Anghami (NASDAQ:ANGH) is a leading digital entertainment company that operates a music streaming platform tailored to audiences in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Headquartered in Beirut, Lebanon, the company provides both an ad-supported free tier and a premium subscription service that unlocks features such as offline listening, high-quality audio, and ad-free playback. Through partnerships with major international and regional record labels, Anghami offers a catalog that blends Arabic content with global hits, positioning itself as a cultural bridge for music fans across diverse markets.
The company was founded in 2012 by Eddy Maroun and Elie Habib, who recognized a gap in the digital music landscape of the Arab world. Over the next decade, Anghami expanded its product offerings to include curated playlists, in-app social sharing, real-time lyrics display and support for podcasts and live events. In October 2021, Anghami completed a business combination with a special purpose acquisition company and began trading publicly on the Nasdaq under the ticker ANGH, marking a significant milestone in its growth strategy.
Anghami’s platform is available on mobile (iOS and Android), desktop and web, with localization features that cater to regional tastes and languages. Users can discover emerging Arab artists alongside established international acts, explore editorially curated content and access personalized recommendations driven by machine-learning algorithms. The service also offers branded experiences, such as live virtual concerts and exclusive releases, enabling record labels and artists to engage directly with listeners in the MENA region and among diaspora communities.
Serving millions of registered users across over 20 markets in the Middle East and North Africa, Anghami maintains offices in key hubs such as Dubai and Riyadh to support local partnerships and business development. Co-founders Eddy Maroun, who serves as Chief Executive Officer, and Elie Habib, Chief Technology Officer, continue to guide the company’s vision of delivering an authentic, regionally focused streaming experience while pursuing growth opportunities in digital audio and entertainment services.
