Operations
Zain operates in the following countries:
| Country | Site | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | bh.zain.com | Zain started operations in the Kingdom of Bahrain in December 2003 as MTC-Vodafone. Since then, it has introduced 3.5G, WIMAX and ‘One Network’ services to Kingdom. Zain’s network covers 100% of the Bahraini population for both 2G and 3G services. |
| Iraq | iq.zain.com | Zain has provided mobile services in Iraq since December 2003. After securing a 15-year license in August 2007, Zain acquired Iraqna’s network, becoming the largest mobile operator in Iraq. The Zain Group subsequently increased its ownership from 30% to 72% to assume majority control in 2008. |
| Jordan | jo.zain.com | In 1994, Zain in Jordan, formerly Fastlink, was the first to introduce mobile services in the country. In 2003, it was the first to join what is now the Zain Group’s Middle East portfolio. |
| Kuwait | kw.zain.com | Zain in Kuwait is the Group's flagship operation, which was established in 1983 and in 1994 became the first telecom operator to launch commercial GSM services in the region. |
| Lebanon | touch.com.lb | In June 2004, Zain won a four-year management contract to operate one of Lebanon’s two GSM networks, rebranded to mtc touch, which has subsequently been renewed. |
| Morocco | inwi.ma | On 14 March 2009, Zain in a 50/50 partnership with Al Ajial Investment Fund Holding acquired 31% of Wana Corporate SA INWI (formerly known as Wana) in Morocco. |
| Saudi Arabia | sa.zain.com | Zain launched its commercial operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on 26 August 2008, a year after it was awarded its mobile license. The Group holds management control of the operation through its 25% ownership stake. |
| Sudan | sd.zain.com | In February 2006, Zain acquired the remaining 61% stake of Mobitel, Sudan’s first mobile operator, in a deal valued at $1.332 billion, resulting in 100% ownership. The company was rebranded to Zain in September 2007 and subsequently renewed its license in Sudan for a period of 20 years. |
| South Sudan | sd.zain.com | Zain is the No. 1 operator in South Sudan. |
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