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Orascom Investment Holding
S.A.E.
Consolidated Financial Statements
As at and for the year ended
December 31, 2024 (IFRS)
Together with the auditor’s report
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To the Board of Directors of
Orascom Investment Holding S.a.e.
2005A Nile City Towers Cornish El Nile Ramlet Beaulac
N/A Cairo
Egypt
REPORT OF THE REVISEUR D’ENTREPRISE AGREE
Qualified Opinion
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Orascom Investment Holding S.a.e.
and its subsidiaries (the "Group"), which comprise the consolidated statement of financial
position as at 31 December 2024, and the consolidated statement of profit and loss and other
comprehensive income, consolidated statement of changes in equity and consolidated
statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and notes to the consolidated financial
statements including a summary of significant accounting policies.
In our opinion, except for the possible effects of the matters described in the “Basis for Qualified
Opinion” section of our report, the accompanying consolidated financial statements give a true
and fair view of the consolidated financial position of the Group as at 31 December 2024 and
of its consolidated financial performance and its consolidated cash flows for the year then
ended in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as adopted by the International
Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”).
Basis for qualified opinion
• Investment in equity accounted investee and cash held in North Korea
The Group’s investment in CHEO Technology JV (“Koryolink”), a foreign associate is carried
at $12 million as at 31 December 2024 under “Equity-accounted investees”. For the year, a
$9 million share of profit was recognized but was fully impaired due to the fact that Koryolink
is operating under an international ban and financial restrictions imposed by the international
community on North Korea, which lead to difficulties in transferring profits abroad and
repatriation of funds outside of North Korea. The Board of Directors consider the recognized
profit and related impairment as the best estimate of the recoverable amount.
We were unable to obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence to support the recoverable
amount of this investment, the share of profit, or the corresponding impairment. Consequently,
we could not determine whether adjustments were required to the opening and closing
balances of “Equity-accounted investees” in the consolidated statement of financial position,
the captions “Share of profit from equity accounted investee” and “Impairment of share of profit
from equity accounted investee” in the consolidated income statement and other
comprehensive income and related disclosures.
On 10 November 2025, we issued a qualified opinion on the consolidated financial statements
• Cash held in North Korea
In addition, the Group holds restricted cash of $114 million in North Korea, comprising $106
million with the Foreign Trade Bank of DPR Korea and $8 million of cash in hand. The Board
of Directors recorded a 50% expected credit loss (ECL), booking for the year ended 31
December 2024 an additional $13 million in the caption “Impairment of current and non-current
assets”.
We were unable to obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the recoverability of
these balances, the adequacy of the ECL and the existence of the cash in hand. As a result,
we could not determine whether further adjustments to the captions “current financial assets
at amortized cost” in the consolidated statement of financial position and “Impairment loss of
other financial assets” in the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive
income or related disclosures were necessary.
On 10 November 2025, we issued a qualified opinion on the consolidated financial statements
he recoverability of the
restricted cash held with the Foreign Trade Bank of DPR Korea.
• Investment in Orascom Telecom Lebanon S.A.L (“OTL”)
Orascom Telecom Lebanon S.A.L (“OTL”), a Lebanese subsidiary, has elected Lebanese
Pound as its functional and presentation currency. Lebanon is classified as a hyperinflationary
economy. As at 31 December 2024, OTL represented $6.6 million of the Group’s total assets
and $1.3 of total liabilities and $(0.47) million operating results.
The Board of Directors did not provide an assessment of the impact of IAS 29 Financial
Reporting in Hyperinflationary Economies. Accordingly, we could not obtain sufficient
appropriate audit evidence regarding the effects of inflation on OTL’s assets, liabilities, or
results from operations. There were no other procedures that could have been performed to
satisfy ourselves as to the appropriateness of OTL’s total assets, total liabilities and results
from operations. As a result, we were unable to determine whether any adjustments were
necessary.
On 10 November 2025, we issued a qualified opinion on the consolidated financial statements
of the Group for the financial year ended 31 December 2023 for the above-mentioned reason.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the Law of 23 July 2016 on the audit profession
(“Law of 23 July 2016”) and with International Standards on Auditing (“ISAs”) as adopted for
Luxembourg by the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (“CSSF”). Our
responsibilities under the Law of 23 July 2016 and ISAs as adopted for Luxembourg by the
CSSF are further described in the « Responsibilities of “réviseur d'entreprises agréé” for the
audit of the consolidated financial statements » section of our report. We are also independent
of the Group in accordance with the International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants,
including International Independence Standards, issued by the International Ethics Standards
Board for Accountants (“IESBA Code”) as adopted for Luxembourg by the CSSF together with
the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the consolidated financial statements,
and have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities under those ethical requirements. We
believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a
basis for our qualified opinion.
Key audit matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most
significance in our audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period. These
matters were addressed in the context of the audit of the consolidated financial statements as
a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on
these matters.
Except for the matters described in the “Basis for Qualified Opinion” section, we have
determined that there are no other key audit matters to communicate in our report.
Responsibilities of the Board of Directors and those charged with governance for the
consolidated financial statements
The Board of Directors is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the
consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as adopted
by IASB, and for such internal control as the Board of Directors determines is necessary to
enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the Board of Directors is responsible for
assessing the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters
related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Board of
Directors either intends to liquidate the Group or to cease operations, or has no realistic
alternative but to do so.
Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Group’s financial reporting
process.
Responsibilities of the réviseur d'entreprises agréé for the audit of the consolidated
financial statements
The objectives of our audit are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated
financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or
error, and to issue a report of the “réviseur d'entreprises agréé” that includes our opinion.
Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit
conducted in accordance with the Law of 23 July 2016 and with ISAs as adopted for
Luxembourg by the CSSF will always detect a material misstatement when it exists.
Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in
the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users
taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements.
As part of an audit in accordance with the Law of 23 July 2016 and with ISAs as adopted for
Luxembourg by the CSSF, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional
skepticism throughout the audit. We also:
—
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial
statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive
to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to p
rovide a
basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud
is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery,
intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
—
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit
procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing
an opinion on the effectiveness of the Group’s internal control.
—
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of
accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the Board of Directors.
—
Conclude on the appropriateness of the Board of Directors' use of the going concern basis
of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty
exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the
to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are
required to draw attention in our report of the “réviseur d'entreprises agréé” to the related
disclosures in the consolidated financial statements or,
if such disclosures are inadequate,
to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the
date of our report of the “réviseur d'entreprises agréé”. However, future events or
conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.
—
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial
statements, including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial statements
represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair
presentation.
—
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the
entities and business activities within the Group to express an opinion on the consolidated
financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and
performance of
the Group audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.
We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the
planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant
deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.
We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with
relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all
relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence,
and where applicable, actions taken to eliminate threats or safeguards applied.
From the matters communicated with those charged with governance, we determine those
matters that were of most significance in the audit of the consolidated financial statements of
the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our
report unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in
extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our
report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to
outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.
Luxembourg, 23 December 2025 KPMG Audit S.à r.l.
Cabinet de révision agréé
Fabrice Leonardi
* The accompanying notes from page (5) to page (47) are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
Chief Financial Officer Chairman
ORASCOM INVESTMENT HOLDING S.A.E.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS OF
(In thousands of US$)
Note
December31,2024
December31,2023
Assets
Property and equipment
14
22,632
31,558
Intangible assets
15
-
-
Investment property
16
-
-
Equity-accounted investees
12
12,071
19,858
Financial assets at amortized cost
17
13
47,975
Financial assets at FVTPL
17
28,522
24,332
Total non-current assets
63,238
123,723
Inventories
365
35
Trade receivables
19
4,302
5,208
Financial assets at amortized cost
17
56,954
-
Other assets
20
12,869
2,057
Cash and cash equivalents
21
45,714
73,583
Total current assets
120,204
80,883
Total assets
183,442
204,606
Equity
Share capital
22
95,890
95,890
Reserves
(62,267)
(56,507)
Retained earnings
20,821
27,532
Equity attributable to equity holders of the Company
54,444
66,915
Non-controlling interests
(87)
(301)
Total equity
54,357
66,614
Liabilities
Borrowings
23
104,727
100,009
Deferred tax liabilities
18-1
9,595
9,396
Total non-current liabilities
114,322
109,405
Borrowings
23
3,163
3,386
Trade payables and other liabilities
25
4,903
15,593
Income tax liabilities
996
2,328
Provisions
24
5,701
7,280
Total current liabilities
14,763
28,587
Total liabilities
129,085
137,992
Total equity and liabilities
183,442
204,606
ORASCOM INVESTMENT HOLDING S.A.E.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED
December 31
December 31
(In thousands of US$, except per share amounts)
Note
,2024
,2023
Continuing operations
Revenues
6
7,873
5,754
Other Income
2,728
115
Total Income
10,601
5,869
Purchases and services
7
(9,132)
(4,761)
Other expenses
9
(484)
(225)
Increase in provisions
24
(1,670)
(1,487)
Personnel cost
8
(6,446)
(9,081)
Depreciation and amortization
10
(1,085)
(1,627)
Impairment loss of other financial assets
(14,000)
(49,448)
Operating (loss)
(22,216)
(60,760)
Finance income
11
17,537
4,241
Gain/losses on financial assets at FVTPL
11
5,943
(3,956)
Finance expense
11
(6,918)
(9,611)
Net gain from foreign currencies translation differences
11
1,944
19,783
Share of profit from Equity-accounted investees
12
8,868
18,103
Impairment of share of profit from Equity-accounted investees
12
(8,868)
(18,103)
(Loss) before income tax
(3,710)
(50,303)
Income tax expense
13
(3,126)
1,567
(loss) for the year from continued operations
(6,836)
(48,736)
Discontinued operations
Gain /(Loss) from discontinuing operation (net of income tax)
28
-
9,434
(Loss) for the year
(6,836)
(39,302)
Other comprehensive income:
Items that may subsequently reclassified to profit or loss net of tax
Foreign operations- Foreign currencies translation differences
(6,021)
(19,834)
Total other comprehensive Loss for the year
(6,021)
(19,834)
Total other comprehensive Loss for the year
(12,857)
(59,136)
Profit / (loss) for the year attributable to:
Owners of the Company from continuing operations
26
(6,711)
(48,711)
Owners of the Company from discontinuing operations
28
-
9,434
Non-controlling interests
(125)
(25)
Total
(6,836)
(39,302)
Total other comprehensive income for the year attributable to:
Owners of the Company
(12,871)
(59,197)
Non-controlling interests
14
61
Total
(12,857)
(59,136)
(losses) per share from continuing operation - basic & diluted
26
(0.001)
(0.0093)
* The accompanying notes from page (5) to page (47) are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
ORASCOM INVESTMENT HOLDING S.A.E.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024
(In thousands of US$)
Note
Share
Legal
Translation
Treasury
Other
Total
Retained
owners of the
controlling
capital
reserve
reserve
Share
reserves
reserves
earnings
parent company
interests
Total equity
Equity
attributable to
As of January 1, 2023
22
95,890
26,150
(56,525)
-
8,075
(22,300)
42,055
115,645
(462)
115,183
Restatements
-
-
(6,650)
-
(8,075)
(14,725)
24,754
10,029
-
10,029
As of January 1, 2023, restated
95,890
26,150
(63,175)
-
-
(37,025)
66,809
125,674
(462)
125,212
Foreign operations- Currencies translation
-
-
-
(19,920)
-
(19,920)
-
(19,920)
86
(19,834)
Profit for the year
-
-
-
-
-
-
(39,277)
(39,277)
(25)
(39,302)
Total comprehensive (loss) for the year
-
-
(19,920)
--
(19,920)
(39,277)
(59,197)
61
(59,136)
Transactions with owners of the company
NCI Share in investment in Subs
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
100
100
Gain from Sale of Treasury Share
-
-
-
449
(11)
438
-
438
-
438
Total transactions with owners of the company
-
-
-
449
(11)
438
-
438
100
538
As of December 31, 2023
95,890
26,150
(83,095)
449
(11)
(56,507)
27,532
66,915
(301)
66,614
Retain
Equity
(In thousands of US$)
ed
attributable to
Non-
Non-
Share
Legal
Translation
Treasury
Other
earnin
owners of the
controlling
capital
reserve
reserves
Share
reserves
Total reserves
gs
parent company
interests
Total equity
As of January 1, 2024
22
95,890
26,150
(83,095)
449
(11)
(56,507)
27,532
66,915
(301)
66,614
66,614
Reserve
-
400
-
-
-
400
-
400
-
400
Equity-settled share-based payment
27
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
200
200
Foreign operations- Foreign currencies
-
-
(6,160)
- -
(6,160)
-
(6,160)
139
(6,021)
(Loss) for the year
-
-
-
-
-
-
(6,711)
(6,711)
(125)
(6,836)
Total comprehensive (loss) for the year
-
-
(6,160)
-
-
(6,160)
(6,711)
(12,871)
14
(12,857)
As of December 31, 2024
95,890
26,550
(89,255)
449
(11)
(62,267)
20,821
54,444
(87)
54,357
The accompanying notes from page (5) to page (47) are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
ORASCOM INVESTMENT HOLDING S.A.E.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED
(In thousands of US$)
Notes
December
December
31,2024
31,2023
(Loss) for the year before tax
(3,710)
(50,303)
Adjustments for:
Depreciation and amortization
10
1,085
1,627
Finance income
11
(17,537)
(4,241)
Finance expense
11
6,918
9,611
Foreign exchange (gain) /loss
11
(1,944)
(19,783)
Impairment loss of other financial assets
14,000
49,448
Equity-settled share-based payment
31
200
-
Gain from valuation financial assets at fair market value
11
(5,943)
3,956
Gain (Loss) from sale of Investments at fair market value
(2,728)
-
Change in provisions
24
1,670
1,185
Changes in current assets
(10,236)
2,533
Changes in current liabilities
(17,632)
(2,353)
Cash flows (used in) by operating activities
(35,857)
(8,320)
Income tax paid
(1,700)
(3,484)
Interest received
3,907
4,021
Net cash flows (used in) operating activities
(33,650)
(7,783)
Cash flows from investing activities
Cash out flow for investments in:
Acquisition of Property and equipment
(5,731)
(6,042)
Acquisition of financial assets
(11,182)
-
Cash collected from sales of investment property
-
18,075
Proceeds from Investments Held for Trading
5,281
4,651
Cash Paid Investments Held for Trading
(2,552)
(3,799)
Repayment to related party
17
(6,942)
-
Cash flows (used in) generated by investing activities
(21,126)
12,885
Cash flows from financing activities
Interest paid
23
(1,916)
(3,238)
Proceeds from Sale & lease back
-
4,854
Proceeds from loan and bank facilities
23
34,854
906
Payments of loans
23
(4,125)
(91)
Cash from NCI related to their share in subsidiary
-
100
Cash from Sale Treasury share
-
435
Payments of operating lease
23
(980)
-
Cash flows generated by financing activities
27,833
2,966
Net change in cash and cash equivalents from continuing
operations
(26,943)
8,068
Discontinuing operations
Net cash flows (used in) / generated by operating activities
-
352
Net cash flows (used in) financing activities
-
-
Net cash generated by / (used in) discontinued operations
-
352
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
(26,943)
8,420
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period
73,583
66,880
Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents continued
(926)
(1,717)
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year
21
45,714
73,583
Cash Held in North Korea classified as financial assets
17
113,909
95,911
Total cash and financial assets at the end of the year
21
159,623
169,494
* The accompanying notes from page (5 to page 47) are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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1. General information
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (“OIH” or the “Company”) is an Egyptian Joint Stock Company pursuant to
the provisions of the Capital Market Law No. 95 of 1992, and its executive regulations. The Company was registered
at Commercial Register under No 394061. The Company’s Head Office located at Nile City Towers, Armlet
Boulak –Cairo–Egypt. The Company was established on November 29, 2011 (the “inception”) and until this date the
businesses of the Company were performed under various entities which were controlled by Orascom Telecom
Holding, S.A.E. (“OTH”). As part of a larger transaction pursuant to which VimpelCom Ltd had acquired OTH
dated April 14, 2011, its shareholders agreed to affect the demerger, whereby, OTH was split into two companies,
OTH and the Company (“Demerger”). The Demerger resulted in the transfer of certain telecom, cable and media
and technology assets (the “OIH Assets”) to the Company.
