya
