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    Sustainability

    Sustainability is deeply embedded within Zain Group’s business strategy and long-term vision. Building on our position as a regional sustainability leader, our 4WARD strategy strengthens our commitment to responsible growth, digital innovation, climate action, and creating better lives and lasting connections.

    UNITED NATIONS GLOBAL COMPACT

    Zain is a participant of United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world, for responsible business practices. Zain is proud to be among thousands of other companies globally, and a select few telcos from the Middle East region, in making this commitment to taking responsible business action to create the world we all want.

    FTSE4GOOD CO KSC

    IS NOW A CONSTITUENT OF THE FTSE4GOOD INDEX SERIES FTSE4

    The Third 4WARD Pillar: Purpose and Action

    The third pillar of the 4WARD strategy, Purpose and Action, directly reinforces Zain Group’s sustainability agenda by translating our purpose into measurable impact across the communities and markets we serve. This pillar focuses on creating long-term value beyond core connectivity by advancing climate action, digital inclusion, diversity and equity, youth empowerment, responsible innovation, and community development. By embedding sustainability into how we operate, invest, partner, and engage with stakeholders, Purpose and Action ensures that Zain’s growth continues to be guided by accountability, positive social impact, and a commitment to building more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable digital societies.

    Our Mission

    Our Commitments

    • Products and services are designed to meet local market needs, generate economic value, and expand digital ecosystems. This includes advancing digital inclusion, enabling enterprise transformation, strengthening connectivity, and integrating sustainability to support long-term value creation.

    Our Vision

    Strategic Pillars

    • Climate Action

    • People & Society

    • Operating Responsibly

    Climate Action

    People & Society

    Human Rights

    Children’s Rights

    Digital Economy Growth

    Upskill and Reskill

    Human Rights

    At Zain, respect for human rights is embedded across our operations, policies, and stakeholder relationships. We recognize our responsibility to uphold internationally recognized human rights principles and to foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for employees, customers, suppliers, communities, and all stakeholders connected to our business.

    Zain’s approach to human rights is guided by our Human Rights Policy Statement, Code of Conduct, Supplier Code of Conduct, and broader governance frameworks, which help reinforce ethical business practices, non-discrimination, fair treatment, employee wellbeing, privacy, and responsible business conduct across our operations and value chain.

    In parallel, Zain continues to strengthen awareness, accountability, and engagement around human rights through internal policies, employee training, supplier engagement, and ongoing governance processes. Human rights considerations are also integrated into supplier expectations and operational decision-making to help promote responsible and ethical practices throughout the business ecosystem.

    Operating Responsibly

    Responsible Supply Chain

    At Zain, responsible supply chain management is an important component of our broader sustainability and governance approach. We recognize the role our suppliers, partners, and contractors play in supporting responsible business practices and long-term sustainable value creation across our operations and value chain.

    Zain’s approach focuses on integrating environmental, social, ethical, and governance considerations into procurement processes, supplier engagement, and operational oversight. Through our Supplier Code of Conduct and related governance frameworks, suppliers are expected to align with Zain’s standards relating to ethics, human rights, labor practices, environmental management, health and safety, and responsible business conduct.

    In parallel, Zain continues to strengthen supplier accountability and transparency through due diligence processes, supplier assessments, engagement initiatives, and ongoing monitoring practices. This includes encouraging greater visibility around environmental impacts, responsible sourcing, material traceability, and broader sustainability performance across the value chain.

    Reports

    Sustainability Report

    Thought Leadership Reports

    Sustainability Report 2025

    Grounded in Purpose, Growing Sustainably 26MB. PDF

    Facts and Figures

    Climate Change
    Operating Responsibly
    Inclusion
    Generation Youth

    Climate Change

    We recognize the importance of preserving the planet and its resources and are committed to seek ways on reducing our carbon footprint, mitigate climate-related risks and identify opportunities that help preserve energy, water and biodiversity. Zain conducts comprehensive stakeholder engagement process on a continuous basis to help influence policy makers and governmental entities to make sure it complies with any climate related regulation that is set in its market.

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    Operating Responsibly

    We are committed to provide inclusive access to connectivity while reinventing purpose-driven products and services that create social and financial value.

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    Inclusion

    We aim to bridge the divides that currently exist in our operating communities with a specific focus on women in technology, upskill marginalized and disadvantaged communities, promote digital inclusion including the elderly and people with disabilities.

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    Generation Youth

    We seek to empower and build resilience amongst 16 million children and youth across Zain’s footprint. By empowering a large segment of the youth, we aim to safeguard future generations by providing them tools that will enable them to reach their maximum potential.

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    Highlights from Across Our Operations