The Company and its subsidiaries (the “Group”) is a mobile telecommunications business operating in high growth
emerging markets in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. The Company is a subsidiary of Orascom TMT investments
S.à.r.l.
The Company’s shares are listed on the Egyptian Stock Exchange under ISIN number EGS693V1C014 and has
Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) which are listed on the London Stock Exchange under ISIN number
US68555D2062, and Egyptian stock exchange under number 2349649
The information presented in this document for the 12 months ended 31 December 2024 has been presented in
thousands of United States Dollar (“US$”), except earnings per share and unless otherwise stated.
2. Material accounting policies
2.1 Basis of accounting
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards.
They were approved and authorized for issue by the Company’s board of directors on …………….
The Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, as Management have verified
the absence of financial, management or other indicators that could indicate critical issues regarding the Group's
ability to meet its obligations in the foreseeable future, and during 12 months following the date of authorization.
The description of the methods through which the Group manages financial risks is contained in the following note
4 relating to "Financial risk management”.
For presentational purposes, the current/non-current distinction has been used for the statement of financial position.
The statement of comprehensive income is presented using the one-statement approach. Expenses are analyzed in
the statement of profit or loss using a classification based on their nature. The indirect method has been selected to
present the cash flows statement.
2.2 Application of new and revised International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRSs”)
2.2.1 New currently effective requirements
Effective date
New standards or amendments
January 1, 2024
Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-Current (Amendments to IAS 1)
January 1, 2024
Non-current Liabilities with Covenants (Amendments to IAS 1)
January 1, 2024
Supplier Finance Arrangements (Amendments to IAS 7, Statement of Cash Flows and IFRS 7,
Financial Instruments: Disclosures)
January 1, 2024
Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback (Amendments to IFRS 16)
January 1, 2024
Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-Current (Amendments to IAS 1)
In the current year, the group has applied a number of amendments to IFRS Accounting Standards that are effective
for an accounting period that begins on or after 1 January 2023. Their adoption has not had any material impact on
the disclosures or on the amounts reported in these financial statements.
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2.2.2 Forthcoming requirements
Effective date
New standards or amendments
1 January 2025
Lack of Exchangeability - Amendments to IAS 21
1 January 2026
Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments - Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7
1 January 2026
Annual Improvements to IFRS Accounting Standards - Volume 11
1 January 2027
IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements
1 January 2027
IFRS 19 Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosures
The directors do not expect that the adoption of the standards listed above will have a material impact on the
financial statements of the group in future periods, except if indicated below."
2.3 Summary of material accounting principles and policies
The main accounting principles and policies adopted in preparing these consolidated financial statements are set
out below. These policies have been applied consistently by the Group entities.
▪ Basis of consolidation
Subsidiaries are all entities (including structured entities) over which the Group has control.
The Group controls an entity when the Group is exposed to, or has rights to, variable returns from its involvement
with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the entity.
The consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of the Company and the financial statements
of those entities over which the Company has control, both directly and indirectly, from the date on which control
is transferred to the Group until the date such control ceases.
The financial statements used in the consolidation process are those prepared by the individual Group entities in
accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
▪ Consolidation procedures used are as follows:
- The assets and liabilities and income and expenses of subsidiaries are included on a line-by-line basis,
allocating to non-controlling interests, where applicable, the share of equity and profit or loss for the year that
is attributable to them.
- The resulting balances are presented separately in equity and the consolidated income statement; the
acquisition method of accounting is used to account for business combinations.
- The consideration transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair values of the assets transferred, the
liabilities incurred to the former owners of the acquiree, and the equity interests issued by the Group.
- The consideration transferred includes the fair value of any asset or liability resulting from a contingent
consideration arrangement. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a
business combination are measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. The Group recognizes
any non-controlling interest in the acquiree on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or at the
non-controlling interest’s proportionate share of the recognized amounts of acquiree’s identifiable net assets.
- Any contingent consideration is measured at fair value at the date of acquisition. If an obligation to pay
contingent consideration that meets the definition of a financial instrument is classified as equity, then it is not
remeasured, and settlement is accounted for within equity. Otherwise, other contingent consideration is
remeasured at fair value at each reporting date and subsequent changes in the fair value of the contingent
consideration are recognized in consolidated profit or loss.
- Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of an acquisition over the interest acquired in the net fair value at
the acquisition date of the assets and liabilities of the entity or business acquired. Goodwill relating to
investments accounted for using the equity method is included in the carrying amount of the investment.
Goodwill is initially measured as the excess of the aggregate of the consideration transferred and the fair values
of non-controlling interest over the net identifiable assets acquired and the liabilities assumed. If the
consideration is lower than the fair value of the net assets of the subsidiary acquired, the difference is
recognized in the consolidated profit or loss.
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- Acquisition costs on business combinations are expensed as incurred, except if they relate to issue debt or
equity securities.
- The purchase of equity holdings from non-controlling holders are accounted for as equity transactions that is,
as transactions with the owners in their capacity as owners. The difference between fair value of any
consideration received and the relevant share of the carrying value of net assets of the subsidiary is recorded
in equity.
- Intra-group balances and transactions, and any unrealized income and expenses (except for foreign currency
transaction gains or losses) arising from intra-group transactions, are eliminated. Unrealized gains arising from
transactions with equity-accounted investees are eliminated against the investment to the extent of the Group’s
interest in the investee. Unrealized losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealized gains, but only to the
extent that there is no evidence of impairment.
▪ Interests in equity-accounted investees
The Group’s interests in equity-accounted investees comprise interests in associates and a joint venture.
- Associates are those entities in which the Group has significant influence, but not control or joint control, over the
financial and operating policies. A joint venture is an arrangement in which the Group has joint control, whereby
the Group has rights to the net assets of the arrangement, rather than rights to its assets and obligations for its
liabilities.
- Interests in associates and the joint venture are accounted for using the equity method. They are initially recognized
at cost, which includes transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition, the consolidated financial statements
include the Group’s share of the profit or loss and OCI of equity-accounted investees, until the date on which
significant influence or joint control ceases.
The equity method is as follows:
- The Group’s share of the profit or loss of an investee is recognized in the consolidated profit or loss from the
date when significant influence begins up to the date when that significant influence ceases or when the
investment is classified as held for sale. Investments in associates with negative shareholders’ equity are
recorded till the Group's interest is reduced to zero and a provision for its losses is accrued only if the Group
has a legal or constructive obligation to cover such losses.
- The Group determines at each reporting date whether there is any objective evidence that the investment in
the associate is impaired. If this is the case, the Group calculates the amount of impairment as the difference
between the recoverable amount of the associate and it’s carrying value.
- If the ownership interest in an associate is reduced, but significant influence is retained, only a proportionate
share of the amounts previously recognized in the consolidated other comprehensive income is reclassified
to consolidated profit or loss.
- Unrealized gains and losses generated from transactions between the Company, or its subsidiaries and its
investees accounted for using the equity method are eliminated on consolidation for the portion pertaining to
the Group; unrealized losses are eliminated unless they represent impairment.
- Management fees received from associates are included within revenue.
Appendix A includes a list of the entities included in the scope of consolidation.
▪ Non-controlling interests
Non-controlling interests of consolidated subsidiaries are presented separately from the Group’s equity" therein".
Non-controlling interests that represent current equity interests and entitle their holders to a proportionate share of the
net assets of the entity in liquidation, they may be measured at initial recognition either at fair value or in the
Proportionate share of the non-controlling interests in the recognized values of the net assets acquired - The
Measurement basis for each acquisition transaction is selected separately.
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The non-controlling interest in an acquire is initially measured at the non-controlling interest proportionate share in the
fair value of the assets, liabilities and contingent consideration recognized on acquisition date.
▪ Foreign currency translation
Functional and presentation currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group’s entities are measured using the currency of the primary
economic environment in which the entity operates (‘the functional currency’). The functional currency of the Company
is Egyptian pound. The Consolidated Financial Statements are presented in ‘US Dollars’ (US$), which is the Group’s
presentation currency. The numbers disclosed according to the presentation currency “US$” represent the translation
of the group financial results recognized in its functional currency “EGP “converted to US$ using the appropriate
exchange rates
Transactions and balances
Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of the relevant entity at the exchange rate
prevailing at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated,
at the reporting date, into the prevailing exchange rates at that date. Foreign currency exchange differences arising on
the settlement of transactions and the translation of the statement of financial position are recognized in the income
statement. Gains and losses on long-term financing provided to Group subsidiaries by the parent company, for which
settlement is neither planned nor likely to occur, are initially recognized in. other comprehensive income and reclassified
to the income statement on disposal of the relevant entity, transaction in foreign currency for non-monetary assets and
liabilities carried at historical cost are initially recorded using closing rate at the date of the transaction while items
carried at fair value should be reported at the rate that existed when fair values were determined.
If a gain or loss on a non-monetary item is recognized in other comprehensive income, any foreign exchange component
of that gain or loss is also recognized in other comprehensive income.
Group companies
The financial statements of the Group entities are translated into the presentation currency as follows:
• Assets and liabilities are translated at the closing exchange rate.
• Income and expenses are translated at the average exchange rate for the year.
• All resulting exchange differences are recognized as a separate component of equity in the “translation reserve”
until the group loses control of the relevant subsidiary. When the group disposes of a foreign operation the
translation reserve, previously recognized in equity, is transferred to the income statement.
• Goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on the acquisition of a foreign entity are treated as assets and
liabilities of the foreign entity and are translated at the closing exchange rate; and
• In the preparation of the consolidated cash flow statement, the cash flows of foreign subsidiaries are translated
at the average exchange rate for the year, except for the opening and closing cash balances.
The exchange rates applied in relation to the US$ are as follows:
Average for the
Closing rate as of
Average for the
Closing rate as of
year ended
December 31,
year ended
December 31,
December 31, 2024
2024
December 31, 2023
2023
Egyptian Pound (EGP)
0.0220
0.0196
0.0326
0.0324
Euro (EUR)
1.0817
1.0353
1.0815
1.1038
Brazilian Real (BRL)
0.1854
0.1620
0.2003
0.2061
LBP Lebanese Pounds (LBP)
0.00001
0.00001
0.00007
0.00007
Property and equipment
Property and equipment are stated at purchase cost or production cost, net of accumulated depreciation and any
impairment losses. Cost includes expenditure directly attributable to bringing the asset to the location and condition
necessary for use and any dismantling and removal costs which may be incurred because of contractual obligations,
which require the asset to be returned to its original state and condition.
Subsequent costs are included in the asset’s carrying amount or recognized as a separate asset, as appropriate, only
when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the
item can be measured reliably. The carrying amount of the replaced part is derecognized. All other repairs and
maintenance are charged to the income statement during the financial period in which they are incurred. Each asset
is treated separately if it has an autonomously determinable useful life and value. Depreciation is charged at rates
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calculated to write off the costs over their estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis from the date the asset is
available and ready for use.
The useful lives of property and equipment and their residual values are reviewed and updated, where necessary, at
least at each year-end. Land is not depreciated. When a depreciable asset is composed of identifiable separate
components whose useful lives vary significantly from those of other components of the asset, depreciation is
calculated for each component separately, applying the “component approach”.
The useful lives estimated by the Group for the various categories of property and equipment are as follows.
Number of years
Buildings
50
Leasehold improvements and renovations
3-8
Machinery
5-10
Computer equipment
3-5
Furniture and fixtures
5-10
Vehicles
3-6
Gains or (losses) arising from the sale or retirement of assets are determined as the difference between the net
disposal proceeds and the net carrying amount of the asset sold or retired and are recognized in the income statement
in the period incurred.
Leases
With the adoption of IFRS 16, the Group recognizes a right-of-use asset and a corresponding lease liability at the
date at which the leased asset is available for use. Each lease payment is allocated between the principal liability and
finance costs. Finance costs are charged to the income statement over the lease period using the effective interest
rate method.
As A leasee , right-of-use assets are initially measured at cost comprising the following: (i) the amount of the initial
measurement of lease liability; (ii) any lease payments made at or before the commencement date less any lease
incentives received; (iii) any initial direct costs and, if applicable, (iv) restoration costs. Payments associated with
short-term leases and leases of low-value assets are recognized as an expense in the income statement on a straight-
line basis.
Lease liabilities are initially measured at the net present value of the following: (i) fixed lease payments, (ii) variable
lease payment that are based on an index or a rate and, if applicable, (iii) amounts expected to be payable by the
lessee under residual value guarantees, and (iv) the exercise price of a purchase option if the lessee is reasonably
certain to exercise that option. Lease liabilities do not include any non-lease components that may be included in the
related contracts.
Lease payments are subsequently measured at amortized cost and discounted using the interest rate implicit in the
lease. If that rate cannot be determined, the Group’s incremental borrowing rate is used, being the rate that the Group
would have to pay to borrow the funds necessary to obtain an asset of similar value in a similar economic
environment with similar terms and conditions.
The right-of-use asset is subsequently depreciated on a straight-line basis over the entire term of the contract, unless
the contract provides for the transfer of ownership at the end of the lease term or the cost of the lease reflects the
fact that the lessee will exercise the purchase option. In this case, the depreciation must be the shorter of the useful
life of the asset and the duration of the contract. The estimated useful lives for right-of-use assets are calculated
according to the same criterion applied to owned tangible assets. In addition, the right-of-use asset is decreased by
any impairment losses and adjusted to reflect any remeasurement of the associated lease liability.
In the statement of financial position, the Group presents right-of-use assets within property and equipment and lease
liabilities within current and non-current borrowings.
In the income statement, interest expense on lease liabilities constitutes a component of financial expenses and is
shown separately from the depreciation of right-of-use assets.
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Sale and leaseback
An entity (the seller-lessee) transfers an asset to another entity (the buyer-lessor) and leases that asset back from the
buyer-lessor, both the seller-lessee and the buyer-lessor shall account for the transfer contract and the lease.
Assessing whether the transfer of the asset is a sale
An entity shall apply the requirements for determining when a performance obligation is satisfied in IFRS 15 to
determine whether the transfer of an asset is accounted for as a sale of that asset.
Transfer of the asset is a sale.
If the transfer of an asset by the seller-lessee satisfies the requirements of IFRS 15 to be accounted for as a sale of
the asset:
The seller-lessee shall measure the right-of-use asset arising from the leaseback at the proportion of the previous
carrying amount of the asset that relates to the right of use retained by the seller-lessee. Accordingly, the seller-
lessee shall recognise only the amount of any gain or loss that relates to the rights transferred to the buyer-lessor.
If the fair value of the consideration for the sale of an asset does not equal the fair value of the asset, or if the
payments for the lease are not at market rates, an entity shall make the following adjustments to measure the sale
proceeds at fair value:
• Any below-market terms shall be accounted for as a prepayment of lease payments; and
• Any above-market terms shall be accounted for as additional financing provided by the buyer-lessor to the
seller-lessee.
Transfer of the asset is not a sale :
If the transfer of an asset by the seller-lessee does not satisfy the requirements of IFRS 15 to be accounted for as a
sale of the asset, the seller-lessee shall continue to recognise the transferred asset and shall recognise a financial
liability equal to the transfer proceeds. It shall account for the financial liability applying IFRS 9.
Impairment of non-financial assets
Assets that have an indefinite useful life – for example, goodwill– are not subject to amortisation and are tested
annually for impairment. Assets that are subject to amortisation are reviewed for impairment whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is
recognized for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. In determining an
asset’s value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted using a pre-tax rate that reflects the market’s
current assessment of the cost of money for the investment period and the specific risk profile of the asset. The
recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use. For the purposes of
assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows
(cash-generating units, “CGU”). Non-financial assets other than goodwill that suffered impairment are reviewed for
possible reversal of the impairment at each reporting date.
