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OSN Group has successfully finalized its acquisition of a majority stake in Anghami Inc., the leading music and entertainment streaming platform in the MENA region. This landmark transaction, which has received all necessary regulatory approvals, marks a pivotal moment for both companies and the broader streaming industry.
Under the agreement, OSN Group has acquired a commanding 55.45% stake in Anghami, granting it majority ownership at a valuation of $3.69 per share. This valuation represents a significant premium, standing at 1.9 times the closing price of Anghami’s stock on Thursday, March 28th. With this acquisition, the combined entity is poised to become a powerhouse in the digital streaming space, boasting over 120 million registered users, approximately 2.5 million paid subscribers, and an impressive revenue projection nearing $100 million.
Anghami, established in 2012, has been a pioneer in digitizing the MENA region’s music landscape. With a vast catalog exceeding 100 million songs, including licensed content from top Arabic labels, independent artists, and global distributors, Anghami has emerged as a go-to platform for music enthusiasts across the region. Its strategic partnerships with over 40 telecom operators have facilitated seamless user subscriptions and acquisitions, while collaborations with major music labels such as Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and the Merlin Network have further enriched its content offerings.
The consolidation of OSN+’s extensive library of premium video content, totalling 18,000 hours, with Anghami’s diverse music and podcast catalog presents an unparalleled opportunity for the combined entity. Leveraging Anghami’s advanced technology stack, which includes AI-driven hyper-personalization, the new entity is poised to deliver an enhanced streaming experience to users, promising best-in-class products and services.
As part of the integration, Elie Habib, Co-founder, and CTO of Anghami, will assume the role of incoming CEO of the combined entity, spearheading its growth and innovation initiatives. Meanwhile, Joe Kawkabani will continue to serve as CEO of OSN Group, ensuring seamless transition and alignment of strategic objectives.
With headquarters in Abu Dhabi and a presence in key regional hubs such as Beirut, Dubai, Cairo, and Riyadh, Anghami operates across 16 countries in the MENA region. This acquisition not only strengthens OSN Group’s position in the digital entertainment landscape but also underscores its commitment to driving innovation and delivering unparalleled content experiences to audiences across the region.
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OSN is the leading service for premium entertainment servicing the MENA region in 22 countries featuring exclusive and in-demand premium global and local hit tv series and films. OSN delivers content across multiple divisions: OSN+, OSNtv, and b2b offerings in every market. Home to the most compelling content from around the world, OSN spearheads premium content including Western, Arabic, Turkish and more across divisions, distinctively known for broadcasting the latest content on the same day as the US, including popular series, blockbuster movies, and the best in kids and lifestyle programming.
OSN's ambition is to deliver ente
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2:30a ET 4/2/2024 - PR Newswire
Anghami and OSN+ Successfully Complete Milestone Transaction, Creating an Entertainment Powerhouse
Mentioned: ANGH
The transaction has received all required regulatory approvals for successful closure
OSN Group's investment in Anghami gives it a majority stake at a valuation of $3.69 per share
Anghami Inc. (NASDAQ: ANGH) ("Anghami"), a leading music and entertainment streaming platform, and OSN+, a leading video streaming platform for premium content, today announced the successful completion of their landmark transaction after receiving all regulatory approvals.
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ANGH: Told ya sooooo!!! (Arabic Folks are now TRENDING, after circa 15,000 of them SLAUGHTERED by you know who!!! I.e., the World feels-their-pain --- and not just the pain of those OTHER folks, who have lost only circa 1,500. DO THE MATH, Planet Earth!!! And FIX that mess over there!!!)