Ahmed Khalil, the Group CEO of Raya Holding for Financial Investments, has

been named among Forbes Middle East’s Top Tech CEOs 2026 This prestigious

list highlights the most influential leaders in the Middle East shaping the future

of technology and digital transformation

Forbes Middle East’s Top Tech Leaders of 2026

The Forbes Middle East ranking includes leaders from two categories Top Tech Leaders

of Global Companies and Top Tech CEOs The list recognizes those who lead some of

the region’s most impactful tech-driven companies and acknowledges their roles in

the region’s growing reliance on AI, digital infrastructure, and innovation to drive

economic development

A Vision of Sustainable Growth Through Technology

Commenting on his inclusion in the list, Ahmed Khalil expressed

I’m honored by this recognition, but the real story goes beyond any individual Raya was

founded 27 years ago from the merger of leading IT companies, and since then, technology

has been the core of everything we do Even as we expanded into sectors such as fintech

BPO, retail, mobility, distribution, smart buildings, hospitality, and advanced manufacturing

technology has remained our guiding force—our North Star The real credit belongs to the

thousands of individuals across Raya who transformed expertise into innovation, and innovation

into impactful companies For us, technology is not just an industry it is an enabler of

opportunities, a driver of investment value, and a key to building companies that

ensure sustainable growth

Strategic Partnerships and Key Milestones in 2025

In 2025, Raya forged several key strategic partnerships to further accelerate its

tech-driven initiatives Raya CX, its customer experience division, partnered with

RSVP, a London-based company, to expand offshore customer service solutions

Meanwhile, Aman, Raya’s fintech arm, teamed up with two of Saudi Arabia’s largest

retail chains to provide innovative financing solutions Additionally, Raya Auto launched

Electra EV Charge, in collaboration with Sungrow MENA and Central Asia, advancing

electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the region Africa50 also invested $15 million

in Raya Data Center to fund the development of a new Tier III data center in Egypt

which will help support the nation’s rapidly growing digital economy

Ahmed Khalil’s Leadership and Raya’s Continued Growth

Ahmed Khalil joined Raya in 2009 and became the Group CEO in 2020 Under his leadership

the company has strengthened its technology platforms and expanded its regional footprint

focusing on GCC markets while prioritizing AI, digital infrastructure, and sustainable value creation

across its diverse portfolio of investments. Today, Raya operates in sectors such as fintech, BPO

retail, distribution, electric mobility, manufacturing, and hospitality, employing over 20,000 people

across six countries For the first nine months of 2025, Raya reported a 41% year-on-year revenue

increase, reaching $950 million, while its total assets surged to $1.05 billion, demonstrating the

company’s solid financial performance and ongoing expansion Khalil also serves as Vice Chairman

of Makarony Polskie, a company listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange

Raya’s Technological Vision for the Future

Ahmed Khalil Raya’s success story is a testament to the power of technology in shaping the future

Under the stewardship of Ahmed Khalil, the company continues to expand its digital

ecosystem, focusing on innovation and creating value through technology With a keen

focus on long-term growth, Raya aims to remain a key player in the region’s evolving

digital landscape