For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill acquired in a business combination is allocated to each of the CGUs,
or groups of CGUs, that is expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination. Each unit or group of units to
which the goodwill is allocated represents the lowest level within the entity at which the goodwill is monitored for
internal management purposes. Goodwill is monitored at the operating segment level. Goodwill impairment reviews
are undertaken annually or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate a potential impairment.
The carrying value of goodwill is compared to the recoverable amount, which is the higher of value in use and the
fair value less costs to sell. Any impairment is recognized immediately as an expense and is not subsequently
reversed.
Investment property
Investment properties are property (land or a building or part of a building or both) held by the Group to earn rental
income or for capital appreciation or both, rather than for sale in the ordinary course of business or for use in supply
of goods or services or for administrative purposes. Investment properties are initially measured at cost. The cost of
a purchased investment property comprises its purchase price and any directly attributable expenditure.
Directly attributable expenditure includes, for example, professional fees for legal services, property transfer taxes
and other transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition, the Group has elected to measure investment properties
at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any.
Investment property is derecognized upon disposal, when it is permanently withdrawn from use and no future
economic benefits expected from its disposal. Gains or losses arising from the retirement or disposal of investment
property are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset
and are recognized in the consolidated profit or loss in the period of the retirement or disposal. Reclassifications to
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/ from investment property are made when, and only when, there is a change of use.
Revenue from operating lease rentals is recognized on a straight-line basis over the relevant term of the lease. The
rental income generated by investment properties is recognized within revenues in the consolidated income
statement.
Depreciation is charged to the income statement on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of each
component of the investment properties. The estimated useful lives of leased units are estimated at 50 years.
Financial assets
▪ Recognition and measurement
Trade receivables and debt securities issued are initially recognised when they are originated. All other financial
assets and financial liabilities are initially recognised when the Group becomes a party to the contractual provisions
of the instrument.
A financial asset (unless it is a trade receivable without a significant financing component) or financial liability is
initially measured at fair value plus, for an item not at FVTPL, transaction costs that are directly attributable to its
acquisition or issue. A trade receivable without a significant financing component is initially measured at the
transaction price.
▪ Classification and Subsequent Measurement
The Group classifies non-derivative financial assets into the following categories:
• Amortized cost
• FVOCI – debt investment
• FVOCI – equity investment or
• FVTPL.
Financial assets are not reclassified subsequent to their initial recognition unless the Group changes its business
model for managing financial assets, in which case all affected financial assets are reclassified on the first day of
the first reporting period following the change in the business model.
A financial asset is measured at amortised cost if it meets both of the following conditions and is not designated as
at FVTPL:
• It is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets to collect contractual cash flows; and
• Its contractual terms give rise on specific dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and
interest on the principal amount outstanding.
A debt investment is measured at FVOCI if it meets both of the following conditions and is not designated as
FVTPL:
• It is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows
and selling financial assets; and
• Its contractual terms give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and
interest on the principal amount outstanding.
On initial recognition of an equity investment that is not held for trading the Group may irrevocably elect to present
subsequent changes in the investment’s fair value in OCI. This election is made on an investment-by-investment
basis.
All financial assets not classified as measured at amortised cost or FVOCI as described above are measured at
FVTPL. This includes all derivative financial assets. On initial recognition, the Group may irrevocably designate a
financial asset that otherwise meets the requirements to be measured at amortised cost or at FVOCI as at FVTPL if
doing so eliminates or significantly reduces an accounting mismatch that would otherwise arise.
▪ Financial assets – Business model assessment
The Group assesses the objective of the business model in which a financial asset is held at a portfolio level because
this best reflects the way the business is managed, and information is provided to management. The information
considered includes:
• The stated policies and objectives for the portfolio and the operation of those policies in practice. These
include whether management’s strategy focuses on earning contractual interest income, maintaining a
particular interest rate profile, matching the duration of the financial assets to the duration of any related
liabilities, or expected cash outflows or realizing cash flows through the sale of the assets.
• How the performance of the portfolio is evaluated and reported to the Group’s management.
• the risks that affect the performance of the business model (and the financial assets held within that business
model) and how those risks are managed.
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• How managers of the business are compensated – e.g., whether compensation is based on the fair value of
the assets managed or the contractual cash flows collected; and
• The frequency, volume, and timing of sales of financial assets in prior periods, the reasons for such sales
and expectations about future sales activity.
Transfers of financial assets to third parties in transactions that do not qualify for derecognition are not considered
sales for this purpose, consistent with the Group’s continuing recognition of the assets.
Financial assets that are held for trading or are managed and whose performance is evaluated on a fair value basis
are measured at FVTPL.
▪ Assessment whether contractual cash flows are solely payments of principal and interest
For the purposes of this assessment, ‘principal’ is defined as the fair value of the financial asset on initial recognition.
‘Interest’ is defined as consideration for the time value of money and for the credit risk associated with the principal
amount outstanding during a particular period and for other basic lending risks and costs (e.g., liquidity risk and
administrative costs), as well as a profit margin.
In assessing whether the contractual cash flows are solely payments of principal and interest, the Group considers
the contractual terms of the instrument. This includes assessing whether the financial asset contains a contractual
term that could change the timing or amount of contractual cash flows such that it would not meet this condition. In
making this assessment, the Group considers:
• Contingent events that would change the amount or timing of cash flows.
• terms that may adjust the contractual coupon rate, including variable-rate features.
• prepayment and extension features; and
• terms that limit the Group’s claim to cash flows from specified assets (e.g., non-recourse features).
▪ Financial assets – Subsequent measurement and gains and losses
Financial assets at
These assets are subsequently measured at fair value. Net gains and losses, including any
FVTPL
interest or dividend income, are recognized in profit or loss.
Financial assets at
These assets are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.
amortized cost
The amortized cost is reduced by impairments losses. Interest income, foreign exchange gains
and losses and impairment are recognized in profit or loss. Any gain or loss derecognition is
recognized in profit or loss.
▪ Financial liabilities – Classification, subsequent measurement and gains and losses
Financial liabilities are classified as measured at amortised cost or FVTPL. A financial liability is classified as at
FVTPL if it is classified as held-for-trading, it is a derivative or it is designated as such on initial recognition.
Financial liabilities at FVTPL are measured at fair value and net gains and losses, including any interest expense,
are recognised in profit or loss. Other financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the
effective interest method. Interest expense and foreign exchange gains and losses are recognised in profit or loss.
Any gain or loss on derecognition is also recognised in profit or loss.
▪ Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognized when one of the following conditions is met:
• The contractual right to receive the cash flows from the asset has expired.
• The Group has substantially transferred all of the risks and rewards related to the asset, transferring its rights to
receive the cash flows from the asset or assuming a contractual obligation to pass the cash flows received to one
or more beneficiaries by virtue of an agreement that meets the requirements set out in IFRS 9 (pass through test)
• The Group has not transferred nor substantially maintained all the risks and rewards related to the financial asset
but has transferred control.
▪ Impairment of financial assets
The Group recognizes loss allowances for expected credit losses (“ECL”) on:
- Trade receivables related to fees and commission under the scope of IFRS 15 (“Revenues from Contracts with
Customers”)
- Financial assets measured at amortized cost or at FVOCI. The Group applies a simplified approach to measure
some of these assets. For further information, please, refer to the section 3. Use of estimates and critical judgments-
Impairment of financial assets.
Impairment losses on financial assets are recognized in the consolidated statement of profit or loss under
“Impairment loss of other financial assets”.
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Lifetime ECLs are the ECLs that result from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial
instrument. 12-month ECLs are the portion of ECLs that result from default events that are possible within the 12
months after the reporting date (or a shorter period if the expected life of the instrument is less than 12 months).
For trade receivables related to fees and commission, the Group measures loss allowances at an amount equal to 12-
month ECLs.
For financial assets measured at amortized cost or at FVOCI, the Group measures loss allowances at an amount
equal to 12-month ECLs. However, a lifetime ECLs is elected if the credit risk on the financial instruments has
increased significantly since initial recognition.
Significant increase in credit risk and default
When determining whether the credit risk of a financial asset has increased significantly since initial recognition,
the Group considers reasonable and supportable information that is relevant and available without undue cost or
effort. This includes both quantitative and qualitative information and analysis, based on the Group’s historical
experience and informed credit assessment and including forward-looking information.
The Group considers a financial asset to be in default when:
▪ There is a breach of financial covenants by the counterparty; or the information developed internally or
obtained from external sources indicates that the debtor is unlikely to pay its creditors, including the Group,
in full (without considering any collateral held by the Group);
or
▪ The financial asset is more than 90 days past due unless the Group has reasonable and supportable
information to demonstrate that a more lagging default criterion is more appropriate
Measurement of ECLs
ECLs are a probability-weighted estimate of credit losses. Credit losses are measured as the present value
of all cash shortfalls (i.e., the difference between the cash flows due to the entity in accordance with the
contract and the cash flows that the Group expects to receive).
ECLs are discounted at the effective interest rate of the financial asset.
Credit-impaired financial assets
At each reporting date, the Group assesses whether financial assets are credit impaired. A financial asset is ‘credit-
impaired’ when one or more events that have a detrimental impact on the estimated future cash flows of the financial
asset have occurred.
Evidence that a financial asset is credit-impaired includes the following observable data:
• Significant financial difficulty of the borrower or issuer.
• A breach of contract such as a default or being more than 90 days past due.
• The restructuring of a loan or advance by the Group on terms that the Group would not consider otherwise.
• It is probable that the borrower will enter bankruptcy or another financial reorganization; or
• The disappearance of an active market for a security because of financial difficulties.
Presentation of allowance for ECL
ECL for financial assets measured at amortized cost are deducted from the gross carrying amount of the assets.
For financial instruments at FVOCI, the ECL is charged to consolidated profit or loss and is recognized in OCI.
Write-off
The gross carrying amount of a financial asset is written off when the Group has no reasonable expectations of
recovering a financial asset in its entirety or a portion thereof. The Group individually makes an assessment with
respect to the timing and amount of write-off based on whether there is a reasonable expectation of recovery. The
Group expects no significant recovery from the amount written off. However, financial assets that are written off
could still be subject to enforcement activities to comply with the Group’s procedures for recovery of amounts due.
Subsequent recoveries of an asset that was previously written off are recognized as a reversal of impairment in the
consolidated statement of profit or loss when the recovery occurs.
Financial liabilities
Financial liabilities consisting of borrowings, trade payables and other obligations are recognized when the Group
becomes a party to the related contractual clauses and are initially recognized at fair value, adjusted by any directly
attributable transaction costs.
Financial liabilities and trade payables, with the exception of derivative financial instruments, are subsequently
measured at amortized cost using the effective interest rate method
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▪ Derecognition of financial liabilities
The financial liabilities are derecognized when they are extinguished, namely when the contractual obligation has
been met, cancelled, or prescribed. An exchange of debt instruments with substantially different contractual terms,
must be accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial
liability. Similarly, a substantial modification of the contractual terms of an existing financial liability must be
accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability.
Finance income and finance costs
The Group’s finance income and finance costs include:
• Interest income.
• Interest expense.
• Dividend income.
• Net gain or loss on financial assets at FVTPL.
• Foreign currency gain or loss on financial assets and financial liabilities; impairment losses (and
reversals).
Interest income or expense is recognised under the effective interest method. Dividend income is recognised in
profit or loss on the date on which the Group’s right to receive payment is established.
The ‘effective interest rate’ is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments or receipts through the
expected life of the financial instrument to the gross carrying amount of the financial asset, or the amortised cost of
the financial liability.
In calculating interest income and expense, the effective interest rate is applied to the gross carrying amount of the
asset (when the asset is not credit‑impaired) or to the amortised cost of the liability. However, for financial assets
that have become credit‑impaired after initial recognition, interest income is calculated by applying the effective
interest rate to the amortised cost of the financial asset. If the asset is no longer credit‑impaired, then the calculation
of interest income reverts to the gross basis.
Interest income is recognized using the effective interest method. When a receivable is impaired, the Group reduces
the carrying amount to its recoverable amount, being the estimated future cash-flow discounted at the original
effective interest rate of the instrument and continues unwinding the discount as interest income. Interest income on
impaired loans is recognized using the original effective interest rate.
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, deposits held at call with banks and other short-term highly liquid
investments with original maturities of three months or less. In the consolidated statement of financial position,
bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.
The group recognize loss allowances for ECL on the cash closing balance. The group measures loss allowances at
an amount equal to 12-month ECLs.
Current and deferred income tax
The tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognized in the income statement, except
to the extent that it relates to items recognized directly in equity. In this case, the tax is also recognized in equity.
The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the
reporting date in the countries where the Group’s subsidiaries and associates operate and generate taxable income.
Management periodically evaluates positions taken in tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax
regulation is subject to interpretation. It establishes provisions where appropriate on the basis of amounts expected
to be paid to the tax authorities.
Deferred income tax is recognized, using the balance sheet liability method, on temporary differences arising
between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the Consolidated Financial Statements.
However, deferred income tax is not accounted for if it arises from initial recognition of goodwill or the initial
recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other than a business combination that at the time of the transaction
affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws)
that have been enacted or substantially enacted at the reporting date and are expected to apply when the related
deferred income tax asset is realized, or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
Deferred income tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be
available against which the temporary differences can be utilised.
Deferred income tax is provided on temporary differences arising on investments in subsidiaries, associates, and
joint ventures, except where the timing of the reversal of the temporary difference is controlled by the Group and it
is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the near future.
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Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax liabilities and
assets, and they relate to income taxes levied by the same tax authority on the same taxable entity, or on different
tax entities, but they intend to settle current tax liabilities and assets on a net basis, or their tax assets and liabilities
will be realised simultaneously.
Provisions
Provisions are only recognized when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation arising from past
events that will probably result in a future outflow of resources, and the amount has been reliably estimated.
Provisions are not recognized for future operating losses. The amount provided represents the best estimate of the
present value of the outlay required to meet the obligation. The interest rate used in determining the present value
of the liability reflects current market rates and considers the specific risk of each liability.
Earnings per share
Basic Earnings Per Share:
Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the profit for the year attributable to equity holders of the
Company, both from continuing and discontinued operations, by the weighted average number of ordinary shares
in issue during the year excluding ordinary shares purchased by the Company and held as treasury shares.
Diluted Earnings Per Share:
Diluted earnings per share are calculated by dividing the profit for the year attributable to equity holders of the
Company by the weighted average number of ordinary shares of the Company outstanding during the year where,
compared to basic earnings per share, the weighted average number of shares outstanding is modified to include the
conversion of all dilutive potential shares, while the profit for the year is modified to include the effects of such
conversion net of taxation. Diluted earnings per share are not calculated when there are losses as any dilutive effect
would improve earnings per share.
Employee benefits
Short-term employee benefits
Short‑term employee benefits are expensed as the related service is provided. A liability is recognised for the amount
expected to be paid if the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation to pay this amount as a result of past
service provided by the employee and the obligation can be estimated reliably.
Share-based payment arrangements
The grant‑date fair value of equity‑settled share‑based payment arrangements granted to employees is generally
known as an expense, with a corresponding increase in equity, over the vesting period of the awards.
The amount recognised as an expense is adjusted to reflect the number of awards for which the related service and
non‑market performance conditions are expected to be met, such that the amount ultimately recognised is based on
the number of awards that meet the related service and non‑market performance conditions at the vesting date.
For share‑based payment awards with non‑vesting conditions, the grant‑date fair value of the share‑based payment
is measured to reflect such conditions and there is no true‑up for differences between expected and actual outcomes.
The fair value of the amount payable to employees in respect of SARs, which are settled in cash, is recognised as an
expense with a corresponding increase in liabilities, over the period during which the employees become
unconditionally entitled to payment. The liability is remeasured at
each reporting date and at settlement date based on the fair value of the SARs. Any changes in the liability are
recognised in profit or loss.
