رئيس مجلس الإدارة
سعيد اسماعيل
رئيس التحرير
مروة أبو زاهر

رئيس مجلس الإدارة
سعيد اسماعيل

رئيس التحرير
مروة أبو زاهر

CBE Governor Hosts Nigerian Counterpart and Tours Banknote Printing House

Strengthening African Cooperation

In alignment with Egypt’s commitment to deepening African partnerships, H.E. Mr. Hassan Abdalla,

Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), welcomed H.E. Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of

the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for high-level talks focused on enhancing bilateral collaboration.

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Visit to the New Administrative Capital Printing House

Following the meeting, Mr. Abdalla escorted Mr. Cardoso on a tour of the state-of-the-art Banknote

Printing House in the New Administrative Capital.

The delegation reviewed the full banknote production process from design to delivery while

exploring the facility’s production capabilities, cutting-edge technology, and advanced

anti-counterfeiting systems.

Technical Exchange and Capacity Building

The visit featured a comprehensive exchange of expertise between the two banks in

areas including monetary policy, supervision, Basel frameworks, cybersecurity, data analytics, and FinTech.

The Nigerian delegation also visited the Egyptian Banking Institute (EBI) to explore its role in

developing banking sector talent.

Shared Vision for Regional Progress

CBE Governor emphasized Egypt’s strategic focus on African integration and expressed

appreciation for Nigeria’s warm hospitality during the recent Afreximbank meetings.

He reaffirmed Egypt’s readiness to share its successful banking and regulatory experiences.

Nigeria Praises Egyptian Expertise

Mr. Cardoso highlighted the importance of the visit for boosting financial cooperation and

praised the high-tech capabilities and security measures of Egypt’s printing house.

He also expressed interest in adopting best practices from Egypt’s financial sector.

Continued Engagement

The visit follows CBE Governor recent trip to Nigeria during the 32nd Annual Meetings

of Afreximbank, reinforcing ongoing collaboration between the two central banks

and supporting regional financial development.

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Carizma Developments marks the launch of its Z55 project, a key part of its ambitious investment strategy in Egyptian market

Carizma launches its first project in Egypt

Carizma Developments has announced the launch of its first project in Egypt’s real estate market,

the Z55 project in New Cairo. The company is launching this project as part of a

promising investment plan totaling EGP 10bn over two year

Mohamed ElSaadany, founder and CEO of Carizma Developments, stated that

the project is a commercial development combining modern design with a smart strategic location

Carizma Developments

Z55: Modern design with a strategic location in New Cairo

He explained that the company sees a real gap in the design and management

of commercial spaces in the Egyptian market, noted that the company does not

merely build structures but aims to create an integrated experience that reflects

the user’s identity and pays attention to the finest details

ElSaadany added that the new project targets a diverse segment of

entrepreneurs, emerging brands, and large companies seeking spaces that reflect their ambitions

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Huge EGP 10bn investment over two years

He pointed out that the company is focusing on building strong partnerships, delivering

smart services, and ensuring efficient management within the project, all of which align

with its core philosophy in real estate development

He disclosed that the company plans to invest over EGP 5bn in a range of commercial

projects in various locations including Fifth Settlement, Sheikh Zayed, and 6th of October.

The company aims to launch its first project for sale within six months, targeting a total

investment volume approaching EGP 10bn over two years

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An integrated experience reflecting user identity

He explained that the company was founded in Dubai in 2003, initially specializing in

consulting and training. It later decided to move into real estate development

in the Egyptian market, especially given the competitive advantages of the Egyptian

real estate sector, including strong demand and promising opportunities for serious local and

foreign companies

The Z55 project launch celebration was enlivened by artist Tamer Hosny and

attended by a distinguished gathering of stars and artists, alongside sports

champions and prominent figures from the media and business sectors

The event truly embodied the project’s new slogan, “Zoning Attraction.” Additionally, it was

announced that a new branch of Adam’s Lounge, owned by Tamer Hosny, will open within

Z55 in the Fifth Settlement, building on the tremendous success of its Sheikh Zayed location

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Raya Electronics Expands Strategic Partnership with Lenovo and Microsoft to Empower Egyptian Enterprises with AI-Driven Digital Transformation and Seamless Migration to Windows 11

Raya Electronics & Lenovo Renew Strategic Alliance

Raya Electronics a subsidiary of Raya Trade which is a portfolio company of Raya Holding for

Financial Investments—has announced the expansion of its long-standing strategic

alliance with global technology leader Lenovo.

