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November 12, 2023Mala’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, 2023Oman 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 […]
Read articleJune 15, 2023Oman 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, 2023Oman 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, 2022Mala’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, 2022Mala’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, 2022Appointing 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 […]
Read articleAugust 9, 2021Mala’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. […]
Read articleAugust 9, 2021Mala’a received 740,000 Credit Report applications received in 2020, and 37 Membership Agreements signed so far
Muscat- June Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’) was established in 2019 by Royal decree 38\2019 as the first pillar of the Central Bank of Oman’s 2019-2021 Strategy to enhance the business environment towards implementing Oman 2040 Vision. The center offers credit and financial reports and scores for individuals and corporates and aims to be Oman’s national […]
Read articleNovember 29, 2020Oman Credit and Information Centre Signs an MoU with Jusoor Foundation
Muscat\ Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’a) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Jusoor Foundation on November 29th 2020 that states providing credit and financial information about Jusoor Foundation’s service providers, individuals and supplying or project executing corporates. The information will be used to assess the clients’ solvency and creditworthiness as stipulated in the […]
Read articleMala’a Launches Employment Information Service (Huwiya Ratebi) to Enhance Lending Processes and Risk Assessment
In line with Oman’s vision for digital transformation, Mala’a is proud to announce the launch of its new Employment Information Service (Huwiya Ratebi), offering unparalleled value and exclusivity. As a separate addendum to the membership agreement, the innovative service is designed to empower financial institutions with accurate, real-time employment data to accelerate lending processes, reduce […]
Read articleMay 26, 2025Oman Credit and Financial Information Center (Mala’a) is a partner in the launch of digital platforms for Remote Trading in the Omani capital market
As part of a national initiative to simplify and promote investment in the Omani capital market, and in collaboration with the Financial Services Authority (FSA), Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX), and Istidamah Program, Mala’a is proud to support the launch of four new Remote Trading Platforms for licensed brokerage firms. These platforms, owned by Ubhar Capital, […]
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February 19, 2025Mashreq signs a membership Agreement with Mala’a
Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, has officially entered into a membership agreement with Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre (Mala’a), under the foreign banks category. This agreement grants Mashreq access to a comprehensive database of credit and financial information, which will aid in making well-informed credit decisions, conducting financial capability assessments […]
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