Termination benefits
Termination benefits are expensed at the earlier of when the Group can no longer withdraw the offer of those benefits
and when the Group recognises costs for a restructuring. If benefits are not expected to be settled wholly within 12
months of the reporting date, then they are discounted.
Business Combination
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for all business combination, regardless of whether equity
instruments or other assets are acquired. The consideration transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary comprises:
• Fair values of the assets transferred.
• Liabilities incurred to the former owners of the acquired business.
• Equity interests issued by the group.
• Fair value of any asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration arrangement and.
• Fair value of any pre-existing equity interest in the subsidiary.
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Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are, with
limited exceptions, measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date.
Acquisition-related costs are expensed as incurred.
The excess of the:
• Consideration transferred.
• Amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquired entity, and
• Acquisition date fair value of any previous equity interest in the acquired entity
Over the fair value of the net identifiable assets acquired is recorded as goodwill. If those amounts are less than the
fair value of the net identifiable assets of the subsidiary acquired, the difference is recognized directly on profit or
loss as a bargain purchase.
Where the settlement of any part of cash consideration is deferred, the amounts payable in the future are discounted
to their present value as the date of exchange. The discount rate used is the entity’s incremental borrowing rate,
being the rate at which a similar borrowing could be obtained from an independent financier under comparable
terms and conditions.
Contingent consideration is classified either as equity or a financial liability. Amounts classified as a financial
liability are subsequently remeasured to fair value with changes in fair value recognized in the consolidated profit
or loss.
If the business combination is achieved in stages, the acquisition date carrying value of the acquirer’s previously
held equity interest in the acquire is remeasured to fair value at the acquisition date. Any gains or losses arising from
such remeasurement are recognized in the consolidated profit or loss.
In case that initial treatment of business combination is not complete at the end of financial period consolidated, the
group recognizes temporary amounts for accounts and during the measurement period not to exceed one year from
the date of acquisition. The adjustment is performed retrospectively for completion of new information (Intangible
assets, deferred taxes/provisions, and others).
Segment reporting
Operating segments are reported in a manner which is consistent with the internal reporting information provided
to the chief operating decision-maker. The chief operating decision-maker, who is responsible for allocating
resources and assessing performance of the operating segments, has been identified as the board of directors of the
Company.
Discontinued operations
A discontinued operation is a component of the Group’s business that represents a separate major line of business
or geographical area of operations that has been disposed of or is held for sale, or is a subsidiary acquired exclusively
with a view to resale. Classification as a discontinued operation occurs at the earliest of disposal or when the
operation meets the criteria to be classified as held for sale, if earlier. When an operation is classified as a
discontinued operation, the comparative income statement is re-presented as if the operation had been discontinued
from the start of the comparative period.
Revenue from contracts with customers
The company recognizes revenue based on the following five steps:
• Determination of the contract with the client.
• Determination of the contractual obligation to transport goods and/or services (known as performance
obligations).
• Determination of the price of the transaction.
• Allocation of the transaction price to performance obligations determined based on the independent
selling price for each good or service.
• Recognition of income upon fulfilment of the relevant performance obligation.
The Group does not recognize any assets associated with the incremental costs of obtaining a contract with a
customer that are expected to be not recovered. The majority of revenue is recognized over a period of time and the
Group applies the practical expedient to recognize the incremental costs of obtaining a contract as an expense when
incurred if the amortisation period of the asset that would otherwise be recognized is one year or less.
Specifically, the Group mainly recognizes revenue from entertainment and Other trading activities.
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The following is a statement of the group revenues and how to define each revenue:
A. Revenue from Entertainment Segment
Revenue from entertainment segment is predominantly generated by Orascom pyramids entertainment (“OPE”)
and Orascom sound and light “OSL” which includes Sound and light shows and entertainment activities and the
pyramids site.
A.1 Orascom pyramids entertainment (“OPE”)
• Rental income: Rental income is recognized according to the accrual basis and in the straight-line manner
according to the essence of the lease agreement.
• Sponsorship Revenue: Care income is recognized by the distribution of sponsorship consideration on a
straight-line basis over the duration of the sponsorship contract.
• Events revenue: Events revenue is recognized when performing event for customers and no revenue is
recognized in case of uncertainty of refund for this revenue or associated costs.
A-2 Orascom sound and light “OSL
• Revenues of sound and light shows: - It is represented in the revenues resulting from sound light shows
presented within the archaeological pyramids area.
B. Revenue from investment property Segment
Revenue from investment property is recognized according to the accrual basis and in the straight-line manner
according to the rental contract duration.
C. Revenue from other trading activities
Revenue from other trading activities is predominantly generated by O-Trade and Blue EV recognized according
to the accrual basis based on agreement and revenue recognition criteria.
EBITDA Definition (Alternative performance measure)
• Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortisation (adjusted EBITDA).
• A management has presented the performance measure adjusted EBITDA because it monitors this
performance measure at a consolidated level, and it believes that this measure is relevant to an
understanding of the Group’s financial performance. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting profit
from continuing operations to exclude the impact of taxation, net finance costs, depreciation,
amortisation, impairment losses/reversals related to goodwill, intangible assets, and other financial assets.
• Adjusted EBITDA is not a defined performance measure in IFRS Accounting Standards. The Group’s
definition of adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable with similarly titled performance measures and
disclosures by other entities.
Repurchase and reissue of ordinary shares (treasury shares)
When shares recognised as equity are repurchased, the amount of the consideration paid, which includes directly
attributable costs, is recognised as a deduction from equity. Repurchased shares are classified as treasury shares and
are presented in the treasury share reserve. When treasury shares are sold or reissued subsequently, the amount
received is recognised as an increase in equity and the resulting surplus or deficit on the transaction is presented
within share premium.
3. Use of estimates and critical judgements
The preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements requires that the directors apply accounting policies and
methodologies that, in some circumstances, are based upon complex and subjective judgments and estimates that
are based on historical experience and assumptions that are considered reasonable and realistic at the time,
considering the relevant circumstances for example the assessment of control over subsidiaries and associates as
well as the impairment of goodwill amount. The application of such estimates and assumptions affects the amounts
recorded in the consolidated statement of financial position, the consolidated income statement, the consolidated
statement of comprehensive income and cash flows, as well as in the notes. Actual results might differ from such
estimates due to the uncertainty surrounding the assumptions and conditions upon which estimates are based. The
accounting estimates that require the more subjective judgment of management in making assumptions or estimates
regarding the effects of matters that are inherently uncertain and for which changes in conditions may significantly
affect the results reported in these Consolidated Financial Statements are summarised below.
A. Valuation of financial instruments – Note (17)
- ‘Fair value’ is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly
transaction between market participants at the measurement date in the principal or, in its absence, the most
advantageous market to which the Group has access at that date. The fair value of a liability reflects its
non‑performance risk.
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- A number of the Group’s accounting policies and disclosures require the measurement of fair values, for both
financial and non‑financial assets and liabilities
- When one is available, the Group measures the fair value of an instrument using the quoted price in an active
market for that instrument. A market is regarded as ‘active’ if transactions for the asset or liability take place
with sufficient frequency and volume to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis
- If there is no quoted price in an active market, then the Group uses valuation techniques that maximise the
use of relevant observable inputs and minimise the use of unobservable inputs. The chosen valuation
technique incorporates all of the factors that market participants would consider in pricing a transaction.
- If an asset or a liability measured at fair value has a bid price and an ask price, then the Group measures assets
and long positions at a bid price and liabilities and short positions at an ask price.
- The best evidence of the fair value of a financial instrument on initial recognition is normally the transaction
price – i.e., the fair value of the consideration given or received. If the Group determines that the fair value
on initial recognition differs from the transaction price and the fair value is evidenced neither by a quoted
price in an active market for an identical asset or liability nor based on a valuation technique for which any
unobservable inputs are judged to be insignificant in relation to the measurement, then the financial
instrument is initially measured at fair value, adjusted to defer the difference between the fair value on initial
recognition and the transaction price. Subsequently, that difference is recognised in profit or loss on an
appropriate basis over the life of the instrument but no later than when the valuation is wholly supported by
observable market data, or the transaction is closed out.
B. Fair value hierarchy
For fair value measurement recognized in the statement of financial position, IFRS 13 requires an entity to classify
fair value measurements based on a fair value hierarchy, with the following levels, by reference to the significance
of the inputs used in making measurement:
• Level 1 inputs are unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for items identical to the asset being
measured.
• Level 2 inputs are inputs other than quoted prices in active markets included within Level 1 that are directly
or indirectly observable.
• Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs that are usually determined based on management’s assumptions.
However, Level 3 inputs must reflect the assumptions that market participants would use when determining
an appropriate price for the asset.
Fair value is a market-based measure, based on assumptions of prices and inputs considered from the perspective
of a market participant that are current as of the measurement date, rather than an entity-specific measure.
Therefore, even when market assumptions are not readily available, the funds the Group invest into have their own
assumptions that are set to reflect those that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability at the
measurement date. The availability of valuation techniques and observable inputs can vary from investment to
investment and are affected by a wide variety of factors, including the type of investment, whether the investment
is new and not yet established in the marketplace, the liquidity of markets, and other characteristics particular to
the transaction. To the extent that valuation is based on models or inputs that are less observable or unobservable
in the market, the determination of fair value requires more judgment. Because of the inherent uncertainty of
valuation, those estimated values may be materially higher or lower than the values that would have been used had
a ready market for the investments existed.
Accordingly, the degree of judgment exercised by various funds in determining fair value is greatest for
investments categorized in Level 3. In certain cases, the inputs used to measure fair value may fall into different
levels of the fair value hierarchy. In such cases, the level in the fair value hierarchy which the fair value
measurement falls in its entirety is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value
measurement.
When determining fair value, the funds use valuation techniques that maximize the use of observable inputs and
minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The valuation techniques used by the funds to determine fair value are
consistent with the market or income approaches. The market approach includes valuation techniques that use
prices and other relevant information generated by market transactions involving identical or comparable assets,
liabilities, or a group of assets and liabilities. The funds generally use the market approach to value exchange-
traded securities.
The funds value equity securities that are traded on a national securities exchange at their last reported sales price.
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The funds generally value equity securities traded in the over the counter (OTC) markets and listed securities for
which no sale was reported on that date at their last reported bid price if held long, and last reported ask price if
sold short. To the extent that equity securities are actively traded, and valuation adjustments are not applied, they
are categorized in Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy. Equity securities traded on inactive markets or valued by
reference to similar instruments are generally categorized in Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy.
The Group has not disclosed the fair values of financial instruments such as short-term trade receivables, trade
payables, other receivables, and other payables, because their carrying amounts are a reasonable approximation of
fair value.
C. Impairment of non-current assets
Non-current assets are reviewed to determine whether there are any indications that the net carrying amount of these
assets may not be recoverable and that they have suffered an impairment loss that needs to be recognized. In order
to determine whether any such elements exist, it is necessary to make subjective measurements, based on
information obtained within the Group, in the market and on past experience. When indicators are identified that an
asset may have become impaired, the Group estimates the impairment loss using suitable valuation techniques. The
identification of elements indicating that a potential impairment exists and estimates of the amount of the
impairment, depend on factors that may vary in time, affecting management’s assessments and estimates.
D. Impairment of financial assets
The Group applies a simplified approach to measure expected credit losses of trade receivables related to fees and
commission and financial assets measured at amortized cost and FVOCI. In a simplified approach expected credit
losses are measured on the basis of a lifetime or 12-month expected loss allowance. The expected credit losses are
based on historical information on actual credit losses on receivables. The model considers other information on the
future economic conditions available at the time of the measurement.
E. Discontinued operation
A discontinued operation is a component of the Group’s business, the operations, and cash flows of which can be
clearly distinguished from the rest of the Group and which:
- Represents a separate major line of business or geographic area of operations.
- Is part of a single coordinated plan to dispose of a separate major line of business or geographic area of
operations; or
- Is a subsidiary acquired exclusively with a view to resale.
Classification as a discontinued operation occurs at the earlier of disposal or when the operation meets the criteria
to be classified as held‑for‑sale. When an operation is classified as a discontinued operation, the comparative
statement of profit or loss and OCI is re‑presented as if the operation had been discontinued from the start of the
comparative year.
F. Intangibles
Intangible assets constitute a significant part of the Group’s total assets and the scheduled amortisation charges from
a significant part of the annual operation expenses. The useful economic lives arrived at, on the basis of
management’s estimates and assumptions, have a major impact on the valuation of intangible assets.
At the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its intangible assets to determine
whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If such indication exists, the
recoverable amount of the intangible asset is estimated, in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if
any). Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Group estimates the
recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. Where a reasonable and consistent basis
of allocation can be identified, intangible assets are allocated to individual cash-generating units, or otherwise they
are allocated to the smallest group of cash-generating units for which a reasonable and consistent allocation basis
can be identified.
G. Significant influence in North Korea
The Company’s investment in North Korea relates primarily to the 60% voting rights in the local telecom operator
Koryolink. The accounting treatment has been modified during 2015 through recognizing it as an investment in
associates instead of subsidiaries, as the OIH (Egypt) Group management believes in the existence of significant
influence instead of control.
In the light of international sanctions that the United States administration has decided to impose on the North
Korean government and its various departments, the OIH (Egypt) Group’s management closely monitors ongoing
activities to make sure that the sanctions are not violated, and the two sides reached some understanding of the
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organizational and commercial frameworks focused on organizing the work of telecommunications market in North
Korea.
The accounting treatment has been modified during period ended September 30, 2015, though recognizing it as an
investment in associates instead of investment in subsidiaries, as the Group management believes that the existence
of significant influence instead of control
The accounting treatment has been modified during period ended September 30, 2015, though recognizing it as an
investment in associates instead of investment in subsidiaries, as the Group's management believes that the
existence of significant influence instead of control due to the increase of the restrictions, financial and operating
difficulties facing Koryolink due to the international sanction imposed by the international community including
the United States of America, the European Union, and the United Nations."
These sanctions have the effect of restricting financial transactions and the import and export of goods and services,
including goods and services required to operate, maintain, and develop mobile networks. In addition, the
restrictions implemented affect the ability of its associate to transfer profits to the parent (return of funds to its
native).
On September 11, 2017, the United Nations Security Council issued a resolution obliging member state of the
United Nations to pass laws prohibiting joint ventures and existing partnerships with the North Korean Republic
unless approval is obtained to continue such joint ventures.
The Group’s management submitted an official request through Ministry of the foreign affairs of the Government of
the Arab Republic of Egypt in order to be excluded from adhering to the said resolution.
On December 26, 2018, the request to the Security Council Committee established to follow up the implementation
of sanctions on North Korea was approved, with the exception of Koryolink, to ban foreign investment in North
Korea and to allow Orascom Investment Holding to continue its activities in North Korea. And consider the company
as a telecommunications infrastructure company offering a public service.
During the third quarter of 2022, Koryolink announced an increase in the company's capital by about 20 million
euros, and KPTC, the shareholder of Koryolink by 25% at that time, subscribed to the entire shares of the capital
increase, with Orascom Investment Holding refraining from subscribing to it. This increase led to a Dilution of
Orascom Investment Holding's shareholding in Koryolink from 75% to 60%.
*The functional currency for Koryolink is Euro.
H. Depreciation of non-current assets
The cost of property and equipment is depreciated on a straight-line basis throughout the useful economic life of the
relevant asset. The useful economic life is determined by management at the time the asset is acquired and is based
upon historical experience for similar assets, market conditions, and forecasts regarding future events that could
have an impact on useful life, including changes in technology. Therefore, the actual useful economic life may differ
from the estimated useful life. The Group periodically evaluates sector and technology changes in order to update
the remaining useful life. Such periodic updates could result in a change during the depreciation period, and
therefore also in the depreciation in future periods.
I. Taxes
Income taxes (both current income tax and deferred taxes) are determined in each country whereby the
Group operates in accordance with a prudent interpretation of the applicable tax regulations.