This renewed collaboration is designed to

support Egyptian enterprises in their transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11,

enhancing cybersecurity, operational agility, and future-readiness as part of Raya’s

ongoing commitment to accelerating digital transformation across the corporate sector

Empowering Enterprises with Windows 11 Transition

This initiative reinforces Raya Electronics’ position as a key enabler of enterprise innovation in Egypt,

leveraging the capabilities of its dedicated Enterprise Solutions division to deliver tailored, future-proof technologies

Comprehensive Tech Solutions & Financial Services

In partnership with both Lenovo and Microsoft, Raya Electronics is offering a comprehensive portfolio

of next-generation devices and operating systems to meet the evolving demands of Egypt’s largest

business client base. Beyond hardware, the company provides an integrated suite of value-added

services—including flexible financial solutions that optimize capital efficiency, as well as robust

after-sales support and technical services to ensure operational continuity. These offerings

further cement Raya’s reputation as a trusted partner for large-scale digital transformation initiatives

A Decade of Innovation-Driven Partnership

Bassem Megahed, CEO of Raya Trade, commented: “This collaboration marks a continuation of

a decade-long success story and reaffirms the strategic alliance between Raya Electronics and

Lenovo—an alliance that exemplifies how innovation-driven partnerships can accelerate digital

transformation in the Egyptian market. Together, we are delivering advanced technology solutions

that empower businesses to navigate today’s complex challenges, particularly in cybersecurity

and infrastructure modernization”

Serving Over 500 Enterprise Clients Across Sectors

He added: “Our enterprise clients rely on Raya Electronics not only for our technology offerings

but also for our commitment to delivering a fully integrated service model—from sales and post-sales

support to tailored financial services. This investment in end-to-end value creation has enabled us

to secure the largest market share in Egypt’s enterprise IT and electronics solutions sector, offering

the most comprehensive suite of services aligned with the evolving needs of modern businesses”

Megahed emphasized the strategic value of Raya’s global alliances: “Through our partnerships

with global leaders like Lenovo, we deliver tangible value to over 500 enterprise clients—including

leading corporations, ministries, government and sovereign entities, banks, educational and cultural

institutions, energy providers, tourism operators, and new urban developments. Our mission is

to support their journey toward sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness”

Ola El Deeb, General Manager for Egypt and the Levant at Lenovo, stated: “In today’s rapidly

evolving business environment, organizations need integrated technology solutions that offer

flexibility, security, and continuous modernization. At Lenovo, we are proud to collaborate with

our strategic partner and official distributor in Egypt, Raya Electronics, to deliver a full ecosystem

of smart devices and solutions that enable a seamless transition to Windows 11—while meeting

the highest standards of cybersecurity and operational excellence.”

Lenovo’s Smart Devices for Modern Work Environments

She continued: “Lenovo’s solutions have long been a cornerstone in helping organizations build

secure, intelligent work environments. Through our renewed collaboration with Raya Electronics,

we are offering a wide range of Windows 11-enabled computing devices—including the iconic

ThinkPad series, renowned for its durability and enterprise-grade performance; the ThinkCentre

desktop line, known for its operational reliability; and high-performance workstations designed for

intensive tasks such as engineering design and data analytics”

Driving Sustainable Growth Through Collaboration

Ola El Deeb concluded by reaffirming Lenovo’s commitment to the Egyptian market

“Our strategic partnership with Raya Electronics is a key pillar of Lenovo’s expansion strategy in Egypt.

With Raya’s deep operational expertise and market reach, we are well-positioned to scale our

impact and support organizations of all sizes in building smart, secure, and sustainable digital ecosystems”