Dhofar International Development and Investment Company (Dhofar Investments) has completed its merger with OIFC Khedmah, marking a pivotal milestone in integrating operations, unifying efforts, and advancing capabilities within the Sultanate of Oman. This strategic merger brings together two well-established public joint-stock entities, combining Dhofar Investmentsโ financial strength and investment expertise with Khedmahโs operational excellence and innovation-driven service model, creating a unified platform with enhanced growth potential empowered to support Omani businesses, talent, and digital advancement.
The merger aims to accelerate the development of innovative financial services through the Khedmah platform, strengthen corporate governance, fast-track technology adoption, and support initiatives that contribute to sustainable economic growth in alignment with Oman Vision 2040.
Said Ahmed Safrar, Chief Executive Officer of Dhofar Investments, stated: “This merger reflects our collective ambition to build a stronger, more agile organization capable of unlocking new growth opportunities, developing national talent, and advancing Omanโs digital and economic transformation. It is not merely about combining scale; it is about a shared vision that enhances our investment portfolio, empowers Omani capabilities, and positions the unified entity as a leader in technology-driven financial and investment services.”
The merged entity remains committed to nurturing and developing Omani talent by providing an environment that encourages innovation, supports the testing of new ideas, and enables the scaling of high-impact projects strengthening the nationโs economic foundation.
Leveraging Khedmahโs advanced digital infrastructure including billing, collection, e-wallet, and remittance services. The unified entity will advance further into fintech solutions and smart services. This will support financial inclusion and expand secure, accessible digital service channels across communities in Oman.
The integration also aligns governance systems, digital infrastructure, and operational frameworks into a unified structure, maximizing synergies between Dhofar Investmentsโ financial strength and Khedmahโs service innovation.
Safrar added: โKhedmah will continue to expand as a trusted digital platform that brings bill payments, top-ups, remittances, delivery, and lifestyle services together within a seamless ecosystem. Our goal is to support Omanโs transition toward a tech-driven future, making digital services simple, secure, and accessible for everyone.โ
Following the merger, Dhofar Investmentsโ diversified portfolio which includes insurance, banking, digital payments, energy, hospitality, education, healthcare, construction, exchange, and services will be further strengthened through digital integration, enhanced capital capacity, and the introduction of future-ready innovative solutions.