This process results in complex estimates in determining taxable and deductible income and taxable temporary
differences between accounting and tax values. In particular, deferred tax assets are recognized when it is probable
that there will be future taxable income against which the temporary differences can be utilised. The assessment of
Share capital
%
Euro*
Orascom Investment Holding SAE
60,000,000
60%
Post office Co.at North Korea
40,000,000
40%
Total
100,000,000
100%
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
21
the recoverability of deferred tax assets, in relation to tax losses that can be used in future periods and deductible
temporary differences, considers the estimated future taxable income on the basis of a prudent tax planning.
J. Provisions and contingent liabilities
Management assesses events and circumstances indicating that the Group may have an obligation resulting in the
ordinary course of business, Management applies its judgment in determining whether the recognition criteria
have been met through assessing the probability of the obligation, making assumptions about timing and amounts
of future cash outflows expected to settle the obligation.
4. Financial Risk Management
Financial risk factors
The Group is exposed to a variety of financial risks: market risk (including foreign exchange risk and cash flow and
fair value interest rate risk), credit risk and liquidity risk. In particular, the Group is exposed to risks from movements
in exchange rates, interest rates and market prices. The Group’s overall risk management program focuses on the
unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the Group’s performance
through ongoing operational and finance activities. The management has overall responsibility for the establishment
and oversight of the Group’s risk management framework.
i) Market Risk
Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as foreign exchange rates, interest rates and equity prices
will affect the Group’s income or the value of its holdings of financial instruments. The objective of market risk
management is to manage and control market risk exposure with acceptable parameters, while optimizing the
returns.
The Group's strategy is aimed wherever possible at eliminating currency risk and managing derivatives in
compliance with the policies and strategies defined within the Group, taking into consideration the different effects
that these instruments could have on the profit or loss and the statement of financial position as a function of their
classification and accounting treatment.
ii) Foreign exchange risk
The Group operates internationally and is exposed to foreign exchange risk arising when its business transactions
are in currencies other than its functional currency. The main currencies to which the Group is exposed are the US
dollar (“US$”), the Euro (“EUR”), DPRK Won (“KPW”) , Brazilian Real (“BRL”) , Lebanese Pound( LBP) and
the Egyptian Pound (“EGP”).
The Group is exposed to foreign currency risk arising in two separate ways:
a) Foreign exchange operations risk
The Group entities predominantly execute their operating activities in their respective functional
currencies. Some Group subsidiaries are, however, exposed to foreign currency risks in connection with
scheduled payments in currencies that are not their functional currencies.
In general, this relates to foreign currency denominated supplier payables due to capital expenditures and
receivables. The Group monitors the exposure to foreign currency risk on a group basis.
Management has set up a policy to require Group companies to manage their foreign exchange risk against
their functional currency. In addition, the Group manages foreign currency risk by matching its principal
cash outflows to the currency in which the principal cash inflows are denominated. This is generally
achieved by obtaining loan financing in the relevant currency
At year end, major net assets / (net liabilities) foreign currencies positions presented in ‘US Dollars’ (US$), were as
follows:
December 31, 2023
December 31, 2023
December 31, 2023
December 31, 2023
Assets
(Liabilities)
Net assets/(liabilities)
Net assets/(liabilities)
in currency
in currency
in currency
in US$
US$
101,083
(2,780)
98,303
98,303
LBP
76,064,187
(42,202,771)
33,861,416
2,257
Euro
84,052
(65,713)
18,339
20,242
GBP
1
--
1
2
BRL
11,310
(1,781)
9,529
1,964
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
22
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2024
Assets
(Liabilities)
Net assets/(liabilities)
Net assets/(liabilities)
in currency
in currency
in currency
in US$
US$
81,537
1,397
80,141
80,141
LBP
645,116,211
- 110,603,558
755,719,769
5,971
Euro
110,043
87,413
22,630
23,429
GBP
108
-
108
2
BRL
8,149
2,012
6,137
994
b) As of December 31, 2024, if the functional currencies had increased/(decreased) by 10% against the US$,
Euro, BRL, and GBP with all other variables held constant, the translation of foreign currency would have
resulted in an increase / (decrease) of US$ $ 7,539 thousand and LBP 493 and Euro of 16,895 as well
as BRL 136 of net profit (2023: US$ $ (8,981) thousand and Euro of (349) and LBP 226 as well as BRL
7,565 of net profit.
c) Foreign exchange translation risk
Due to its international presence, the Group’s Consolidated Financial Statements are exposed to foreign
exchange fluctuations, as these affect the translation of subsidiaries’ assets and liabilities denominated in
foreign currencies to the US$ (the Group’s presentational currency). The currencies concerned are mainly
the Egyptian pound, and the Euro. This represents a translational risk rather than a financial risk given that
these movements are posted directly to equity in the cumulative translation reserve
iii) Price risk
The Group has no exposure to equity instruments of other entities that are publicly traded.
iv) Cash flow and fair value interest rate risk
The Groups interest rate risk arises from borrowings. Borrowings received at variable interest rates expose the Group
to cash flow interest rate risk. The Group has not entered into any derivative financial instruments to hedge its
exposure to cash flow interest rate risk.
All borrowings from banks outstanding as of December 31, 2024, US$ 17,391thousand (December 31, 2023 US$
32,490 thousand) note 23 are at a fixed interest rate, at a variable interest rate and interest rate free.
The Group analyses its interest rate exposure on a dynamic basis. The Group calculates the impact on the
consolidated profit or loss of a defined interest rate shift. The same interest rate shift is used for all currencies.
The impact of a 1% interest rate shift would be a maximum increase/decrease in 2024 finance costs of US$ 0.251
million. (2023: US$ 0.93 million).
v) Fair value hierarchy
The following tables analyze financial instruments carried at fair value, by level, on 31 December 2024 and 2023:
At 31 December 2024
(Millions of US$)
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Financial instruments FVTPL
--
--
28,522
28,522
Total assets
--
--
28,522
28,522
At 31 December 2023
(Millions of US$)
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Financial instruments FVTPL
--
--
24,332
24,332
Total assets
--
--
24,332
24,332
The investment in Lighthouse Energy Fund SCSp fund has been classified as Level 3. Investments classified within
Level 3 have significant unobservable inputs, as they trade infrequently. Level 3 instruments include private equity
securities. As observable prices are not available for these securities, there were various techniques applied to
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
23
derive the fair value.
These techniques include comparable trading multiples, comparable transaction multiples and discounted cash
flow analysis.
The following table provides quantitative information related to the significant unobservable inputs for Level 3
fair value measurements as at 31 December 2024 of the Lighthouse Energy fund
Valuation
Unobservable
Range of estimates
Sensitivity Range
Sensitivity
(Millions of US$)
Technique
inputs
(weighted average)
Unlisted private
Discounted
PPA prices
Market following with
Discount
of EUR
The estimated FV would increase,
equity investments
cash flow
EUR 2/MWh discount
1/MWh/ Discount of
if the PPA prices were higher.
EUR 3/MWh
Discount rates
8% to 14%
+0.5% /-0.5%
The estimated FV would increase
if the discount rates were lower.
Merchant power
EUR 51/MWh declining
+10% / -10%
The estimated FV would increase
prices
to EUR 30/MWh
if the merchant power prices were
higher.
CAPEX
Solar
EUR
0.5mn
to
+10% / -10%
The estimated FV would increase
if the CAPEX prices were lower.
0.85mn/MW
Wind EUR 1.3mn/MW
Sale
Prices
(Non-
+10% / -10%
The estimated FV would increase
Data Center
Iridium): Granted: EUR
if prices were higher.
300k/MW
Requested:
EUR 250k/MW
Borrowing costs
Wind EUR 1.3 /MW
+1% / -1%
The estimated FV would increase
4.0% to 6.75%
if the borrowing cost prices were
lower.
Fair Value Level 3
The following table shows the fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities, including their levels in the fair
value hierarchy according as of December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023.
(In thousands of US$)
As at December 31, 2024,
At amortized
Financial
Others
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Statement of financial position
Cost
assets FVPL
Cash and cash equivalents
45,714
--
--
--
45,714
--
Financial assets at amortised cost
56,967
--
--
--
--
56,967
Trade receivables
4,302
--
--
--
--
4,302
Financial assets at FVTPL (Note.17)
--
28,522
--
--
--
28,522
Other assets
12,869
--
--
--
--
12,869
Borrowings
107,890
--
--
--
8,585
99,305
Trade payable and other labilities
4,903
--
--
--
--
4,903
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
24
(In thousands of US$)
As at December 31, 2023
At amortized
Financial
Others
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Statement of financial position
Cost
assets FVPL
Cash and cash equivalents
73,583
--
--
--
--
73,583
Financial assets at amortised cost
47,975
47,975
Trade receivables
5,208
--
--
--
--
5,208
Financial assets at FVTPL (Note.17)
--
24,332
--
--
--
24,332
Other assets
2,057
--
--
--
--
--
Borrowings
103,395
--
--
--
13,857
89,538
Trade payable and other labilities
15,593
--
--
--
--
15,593
vi) Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Group if a customer or counterparty to a financial instrument fails to
meet its contractual obligations and arises principally from the Group’s receivables from customers and investments
in debt securities. The carrying amounts of financial assets and contract assets represent the maximum credit
exposure.
Impairment losses on financial assets and contract assets recognized in profit or loss were as follow: -
(In thousands of US$)
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
Impairment loss on trade receivables (note 19)
(43)
(3,963)
Impairment loss on other assets (note 20)
--
(52)
Impairment loss of other financial assets (note 17)
(13,065)
(45,019)
Impairment loss in cash and cash equivalent (note 21)
(892)
(414)
Total
(14,000)
(49,448)
• Cash and cash equivalents
The Group Companies have placed funds with the following financial institutions based on their credit rating: -
Rating
Name of Bank
2024
2023
Arab Bank Zurich
BB
BB
CA Indosuez LU
A+
A+
Credit Agricole Egypt
A+
A+
QNB Bank
BB-
B-
FAB Bank
AA-
AA-
Bank Masr
B
B-
Banco General S. A
BBB-
BBB-
Audi Bank
CCC
CCC
The Group held cash and cash equivalents of US$ 45,714 million (2023: US$ 73,583 million) with banks which are
rated BB and A+ based on Standard & Poor and are considered to have low credit risk. The cash balances are
measured on 12-month expected credit losses.
The Group held cash of US$ 1.2 million in a Lebanese bank as at December 31, 2024 (December 31, 2023: US$
0.552 million). Considering Lebanon's economic and financial crisis represented in hyperinflation, currency
devaluation, and significant restrictions on foreign currency transfers, the Group assessed the recoverability of these
cash balances and accordingly, The Group decided to fully impair the total cash balance.
During August 2022, Koryolink decided, at the request of a shareholder in the company, to grant shareholders,
without discrimination, a non-interest loan in accordance with the rules and procedures of local law, according to
the percentage of its contribution to the company's capital. Accordingly, a cash amounting to US$ 86 million was
transferred to the account of Orascom Investment Holding Company bank account in the Republic of Korea,
knowing that all local regulations and laws regarding bank transfers and transactions will be applied to the
mentioned amounts, and Orascom Investment Company will continue to comply with international sanctions
resolutions in this regard.
During December 2024, Koryolink Company granted all shareholders additional interest free loan amounted to EUR
30 million (equivalent to US$31 million as of 31 December 2024) transferred to Orascom investment holding bank
account.
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
25
OIH S.A.E. management performed ECL assessment on the cash received from Koryolink Loan and considered that
there is 50% likelihood of recoverability due to the unpredictability of future developments, including potential
changes in international sanctions, regulatory restrictions. Therefore, 50% ECL was recorded as at 31 December
2023 and December 2024.
• Trade receivables
The Group’s exposure to credit risk is influenced mainly by the individual characteristics of each customer.
However, management also considers the factors that may influence the credit risk of its customer base, including
the default risk associated with the industry and country in which customers operate. Details of concentration of
revenue are included in notes 6.
The risk management committee has established a credit policy under which each new customer is analysed
individually for creditworthiness before the Group’s standard payment and delivery terms and conditions are
offered. The Group’s review includes external ratings, if they are available, financial statements, credit agency
information, industry information and in some cases bank references. Sale limits are established for each customer
and reviewed quarterly. Any sales exceeding those limits require approval from the risk management committee.
In monitoring customer credit risk, customers are grouped according to their credit characteristics, including whether
they are an individual or a legal entity, whether they are a wholesale, retail or end-user customer, their geographic
location, industry, trading history with the Group and existence of previous financial difficulties.
The Group is monitoring the economic environment in Brazil and is taking actions to limit its exposure to customers
in countries experiencing particular economic volatility and discussion with government of Lebanon regarding
releasing of the dues.
The Group does not require collateral in respect of trade and other receivables.
The Group does not have trade receivable and contract assets for which no loss allowance is recognized because of
collateral.
As of December 31, 2024, and 2023, the exposure to credit risk for trade receivables risk and contract assets by
Geographic region was as follows: -
(In thousands of US$)
Carrying amount
December 31,
2024
Carrying amount
December 31,
2023
Egypt
1,064
2,009
Brazil
98
685
Lebanon
3,140
2,514
Total
4,302
5,208
As of December 31, 2024, and 2023, the exposure to credit risk for trade receivables by type of counterparty was
as follows: -
Carrying amount
Carrying amount
(In thousands of US$)
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
Entertainment
1,064
2,009
Rentals
98
685
GSM
3,140
2,514
Total
4,302
5,208
vii) Liquidity Risk
The Group monitors and mitigates liquidity risk arising from the uncertainty of cash inflows and outflows by
maintaining sufficient liquidity of cash balances. In general, liquidity risk is monitored at entity level whereby each
subsidiary is responsible for managing and monitoring its cash flows and rolling liquidity reserve forecast in order
to ensure that it has sufficient committed facilities to meet its liquidity needs.
Laws and regulations in certain countries, such as North Korea, in which the Group operates limit the conversion of
current cash balances into foreign currency. Given the nature of the business, Group companies may have to make
payments in foreign currencies (for example capital expenditures), the lack of individual entity foreign currency
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
26
reserves means that these companies are largely dependent on the Company to make these payments on its behalf.
The table below analyses the Group’s financial liabilities into relevant maturity groupings based on the remaining
period at the balance sheet to the contractual maturity date. The amounts disclosed in the tables are the gross
contractual, undiscounted cash flows including interest, charges, and other fees.
In thousands of US$)
Carrying
Expected cash
Less than 1
Between 1
More than
amount
flows (*)
year
and 5 years
5 years
Liabilities
Liabilities to banks
8,585
16,127
3,249
11,444
1,434
Loan from Koryolink
90,499
116,052
--
116,052
--
Trade payables and other liabilities
4,903
4,903
4,903
--
--
Finance lease liability
8,806
32,413
1,969
7,212
23,232
As of December 31, 2024
112,793
169,495
10,121
134,708
24,666
* Expected cash flows are the gross contractual undiscounted cash flows including interest, charges, and other fees.
viii) Capital risk management
The Group’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern
and to maintain an optimal capital structure to reduce the cost of capital.
ix) Other risks
Governmental authorisations
Certain future Group activities, including the GSM operations in Lebanon, are dependent on obtaining appropriate
government authorisations. Should these authorisations not be obtained or delayed, there could be an adverse impact
on the future operations of the Group, such as a decrease in revenues or penalty payments due to contractual
counterparties.
The telecommunications activity in Lebanon is in accordance with the agreement with the Ministry of
Telecommunications for the management of Mobile Interim Company One (MIC1) which expired in
January 31, 2013, and has been renewed annually till December 2019, where the management received a letter from
the ministry of telecommunications in Lebanon to terminate the contract and to proceed in handing over the
management.
Political and economic risk in emerging countries
A significant amount of the Group’s operations is conducted in Egypt, North Korea. The operations of the Group
depend on the market economy of the countries in which the subsidiaries or associate operate. In particular, these
markets are characterised by economies that are in various stages of development or are undergoing restructuring.
Therefore, the operating results of the Group are affected by the current and future economic and political
developments in these countries. In particular, the results of operations could be unfavourably affected by changes
in the political or governmental structures or weaknesses in the local economies in the countries where it operates.
