African Changemaker

Omar Saleh

Omar is a leading entrepreneur and one of the most inspiring leaders in the tech industry in Egypt.

He has a wealth of experience in the technology industry, having worked with leading global organizations such as IBM, Oracle, and HP.

Omar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Khazna, a fintech startup extending digital financial services to underbanked Egyptians by providing access to convenient, effective and secure smartphone-based financial services.


Under his leadership, Khazna has launched several innovative solutions, including BNPL services, bill payments and a prepaid debit card. Omar is also a champion for diversity and inclusion, creating a work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.

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