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March 31, 2024

HSBC Middle East Joins Mala’a Membership Network 

On March 24, 2024, HSBC Middle East entered into a membership agreement with the Oman Credit & Financial Information Centre (Mala’a) to become a Banking sector member.  The agreement outlines Mala’a’s provision of a centralized repository of credit and financial data aimed at aiding members in evaluating the creditworthiness of their clientele. This strategic measure […]

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November 16, 2023

Bilateral Agreement for the Exchange of Credit Information between Oman Credit Information Center (Mala’a) and the Kuwait Credit Information Network Company

Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre (Mala’a) has entered into a bilateral Agreement for the Exchange of Credit Information with its counterpart the Kuwait Credit Information Network Company (Ci-Net). This general objective of the agreement is to promote the facilitation of the exchange of credit-related information among Gulf Arab nations, aligning with the decision of […]

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November 12, 2023

Mala’a and Saudi Credit Bureau (SIMAH) Sign a Bilateral Agreement for the Exchange of Credit Information

Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’a) has officially signed a bilateral agreement to exchange credit information with the Saudi Credit Bureau (SIMAH). This agreement aligns with the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) vision to bolster the banking system, support credit service providers, enhance risk management practices, and facilitate informed credit decisions across member countries. The […]

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August 22, 2023

Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’a) and BENEFIT Bahrain Sign a Bilateral Agreement

Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’a) signs a bilateral agreement with Benefit Bahrain Credit Reference Bureau, which falls under efforts aimed at enhancing frameworks of mutual cooperation among the Gulf Arab countries. The agreement was signed by Mala’a’s general manager, Bassam Al-Jamali, and Abdulwahed Al-Janahi, the CEO of BENEFIT. Signing this agreement highlights the […]

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June 15, 2023

Oman Credit and Financial Information Center wins the Excellence Award for providing credit information services

Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre (Mala’a) has received an Award for Excellence in Credit Information Services at the New Age Banking Summit by OER Magazine. Mala’a is the official source for credit and financial information through credit reports and credit scores. The credit parameters make for crucial criterion that determines eligibility to obtain credit […]

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May 28, 2023

Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’a)  participates in COMEX 2024

Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’a) has participated in the banking and financial pavilion during the 32nd edition of the Global Technology Show (COMEX) at Oman Convention and Exhibition Center. The exhibition, which was sponsored by the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology, brought together over 500 participants from institutions, companies, and investors. […]

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April 4, 2022

Mala’a and the National Center for Financial Information Sign a Cooperation Program

Oman Credit & Financial Information Centre (Mala’a) and the National Center for Financial Information signed a cooperation program to collaborate on significant aspects of Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Financing of Terrorism (AML-CFT) laws on Tuesday, March 8th, 2022, at a formal event held at NCFI headquarter. The Program was signed by Mr. Bassam Al Jamali, […]

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April 4, 2022

Mala’a wins the Global Business Outlook 2021 Award for the “Fastest Growing Consumer & Commercial Credit Information Reporting in the GCC”

Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre (Mala’a) won the Global Business Outlook Award for the “Fastest Growing Consumer & Commercial Credit Information Reporting in the GCC” for the year 2021. The achievement is a testament for Mala’a’s efforts in developing the credit system in the Sultanate since its inception in 2019 with the support of […]

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March 7, 2022

Appointing Mr. Bassam Al Jamali a General Manager to Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre (Mala’a)

The Central Bank of Oman management and Board of Governors, appointed Mr. Bassam Al Jamali a General Manager to Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre (Mala’a) on November 21st.  Mr. Bassam Bin Tariq Bin Abdul Redha Al Jamali brings in a vast experience of over 24 years in the Central Bank of Oman in the […]

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August 9, 2021

Mala’a offers Credit Score to assist Credit Risk Management in the Financial sector

MUSCAT, July 1: Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre (Mala’a) offers Credit Bureau services to enhance the creditworthiness of the individuals and corporates in the Sultanate in line with Oman Vision 2040, said Mala’a’s Managing Director Mr. Aadil Al Saadi. This supports financial inclusion by ensuring responsible financing in addition to improved credit risk management. […]

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