These changes could also have an unfavourable impact on financial condition, performance, and business prospects.
Regulatory risk in emerging countries
Due to the nature of the legal and tax jurisdictions in the emerging countries where the Group operates, it is possible
that laws and regulations could be amended. This could include factors such as the current tendency to withhold tax
on the dividends of these subsidiaries, receiving excessive tax assessments, granting of relief to certain operations
and practices relating to foreign currency exchange. These factors could have an unfavourable effect on the financial
In thousands of US$
Carrying
Expected cash
Less than 1
Between 1
More than
amount
flows (*)
year
and 5 years
5 years
Liabilities
Liabilities to banks
13,857
28,569
2,601
17,576
8,392
Loan from Koryolink
70,905
86,770
--
86,770
--
Trade payables and other liabilities
15,593
15,593
15,593
--
--
Finance lease liability
18,633
29,542
3,283
10,220
16,039
As of December 31, 2023
118,988
160,474
21,477
114,566
24,431
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
27
activities of the Group and on the ability to receive funds from the subsidiaries.
Revenue generated by the majority of the Group subsidiaries is expressed in local currency. The Group expects to
receive most of this revenue from its subsidiaries and therefore it relies on their ability to be able to transfer funds.
The regulations in the various countries, such as North Korea, where Koryolink operates could reduce the ability to
pay interest and dividends and to repay loans, credit instruments and securities expressed in foreign currency through
the transfer of currency. In addition, in some countries it could be difficult to convert large amounts of foreign
currency due to central bank regulations. The central banks may amend regulations in the future and therefore the
ability of the Company to receive funds from its subsidiaries may change.
Classes of financial instrument
The tables below present the Groups financial assets and liabilities by category.
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
At amortised
At FVTPL
Total
At amortised
At FVTPL
Total
Cost
Cost
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
45,714
--
45,714
73,583
--
73,583
Trade receivables
4,302
--
4,302
5,208
--
5,208
Financial assets at FVTPL
--
28,522
28,522
--
24,332
24,332
Other assets
12,869
--
12,869
2,057
--
2,057
Total
62,885
28,522
91,407
80,848
24,332
105,180
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
At amortised Cost
Total
At amortised Cost
Total
Liabilities
Borrowings
107,890
107,890
103,395
103,395
Trade payable & other liabilities
4,903
4,903
15,593
15,593
Total
112,793
112,793
118,988
118,988
5. Segment reporting
- The chief operating decision-maker has been identified as the board of directors of the Company. The board
of directors reviews the Group’s internal reporting in order to assess its performance and allocate resources,
mainly from a geographical perspective, of the mobile telecommunication business.
- Pursuant to the decision to dispose of entities previously included in the Media and Technology segment,
OIH management has changed its internal reporting as analysed by the chief operating decision-maker and
revised the reportable operating segments as follows:
• GSM – Lebanon: Relating to management contract for the Lebanese mobile telecommunications
operator, Alfa, which is owned by the Lebanese Government. The contract was terminated in
December 2020. As a result, no revenue was recognized from this contract in 2023 and 2024.
However, based on our assessment, we continue to consider OTL as part of ongoing operations, as
there is currently no formal plan in place for the disposal of this segment.
• Entertainment: relates to the entertainment activities provided by OPE and S&L in the Pyramid’s
area in Egypt.
• Other: relates mainly to the Group’s equity investments, income and expenses related to the parent
company of the Group (OIH) in addition the entertainment activities provided by OPE in the
Pyramid’s area in Egypt.
- The Group reports on segment reporting, which are independently managed. The chief operating decision-
maker assesses the performance of such operating segments based on:
A. Total revenue: The total sales generated by the segment. --(5-A)
B. Adjusted EBITDA: A measure of profitability that excludes certain expenses and taxes. It is calculated
as profit before income tax expense, share of profit/(loss) of investment in associates and related
impairment loss, foreign exchange gains /(loss), financial expense, financial income, gains/(losses) on
disposal of non-current assets, impairment charges and depreciation and amortization. --(5-B)
C. Segment capital expenditure: The total cost incurred during the period to acquire property, equipment,
and intangible assets (excluding goodwill) for the segment. --(5-C)
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
28
5-A) Revenue by Segment
For the year ended December 31, 2024
For the year ended December 31, 2023
Total
Revenue from
Total
Revenue from
(In thousands of US$)
segment
external
Adjusted
segment
external
Adjusted
revenue
customers
EBITDA
revenue
customers
EBITDA
Entertainments
6,245
6,245
1,288
5,754
5,754
1,860
Other
1,628
1,628
(22,419)
--
--
(60,993)
Total
7,873
7,873
(21,131)
5,754
5,754
(59,133)
5-B) Adjusted EBITDA
Reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA to profit / (loss) before income tax
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Adjusted EBITDA
(21,131)
(59,133)
Depreciation and amortization
(1,085)
(1,627)
Finance income
17,537
4,241
Financial assets at FVTPL
5,943
(3,956)
Finance expense
(6,918)
(9,611)
Net foreign currencies translation differences
1,944
19,783
(loss) before income tax
(3,710)
(50,303)
December 31,2024
Entertainments
Others
Total
Adjusted EBITDA
1,288
(22,419)
(21,131)
Depreciation and amortization
(947)
(138)
(1,085)
Finance income
--
17,537
17,537
Financial assets at FVTPL
--
5,943
5,943
Finance expense
(3,748)
(3,170)
(6,918)
Net foreign currencies translation differences
64
1,880
1,944
(loss) before income tax
(3,343)
(367)
(3,710)
December 31,2023
Entertainments
Others
Total
Adjusted EBITDA
1,860
(60,993)
(59,133)
Depreciation and amortization
(1,563)
(64)
(1,627)
Finance income
20
4,221
4,241
Financial assets at FVTPL
--
(3,956)
(3,956)
Finance expense
(4,300)
(5,311)
(9,611)
Net foreign currencies translation differences
120
19,663
19,783
Profit before income tax
(3,863)
(46,440)
(50,303)
5-C) Segment capital expenditure
▪ Assets per segment
The following table illustrates assets for each reportable segment as they are regularly provided to the board of directors.
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
Property and
Equity
Property and
Equity
equipment
investments
Total
equipment
investments
Total
Entertainment
20,911
--
20,911
30,325
--
30,325
Other
1,721
12,071
13,792
1,233
19,858
21,091
Total
22,632
12,071
34,703
31,558
19,858
51,416
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
29
▪ Capital expenditure
The table below illustrates the capital expenditure incurred by each segment for the year ended December 31,2024 and the
year ended December 31,2023:
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Entertainment
4,510
17,162
Other
1,100
1,222
Total
5,610
18,384
6. Revenue
Disaggregation of revenue from contracts with customers.
The table below illustrates the Geographical, Service line and Timing of revenue incurred by each
segment for the year ended December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023:
(In thousands of US$)
2024
2023
Primary geographical markets
Egypt
7,873
5,754
Total primary geographical markets
7,873
5,754
Major service lines
Entertainment
6,245
5,754
Others
1,628
--
Total major service Lines
7,873
5,754
Timing of revenue recognition
Services transferred over a period
7,873
5,754
Total timing of revenue recognition
7,873
5,754
7. Purchases and services
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Rental of local network, technical sites & other leases
109
59
Maintenance costs
138
155
Consulting and professional services
2,173
2,291
Purchases of goods and changes in inventories
2,903
59
Advertising and promotional services
287
141
Utilities and energy cost
15
32
Site expense
862
959
IT supplies and expense
61
69
Insurance expenses
15
23
Airfare expenses
94
79
Accommodation, meals and per diem
66
57
Bank and post office charges
199
228
Other service expenses
2,210
609
Total
9,132
4,761
(In thousands of US$)
2024
2023
Entertainment
6,245
5,754
Others
1,628
--
Total
7,873
5,754
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
30
8. Personnel Costs
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Wages and Salaries
4,975
8,048
Contractual bonuses
637
474
Other benefits
94
91
Pension Costs – defined contribution plan
80
163
Social Security
329
256
Subscription and membership dues
66
8
Other personnel Costs
265
41
Total
6,446
9,081
9. Other expenses
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Other operating expenses
484
225
Total
484
225
10. Depreciation and amortisation
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31,2024
December 31,2023
Depreciation of tangible assets
Buildings
370
453
Right of use
450
871
Commercial and other tangible assets
265
303
Total
1,085
1,627
11. Net financing (costs)
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31,2024
December 31,2023
Interest income
3,907
4,241
Discounted effect – fair value of financial liabilities -
Koryolink **
13,630
--
Financial assets at FVTPL- Net change in fair value
5,943
--
Finance income
23,480
4,241
Financial assets at FVTPL- Net change in fair value *
--
(3,956)
Interest expense on borrowings
(6,918)
(9,611)
Finance expense
(6,918)
(13,567)
Net gain from foreign currencies translation differences
1,944
19,783
Net gain foreign currencies translation differences
1,944
19,783
Net financing (costs)
18,506
10,457
(*) this amount representing the value of the Loss resulting from the value adjustment of investment fund as mentioned
in note (17)
(**) During 2024, OIH S.A.E. received an interest-free loan, that was measured at present value of all future cash
receipts discounted using the prevailing market rate of interest for a similar instrument. Refer to “Borrowings” in
note 23. The discounted effect using the fair value of the loan is recognised as finance income of USD 13.6 million.
12. Equity-accounted investees
Investment in equity-accounted investees primarily relate to the investment in telecommunication operator in North
Korea (Cheo Technology Koryolink)
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
31
The following table provides a breakdown of equity-accounted investees:
As of
As of
Company
Country
Ownership
December 31,
Ownership
December 31,
2024
2023
Cheo Technology-Koryolink
DPRK
60%
280,321
60%
550,528
Accumulated impairment loss (**)
(268,250)
(530,670)
Total
12,071
19,858
(**) The group does not recognize any profits from the company due to the sanctions and the probability of collecting
such profits through dividends process. Accordingly, the group impairs any profit recognized from Koryolink and
maintain the original investment which represent management’s best estimate of the recoverable value.
The following table presents the movement on the investment of Koryolink during the year:
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Opening balance
19,858
24,803
Share of profit of equity accounted investee before impairment
8,868
18,103
Impairment loss
(8,868)
(18,103)
Foreign currency translation differences
(7,787)
(4,945)
Ending balance
12,071
19,858
Koryolink:
The tables below set forth-summary of unaudited financial information of Koryolink and the carrying amount of
the Group’s interest in Koryolink.
▪ Summarised statement of financial position
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Assets
396,280
392,033
Liabilities
(31,404)
(34,512)
Net assets
364,876
357,521
▪ Summarised statement of income statement
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Revenues
59,488
80,122
Total expense
(44,709)
(49,950)
Profit for the period after tax
14,779
30,172
Share of profit of the associate company
8,868
18,103
The Group’s investments in North Korea related primarily to the 60% voting rights in the local telecom operator
Koryolink.
13. Income tax expenses
(In thousands of US$)
Note
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Current income tax
(1,156)
22
Deferred tax
(18-1)
(1,970)
1,545
Total income tax expenses
(3,126)
1,567
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
32
14. Property and equipment
As at 31 December 2024, property and equipment, including right-of use assets amount to USD 23 million (2023:
USD 32 million) classified as follows:
(In thousands of US$)
Commercial
Land &
& other
Right Of
Buildings
tangibles
Use
Assets under construction
Total
Cost
7,334
2,014
11,349
13,334
34,031
Accumulated depreciation &
(888)
(714)
(871)
--
(2,473)
Impairment
Net book value as of January 1,
2024
6,446
1,300
10,478
13,334
31,558
Additions
1,148
3,068
118
1,397
5,731
Depreciation
(361)
(274)
(450)
--
(1,085)
Foreign currency translation
(2,617)
(250)
(4,742)
(5,964)
(13,573)
differences
Net book value as of December
4,617
3,844
5,404
8,767
22,632
31,2024
Cost
5,478
4,542
6,331
8,767
25,117
Accumulated depreciation and
impairment
(862)
(698)
(927)
--
(2,486)
(In thousands of US$)
Commercial &
Land &
other tangible
Right Of
Assets under
Buildings
assets
Use
construction
Total
Cost
8,174
1,907
--
9,577
19,658
Accumulated depreciation & Impairment
(535)
(523)
--
--
(1,058)
Net book value as of January 1, 2023
7,639
1,384
--
9,577
18,600
Additions
788
487
11,388
5,721
18,384
Depreciation
(453)
(303)
(871)
--
(1,627)
Foreign currency translation differences
(1,528)
(268)
(39)
(1,964)
(3,799)
Net book value as of December 31,2023
6,446
1,300
10,478
13,334
31,558
Cost
7,334
2,014
11,349
13,334
34,031
Accumulated depreciation and impairment
(888)
(714)
(871)
--
(2,473)
Property, plant, and equipment includes Right-of-use assets of USD 5 million (2023: USD 10 million) related to
leased properties that do not meet the definition of investment property. For details refer to Note 23 which describe
in details finance and operating lease and related right of use.
15. Intangible assets
(In thousands of US$)
License
Goodwill
Total
Cost
714
262
976
Accumulated amortization and impairment
(714)
(262)
(976)
Net book value as of January 1, 2024
--
--
--
Additions
Amortization
--
--
--
Foreign currency translation differences - Cost
(280)
(103)
(383)
Foreign currency translation differences - Accumulated
280
103
383
Net book value as of December 31, 2024
--
--
--
Cost
434
159
593
Accumulated amortization and impairment
(434)
(159)
(593)
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
33
(In thousands of US$)
License
Goodwill
Total
Cost
892
327
1,219
Accumulated amortization and impairment
(892)
(327)
(1,219)
Net book value as of January 1, 2023
--
--
--
Additions
--
--
--
Amortization
--
--
--
Foreign currency translation differences - Cost
(178)
(65)
(243)
Foreign currency translation differences - Accumulated
178
65
243
Net book value as of December 31, 2023
--
--
--
Cost
714
262
976
Accumulated amortization and impairment
(714)
(262)
(976)
The following table provides an analysis of goodwill:
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
Other
Total
Other
Total
Opening balance
Cost
262
262
327
327
Accumulated impairment
(262)
(262)
(327)
(327)
Net book value of the opening balance
--
--
--
--
Foreign currency translation differences - Cost
(103)
(103)
(65)
(65)
Foreign currency translation differences - Accumulated
103
103
65
65
Net book value of the ending balance
--
--
--
--
Cost
159
159
262
262
Accumulated impairment
(159)
(159)
(262)
(262)
16. Investment property
As of
As of
(In thousands of US$)
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
Cost
--
8,347
Accumulated depreciation and impairment
--
(181)
Net book value of opening balance
--
8,166
Addition
--
488
Disposal
--
(6,922)
Depreciation
--
(101)
Foreign currency translation differences
--
(1,631)
Net book value of ending balance
--
--
Cost
--
--
Accumulated amortization and impairment
--
--
- In 2015 Orascom Investment Holding (OIH) purchased seven floors in Brazil from Bluestone Investment
Company under a contract that guaranteed a fixed annual return after four years. When the return was not
achieved, OIH claimed the shortfall.
- In October 2021, Bluestone settled the claim by transferring ownership of 1.5 floors (6 offices) in the same
building. OIH recognized this settlement as an investment property with a fair value of ~$13 million USD. Of
this amount, $12 million was recorded as a gain in 2021, with the remaining $1 million allocated to transaction
costs.
- In 2023, OIH received an acquisition offer for its Brazilian assets. To facilitate the sale while bypassing complex
tenant pre-emptive rights, OIH:
▪ Established two new Brazilian subsidiaries.
▪ Transferred the property ownership into these entities.
▪ Sold 100% of the shares of both subsidiaries to a third-party buyer in September 2023 for 87.5 million
BRL (~EGP 539 million, net of taxes).
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
34
- In 2023, the Group disposed the remaining 1.5 floors equivalent to 6 offices to a third party for a value of BRL
87,5 Million equivalent in US$ 17,6 Million, as per the sale agreement executed. And Management considers
this disposal price as an approximation of fair value and no more PPE at the end of 2023 and 2024 .
Investment property revenue:
17. Other Financial Assets
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
Non-Current
Current
Total
Non-Current
Current
Total
Financial receivables at amortized cost (17.1.1)
--
--
--
--
--
--
Cash held in North Korea at amortized cost
(17.1.2)
--
56,967
56,967
47,975
47,975
--
Financial assets at FVTPL (17.2)
28,522
--
28,522
24,332
24,332
--
Total Other financial assets
28,522
56,967
85,489
72,307
72,307
--
17.1 Financial receivables at Amortized Cost
17.1.1) Financial Receivables
(In thousands of US$)
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Expected credit loss percentage
100%
100%
Financial receivables
9,163
9,163
Expected credit loss during the year (*)
(9,163)
(9,163)
(*) During September 2019 OIH sold the entire shares owned by the Group in Riza Capital to an external party for a consideration
of US$ 13,323 thousand as well as interest with amount US$423 thousand. The transaction was structured such that the purchaser
pays the consideration in six equal instalments starting from the date of sale and ending in February 2022.
However, up to October 2022, the purchaser only paid the first two instalments dated September 2019 and February 2020 with
a total amount of US$ 4,442 thousand and US$107 thousand of the third instalment, which was due in August 2020. Therefore,
after considering all facts and circumstances, the Group estimated an ECL of US$ 9,163 on this asset and During 2024, OIH has
ongoing lawsuit against the purchaser of the shares in Riza Capital and no updates till end of December 2024.
17.1.2) Cash held in North Korea and restricted deposits
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
Non-
Current
Total
Non-
Current
Total
current
current
Pledged deposits
13
--
13
10
--
10
Cash on banks in North Korea**
113,909
--
113,909
95,911
--
95,911
Expected credit loss*
(56,955)
--
(56,955)
(47,946)
--
(47,946)
Total
56,954
13
56,967
47,975
--
47,975
** Due to the sanctions imposed on north Korea, OIH S.A.E. is not able to repatriate the cash balance out of the
country, therefore it has been classified as financial asset. As of 31 December 2024, USD 8 million is kept as
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
less than one year (note 27-2)
--
853
One to two years
--
--
Two to three years
--
--
Four to five years
--
--
More than 5 years
--
--
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
35
cash on hand in North Korea, and the remaining balance of USD 106 million is cash in OIH S.A.E. bank account
in North Korea.
* Expected credit loss of other financial assets is represented in the following:
As Of December 31,
As Of December 31,
(In thousands of US$)
2024
2023
Expected loss ratio
50%
50%
Cash at bank in North Korea
113,909
95,911
Expected credit loss during the year *
(56,955)
(47,946)
Net cash at bank in North Korea – non-current
56,954
47,965
(In thousands of US$)
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Opening Balance
47,946
2,080
Allowance for impairment loss
13,065
45,019
Foreign currency translation differences
(4,057)
847
Total
56,954
47,946
During 2017, CHEO (Koryolink) the Company’s subsidiary located at North Korea declared and distributed dividends amounting
to EUR 46.7 million. The Company’s share amounted to EUR 35 million, out of which EUR 29.2 million were directly
transferred to the Company from North Korea to its bank account in Egypt. Therefore, we will assume a 50% likelihood that it
will also be able to transfer the existing bank balance of EUR 81,7 million (cash balance in NK as of Dec 21); this implies a PD
of 0%. We will also assume that there is a likelihood that the Company will not be able to transfer the money out of North Korea
due to the sanctions and 50% given that Management do not have any plans to utilize this cash balance within the country, this
implies a PD of 100% that the valuation is performed with Level 3 assumptions.
* In 2023, OIH S.A.E. management performed ECL assessment and considered that there is 50% likelihood of recoverability due to
the unpredictability of future developments, including potential changes in international sanctions, regulatory restrictions, etc.
Therefore, 50% ECL was recorded. As at 31 December 2024, ECL of USD 13 million was booked in profit or loss (2023: USD 45
million).
** Until 31 December 2023, cash in North Korea was classified as non-current asset given the management`s intention to utilize
the cash for loan settlement at maturity date. In 2024, USD 8 million was used for repayment of an old balance of trade payables
within North Korea and the classification of outstanding balance of USD 114 million changed to current.
It is worth noting that all transfers are subject to local policies and laws related specified to bank transfers and transactions. OIH
S.A.E. will continue to comply with international decision specified to international penalties related to this matter.
17.2 Financial assets at Fair Value Through profit or Loss (Lighthouse energy SCSP)
(In thousands of US$)
As Of December 31,
As Of December 31,
2024
2023
Investment in investment funds
28,522
24,332
Total
28,522
24,332
During 2022 the Company invested in investment fund which operates in renewable energy industry. The share of the company
in the fair value of the investment amounted to EUR 25.7 million equivalent to US$ 27.5 million. This investment classified in
the fund as of December 31,2022 as financial investment at fair value through profit or loss and its fair value is classified based
on level 3 investments (levels of fair value revaluation) as there are inputs used that are not observed for assets and liabilities.
There are no transfers between the levels for the year from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, the investments in the fund
assessed from the third level using unadjusted inputs provided by the fund management based on the team's internal assumptions
for the investment's business plan. As the result of management evaluation represents the median valuation between minimum
and maximum valuation ranges.
The following table shows fair value adjustment for the investment classified within the third level during the year.
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Cost of the purchase
24,332
27,504
Effect of the Fair value (note 11)
5,943
(3,956)
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
36
(1,753)
784
Currency translation reserve
Total
28,522
24,332
18. Deferred taxes
18.1 Recognized deferred tax assets and liabilities
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets
and liabilities and when the deferred income tax assets and liabilities relate to income taxes due to the same tax authority.
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31,2024
December 31, 2023
Deferred tax liabilities
(9,595)
(9,396)
Net position of the deferred tax (liabilities)
(9,595)
(9,396)
The movement in deferred tax liabilities is as follows:
As of
As of
(In thousands of US$)
December 31,2024
December 31, 2023
As of January 1,
(9,396)
(12,363)
(Charged) to the income statement (Note 13)
(1,970)
1,545
Foreign currency translation differences
1,771
1,422
As of December 31,
(9,595)
(9,396)
A breakdown of the movement in deferred tax liabilities during 2024 and 2023, is provided in the tables below:
Deferred tax liabilities
Depreciation
Unremitted
&amortization
earnings
Forex
Other
Total
(In thousands of US$)
As of January 1, 2024
(594)
(178)
(8,157)
(467)
(9,396)
(Charged) to the statement of profit or loss
(83)
102
96
(2,085)
(1,970)
Foreign currency translation differences
--
--
--
1,771
1,771
As of December 31, 2024
(677)
(76)
(8,061)
(1,785)
(9,595)
Deferred tax liabilities
Depreciation
Unremitted
& Amortization
earnings
Forex
Other
Total
(In thousands of US$)
As of January 1, 2023
(532)
(588)
(8,486)
(2,757)
(12,363)
(Charged) to the statement of profit or loss
(169)
297
(324)
1,741
1,545
Foreign currency translation differences
107
113
653
549
1,422
As of December 31, 2023
(594)
(178)
(8,157)
(467)
(9,396)
No deferred tax liability has been recognized in respect of temporary differences associated with investments in
subsidiaries, branches, and associates, where the Group is in a position to control the timing of the reversal of the
temporary differences, and it is probable that such differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
Should additional information arise in future periods resulting in differences between the tax base and accounting
base of recorded assets and liabilities in the financial statements as of December 31, 2024, Management will reassess
its estimate in a way that might result in the recognition of deferred taxes related to those assets and liabilities.
Deferred tax liability has been recognized in connection with the gain arising from the discounting effect applied to
the fair value adjustment of the financial liabilities related to Koryolink (Note 11). This provision is made as a
prudent measure against potential future tax assessments by the Egyptian Tax Authority regarding the taxability of
this gain.
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
37
18.2 Unrecognized deferred tax assets
The following schedule illustrates the unrecognized deferred tax assets for the group:
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31,2024
December 31,2023
Carried forward losses
--
--
Total
--
--
Carried forward losses should be utilized within a period of 5-6 years at maximum. The management of the Group
followed a prudent approach and did not recognize a deferred tax asset for unused tax losses as of December 31,
2024, as the management does not expect sufficient taxable results will be generated in the respective countries. The
ability of the Group to settle these tax losses against future taxable profits is not impacted by not recording an asset.
Generally, the Group does not recognize deferred tax assets for temporary differences related to accruals for
provisions, due to uncertainties in connection with the tax treatment of such expenses, as they might be challenged
by local tax authorities.
19. Trade receivables
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Receivable due from government *
14,079
14,382
Receivables due from telephone operators **
7,602
12,364
Allowance for doubtful receivables (ECL)
(18,029)
(23,038)
Total
4,302
5,208
Other trade receivables
650
1,500
* This balance relates primarily to OT Lebanon resulted from receivables due from “Mobile Interim Company”
S.A.L resulting from the company’s operations.
** This balance relates primarily to Koryolink and originates from the demerger processes carried out in 2010 and
impaired in full.
The remaining receivable balance is mainly related to OT Lebanon receivable balance which still not fully
impaired.
The following table shows the movement in the allowance for doubtful receivables:
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Opening balance
(23,038)
(24,390)
Addition (allowances recognized as an expense)
(43)
(3,963)
Foreign currency translation differences
5,052
5,315
Ending balance
(18,029)
(23,038)
The following table shows the ageing analysis of trade receivables as of December 31, 2024, and 2023, net of the
relevant allowance for doubtful receivables:
As of
December 31, 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
Gross
Allowance
Gross
Allowance
Not past due
61
--
1,126
--
Past due 0-30 days
73
--
44
--
Past due 31-120 days
187
--
15
--
Past due 121 - 150 days
--
--
148
--
Past due more than 150 days
22,010
(18,029)
26,913
(23,038)
Trade receivables
22,331
(18,029)
28,246
(23,038)
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
38
The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the carrying value of the receivable. The Group does
not hold any collateral as security and the increase mainly relating to the reversal of impairment related receivables
Orascom telecom Lebanon.
20. Other assets
(In thousands of US$)
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
Non-current
Current
Total
Non-current
Current
Total
Prepaid expenses
--
193
193
--
239
239
Advances to suppliers*
--
11,566
11,566
--
800
800
Receivables due from tax authority
--
411
411
--
67
67
Assets from current tax
--
27
27
--
40
40
Other non-trade assets
--
846
846
--
1,175
1,175
Allowance for doubtful of current assets
--
(174)
(174)
--
(264)
(264)
Total
--
12,869
12,869
--
2,057
2,057
* The balance relates primarily to the advance payment paid by Orascom Investment Holding Company under the
acquisition agreement of Misr entertainment Investment group to Gemini Egypt for Investment Company, “parent
company” amounted to US$ 10M.
(In thousands of US$)
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
Non-current
Current
Total
Non-current
Current
Total
Opening Balance
--
264
264
161
265
426
Made during the year
--
--
--
--
52
52
Used during the year
--
--
--
(161)
--
(161)
Foreign currency translation differences
--
(90)
(90)
--
(53)
(53)
Total
--
174
174
--
264
264
21. Cash and cash equivalents
As of 31 December 2024, the group has net cash position equal to USD 160 million (2023: USD 169 million). The
following table summarises cash balances as at 31 December 2024 and 2023:
(In thousands of US$)
As of
As of
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Bank accounts and gross deposits
47,530
75,279
Cash on hand
52
78
47,582
75,357
Impairment cash and equivalents
(1,868)
(1,774)
Cash and Cash equivalents in the statement of financial position
45,714
73,583
Cash held in financial assets
113,909
95,911
Cash and Cash equivalents in the statement of Cash Flows
159,623
169,494
The Group held cash of US$ 1.3 million in a Lebanese bank as at December 31, 2024 (December 31, 2023: US$
0.552 million). Considering Lebanon's economic and financial crisis represented in hyperinflation, currency
devaluation, and significant restrictions on foreign currency transfers, the Group assessed the recoverability of these
cash balances and accordingly, The Group decided to fully impair the total cash balance.
As of
As of
December 31,
December 31,
(In thousands of US$)
2024
2023
Opening Balance
(1,774)
(1,774)
Formed
(892)
--
Foreign currency translation differences
798
--
Total
(1,868)
(1,774)
The remaining cash balance represents cash available in Egyptian banks related to Egyptian entities equivalent to
US$ 15M in addition to Victoria group amounted to US$ 31M.
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
39
22. Equity attributable to the owners of the Company
i) Share capital
On November 29, 2011, the Company was incorporated with an authorised and issued share capital amounting to EGP
2,203,190,060 million (equivalent to US$ 366,148 thousand at date of transactions) distributed over 5,245,690,620 shares,
each with a nominal value of EGP 0.42.
According to the decision of the Extraordinary General Assembly of Orascom Investment Holding dated October 19, 2020,
and the approval of the General Investment Authority dated November 17, 2020, on demerging the company (refer to note
no. 33), Orascom Investment Holding’s share of the issued capital was EGP 577,025,968 (equivalent to US$ 95,890
thousand) divided on 5,245,690,620 shares with a nominal value of EGP 0.11 per share.
The following table lists the largest shareholders in the Company in addition to the other remaining shares as of December
31, 2024:
Shareholder
Ordinary shares
% Of ordinary shares
having voting right
OTMTA (parent company)
2.709.989.320
51.661%
Orascom TMT investments S.à.r.l.
33.485.965
0.638 %
Other
2.502.215.335
47.70%
Total available common shares
5.245.690.620
100%
ii) Translation reserve
Translation reserve comprises all foreign currency differences arising from the translation of the financial statements of
foreign operations. The translation reserve is a component of equity that reflects the cumulative exchange differences
arising from the translation of foreign currency assets and liabilities of our foreign operations. These differences are
recognized in the translation reserve at the balance sheet date using the closing exchange rate. The translation reserve is
not recognized in profit or loss but is presented as a separate component of equity. Any exchange differences arising on
the disposal of a foreign operation are recognized in profit or loss.
iii) Legal reserve
According to the company's articles of association, 5% of the net profits are set aside to form the legal reserve, and these
amounts may be stopped when the balance of this reserve reaches 50% of the value of the issued capital, and the retainer
process is resumed when the reserve balance falls below this limit, and this reserve can be used to cover losses and can
also be used to increase the company's capital, subject to the approval of the ordinary general assembly of the company's
shareholders. Non-distributable earnings
Retained earnings include an amount of US$ 1.26 million as of December 31,2024 compared to US$ 1.26 million as of December
31,2023, which is not available for distribution representing a legal and special reserves at the subsidiaries level.
iv) Capital management
The Group’s policy is to maintain a strong capital base so as to maintain investor, creditor and market confidence and to
sustain future development of the business. Management monitors the return on capital, as well as the level of dividends
to ordinary shareholders.
The board of directors seeks to maintain a balance between the higher returns that might be possible with higher levels of
borrowing and the advantages and security afforded by a sound capital position.
Management decides to maintain the ratio below 2. The Group’s net debt to equity ratio on 31 December 2024 as follows:
As of
As of
(In thousands of US$)
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Total Liabilities*
39,590
67,087
Cash and Cash Equivalents
(45,714)
(73,583)
Net Cash Surplus
(6,124)
(6,496)
Total Equity
53,353
66,614
Net debt to equity ratio
--
--
* Intercompany loans “Koryolink” are excluded from total liabilities to fairly present the total value of external
obligations. Furthermore, cash balances that are restricted for the settlement of these specific intercompany loans are
excluded from 'Cash and cash equivalents' and are presented as 'Restricted cash' within financial assets."
The Company's primary strategy for meeting its financial obligations is centered on robust operating cash flow, which
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
40
provides the fundamental liquidity for day-to-day operations. This is supplemented by active management of working
capital, ensuring that receivables, inventory, and payables are optimized to support cash requirements. Furthermore, the
Company maintains a balanced capital structure and access to undrawn committed bank lines, providing ample financial
flexibility to manage seasonal fluctuations, invest in growth opportunities, and service all short and long-term debt as it
comes due. Management continuously monitors liquidity positions and believes that these resources are more than
adequate to meet all foreseeable obligations.
23. Borrowings
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
Current
Non-current
Total
Current
Non-current
Total
Loan from North Korea
--
90,499
90,499
--
70,905
70,905
Bank loans
1,139
7,446
8,585
796
13,061
13,857
Finance lease liability
2,024
6,782
8,806
2,590
16,043
18,633
Total
3,163
104,727
107,890
3,386
100,009
103,395
The following table shows the ageing of borrowings:
The following table provides the breakdown of total borrowings by currency of issue:
(In thousands of US$)
Euro
Egyptian Pound
Total
As of December 31, 2024
90,499
17,391
107,890
As of December 31, 2023
70,905
32,490
103,395
The following table illustrates the movements in the borrowings during the year:
(In thousands of US$)
As of December
As of December
31, 2024
31, 2023
Balance at the beginning of the year
103,395
79,872
of which:
Current borrowings
3,386
1,986
Non-current borrowings
100,009
77,886
Payments of loans
(4,125)
(91)
Payments of operating lease
(980)
--
Proceeds from loans *
34,854
906
Cash from sale & lease back
--
4,854
Proceeds Finance lease liabilities
--
11,819
Interest Expenses
9,163
9,611
Interest Paid
(1,916)
(3,238)
Interest capitalized
1,086
954
Currency transaltion differences
(33,497)
(1,293)
Balance at the end of the year
107,890
103,395
of which:
Current borrowings
3,163
3,386
Non-current borrowings
104,727
100,009
Due within one
Due between one
Due beyond five
Total
(In thousands of US$)
year
and five years
years
Loan from North Korea
--
90,499
--
90,499
Bank loans
1,139
--
7,446
8,585
Finance lease liability
2,024
--
6,782
8,806
As of December 31, 2024
3,163
90,499
14,228
107,890
Due within one
Due between one
Due beyond five
Total
(In thousands of US$)
year
and five years
years
Loan from North Korea
--
70,905
--
70,905
Bank loans
796
6,934
6,127
13,857
Finance lease liability
2,590
15,835
208
18,633
As of December 31, 2023
3,386
93,674
6,335
103,395
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
41
i) Bank Loans
The following table shows a breakdown of bank loans by country:
Description
Company
31 Dec 2024
31 Dec 2023
Original
Nominal
Maturity
Nominal
Security
In US$
In US$
Currency
Value
interest rate
North Korea
OIH
71,523
70,905
Euro
81,707
Dec -27
-
Unsecured
North Korea
OIH
18,976
--
Euro
29,939
Dec -29
-
Unsecured
Egyptian Banks
OPE
8,585
13,857
EGP
230,000
Oct-28
1% + corridor
Unsecured
Total
99,084
84,762
* North Korea (Koryolink)
- During August 2022, Koryolink decided, at the request of a shareholder in the company, to grant shareholders, without
discrimination, a non-interest loan in accordance with the rules and procedures of local law, according to the percentage of
its contribution to the company's capital. The loan, amounting to approximately 81.7 million euros (equivalent to US$ 85
million as of 31 December 2024), was transferred to the account of Orascom Investment Holding Company in the Republic
of Korea, knowing that all local regulations and laws regarding bank transfers and transactions will be applied to the
mentioned amounts, and Orascom Investment Company will continue to comply with international sanctions resolutions in
this regard.
- It is worth noting that the loan is interest-free and for a period of 5 years, which can be automatically increased for another
period or periods of 3 years each, and it will be agreed between the company and Koryolink on the method of repayment,
whether in cash or by settlement with other balances between the two companies.
- During December 2024, Koryolink Company granted all shareholders additional interest free loan amounted to EUR 30
million (equivalent to US$ 31 million as of 31 December 2024) transferred to Orascom investment holding bank account.
As at 31 December 2024, the outstanding amount of the loan is EUR 111.7 million (USD 116 million), out of which USD
91 million is classified as a long-term loan and the remaining was booked as discounted effect thought profit or loss in the
relevant year.
Loan (Orascom Pyramids Entertainment (OPE)
- On 30 September 2020, a long-term loan contract was signed between the Bank of the Arab International Banking Company
and Orascom Pyramids for Entertainment Projects (LLC), provided that the Bank of the Arab International Banking
Company grants the company financing in the form of a long-term loan amounting to EGP 230 million equivalent US$7.4
million. This is for the purpose of contributing to the financing of the remaining part of the investment costs of the project
to develop and provide services in the visit area of Giza Pyramids and the adjacent and associated areas according to the
usufruct licensing contract dated December 13, 2018, concluded between the Supreme Council of Antiquities and Orascom
Investment Holding Company, as follows:
- An amount of EGP 80 million equivalent US$ 1.5 million for the civil works for the restaurant complex and the connection
of utilities. information systems and the accounting system for the project.
- An amount of EGP 52 million equivalent US$ 1.02 million for the infrastructure works for the information network
- An amount of EGP 90 million equivalent US$ 1.8 million for the civil works, renovations and improvements to the visitors’
building, the VIP building “the current student building”, the site of the visit, the organization of the area for the stables
“horses camels - karts” and for the electric vans, the charging station and its maintenance.
- An amount of EGP 8 million equivalent US$ 0.2 million for the field work of The Nile Pyramids Lounge.
- Provided that the company is committed to disbursing in accordance with the above items only with the same values, except
for the items of civil works. The company is allowed to increase it by 10% as a discount on the surpluses of other exchange
items, provided that the use of all items does not exceed the total value of the loan.
ii) Finance lease liabilities
- Finance Lease Contracts Liabilities:
The Group entered into finance lease transactions between OPE (Orascom pyramids Entertainment) and El Tayer For
Leasing during the year 2022 with a total contractual amount EGP 23M (US$0.4 million) in order to rent 6 electric buses
and 2 charging stations, and the rental value is paid in quarterly instalments for a period of 27 instalments, while giving the
company the right to own these buses and charging stations at the end of the contract period, and the payment of instalments
ends on 30/7/2028, for a specific value.
- Liabilities from sale and lease back transactions:
During March 2023, the company sold and leased its headquarters to GB for leasing for the amount of 156,594,000 Egyptian
pounds (US$ 3.1 million) and for that the lessor approved to rent owned assets in 2005 – A. Nile City Towers- South Tower
– Floor 26 that of 1304.95 square meter for 5 years starting from March 31, 2023 and ending March 31, 2028. This asset
has been leased for 148,764,300 Egyptian pounds (US$ 2.9 million) and the lessee has the right to buy the leased asset at
the end of the contracted period for 1 Egyptian Pounds, for the lessee to address the buying option for the lessor two months
before the defined period ends and for the selling price at the end of contracted period to be equivalent to the unsettled
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
42
current lease prices added to asset fair value at contracted date with 5% early-settlement penalty in accordance with terms
and conditions as follows:
In the case of the lessee chose, as per his right, to buy the asset, the lessor has to propose a final selling contract to the lessee
within a month from the end of contract date as long as the lessee applied all written terms and conditions. And in all cases,
asset ownership cannot be transferred from lessor to lessee unless the lessee fully settles the contracted amount, formed a
written contract between the two parties moreover the lessee is obliged to pay all expenses, taxes, customs and any other
related payments of the selling contract.
During March 2024, the company requested to settle the amount of loan, penalties related to early-payments and the
company transferred the amount in full including the early-payment penalties dated March 13, 2024, and is currently
working towards signing the liability’s settlement.
- Operating Lease Contracts Liabilities:
During 2018, ana agreement has been made at The Pyramids area in giza with the amount of 20 million Egyptian pounds
(US$ 0.4 million) with annual 10% increase starting from actual operating date or 50% of net profits, which ever is higher.
The subsidiary was given a grace period to finalize its developments in the ancient area for the Egyptian government is
committed to finalize some issue in the ancient area for then the subsidiary can actually begin operating. The actual start
date of the lease contract is within the last quarter of year 2023. According to the governmental parties responsible for the
project, company’s management has approved to pay the minimum limit for the financial year starting July 1, 2022 and
ending June 30, 2023.
The following table the amount of finance lease liabilties as of December 31, 2024:
Description
Company
31 Dec 2024
31 Dec 2023
Original
In US$
In US$
currency
Finance lease liabilities
OPE
343
612
EGP
Sale & Lease back
OIH
--
4,814
EGP
Operating lease liability
OPE
8,463
13,207
EGP
Total
8,806
18,633
24. Provisions
(In thousands of US$)
As of December
As of December
31, 2024
31, 2023
Opening balance
7,280
8,702
Allocation
1,956
1,487
Reversal
(286)
--
Utilisation
--
(302)
Foreign currency translation differences
(3,249)
(2,607)
Ending balance
5,701
7,280
Provisions are related to expected claims resulting from the Group companies’ ordinary course of business. The required
information about these provisions were not disclosed, according to the related IFRSs Accounting standards, because
the management of the Group believes that doing so, will strongly affect the final settlement of these provisions for
claims.
25. Trade payables and other liabilities
As of December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
(In thousands of US$)
Current
Non-
current
Total
Current
Non-
current
Total
Trade payables
Trade payables due to suppliers
284
--
284
9,812
--
9,812
Customers credit balance
111
--
111
220
--
220
Other trade payables
683
--
683
724
--
724
Total
1,078
--
1,078
10,756
--
10,756
Other liabilities
Prepaid traffic & deferred income
3
--
3
994
--
994
Due to local authorities
3
--
3
6
--
6
Personnel payables
333
--
333
103
--
103
Subscriber deposits
284
--
284
63
--
63
Other credit balances *
3,202
--
3,202
3,671
--
3,671
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
43
Total other liabilities
3,825
--
3,825
4,837
--
4,837
Total
4,903
--
4,903
15,593
--
15,593
* Other credit balances include employee benefits managed by OIH under the Management Agreement with the Ministry of
Telecommunications. OIH oversees MIC1 SAL on behalf of the Republic of Lebanon, the owner of both mobile network
operators.
Orascom Telecom Lebanon SAL (OTL) is created to manage the personnel of MIC, as employer, yet all personnel costs are
charged to and reimbursed by the Lebanese Government as per the term of the management agreement. The amount which is
included in the other credit balances – current as of December 31, 2024, is US$ 0.264 million (2023 US$ 0.262 million) and
regarding to the remaining amount of other credit balance is comprised of accrued bonuses and other payable towards
governments by US$ 1,713million and US$ 1,225 million, respectively.
26. Earnings / (Losses) per share --- (Basic & Diluted)
- Basic (losses) / earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit attributable to equity holders of the Company
by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year. For the purposes of the (losses) /
earnings per share calculation, it has been assumed that the number of issued shares at the date of incorporation
(5,245,690 thousand) had been outstanding during the year.
- Diluted (losses) / earnings per share is calculated by adjusting the weighted average number of ordinary shares
outstanding to assume conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares. During the period covered by the report,
the Company did not have any dilutive potential ordinary shares and as such diluted and basic (losses) / earnings
per share from continuing operations and from discontinued operations are equal.
Earnings / (Losses) per share from Continuing operation attributable to equity holders
Basic and diluted (in US$)
(In thousands of US$)
For the year ended
For the year ended
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
(loss) from continuing operations
(6,711)
(48,711)
Weighted average number of shares (in thousands of shares)
5.245.691
5.245.691
(Losses) / Earnings per share – basic and diluted (in US$)
(0.001)
(0.0093)
27. Share based Payment
On June 25, 2023, Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (the “Company”) entered a strategic partnership with
Caxton Holding LLC (the “Founders SPV”), a limited liability company established in the United Arab Emirates a
company founded to revolutionize light electric mobility through battery-swapping technology and a fully
integrated digital platform. The objective of the partnership is to drive a major transformation in the transportation
sector within Egypt and across regional markets in the Middle East and Africa. As part of the investment structure,
the Company established BluEV Holding Limited (the “HoldCo”), with an injection of an initial investment
amount of $3 million. As a result, the Company hold 98% interests in HoldCo, while the remaining 2% is held by
Caxton Holding LLC (the “Founders SPV”),
Caxton Holding LLC (the “Founders SPV”) is entitled to acquire a share of BluEV Holding Limited (the
“HoldCo”)'s total capital in the form of (Eligible Shares) in equal instalments expiring in 2029. They are also
entitled to acquire a share of the Company's capital in the form of (Call Option Shares) to be vested in instalments
expiring in 2027 and exercisable until December 31, 2031.
In addition, they are entitled to purchase a share of Blue EV Holding Limited's capital, which matures on
December 31, 2029, for a purchase price calculated as the higher of the Par Value and the fair market value of
HoldCo at the time of exercise of the option (the “Earn-Out Shares”).The Company granted the rights to Founders
SPV, which vest on condition of the achievement of defined technical, commercial, operation and financial targets
as well as the founders’ continued service in HoldCo.
The fair value of the Vesting Shares, for accounting purposes was measured at the grant date by discounting the
projected equity value (including the capital injections) forward to each tranche’s specific vesting year.
The fair value of the Vesting Shares of $3 million, for accounting purposes was measured at the grant date as is
calculated based on the fair value of the company
The fair value of the Call Options Shares for accounting purposes was measured at the grant date using a Monte
Carlo Simulation model where capital injections were assumed as certain and reflected in the adjusted equity
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
44
values and strike prices. The volatility, equal to 48.2%, was estimated using unlevered asset volatilities from
comparable public companies.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, the Group recognized $0.2 million equivalent to EGP 9 million as share-
based payment compensation expense (which is based on the rights expected to vest) and an offsetting increase to
non-controlling interests’ equity in relation to the Vesting Shares and Call Options Shares.]
On December 31, 2024, unrecognized compensation expenses amounted to $1.1 million and is expected to be
recognized over the remaining vesting period through 2029.
The Earn-Out Shared for accounting purposes does not contain a share-based payment.
28. Discontinued operations
27-1 Discontinued operations result from TWA:
During 2021 the Company has announced the sale of all shares of TWA, Orascom Investment Holding owns 51% of
total TWA and the sale transaction is completed on 21 January 2022 and the share of Orascom Investment Holding
amounted about US$ 35.5 million and the shares ownership has been transferred on that date mentioned above.
During the year 2023, the final selling price has been agreed to be around 35 million US$ and according to this
adjustment, Orascom Investment Holding settled around US$ 500 thousands as adjustments to the transaction of
subsidiary’s selling.
27-2 Discontinued operations result from Sale of 1.5 Floor in Brazil:
During May 2023, the group announced about an acquisition offer received regarding its owned assets in Brazil of
which the Board of Directors approved to hire an independent financial consultant, to report a study related to the
equivalent price of the assets and that in accordance with the requirements of article (43) from rules for listing and
delisting securities on the stock exchange.
During September 2023 and for securing the selling transaction, the company established two subsidiaries in Brazil
and the ownership of the investment property has been transferred to the two companies with the amount totaling
to 87.5 million BRL equivalent to around 539 million Egyptian pounds (after deduction of due taxes).
The Group disposed the remaining 1.5 floors equivalent to 6 offices to a third party for a value of BRL 87,5 Million
equivalent in US$ 17,575 Thousands, as per the sale agreement executed Note (16).
And Management considers this disposal price as an approximation of fair value as follows:
Year ended
Year ended
(In Thousands of US$)
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
Cash Proceed resulted from disposal of 1.5 Floor
--
18,075
NBV of investment property
--
(7,079)
Total Gain resulted from disposal
--
10,996
Expenses incurred associated to Sales process
--
(32)
Rental income recognized before sale
--
853
Profit before tax
--
11,817
Income Tax
--
(2,404)
Group net Profit after tax
--
9,413
For the year
For the year
(In thousands of US$)
ended December
ended December
31, 2024
31, 2023
Loss on disposal of TWA
(27-1)
--
(500)
Disposal of floors in Brazil
(27-2)
--
9,413
Mena Cable
(27-3)
--
521
Profit/(Loss) (net of income tax)
--
9,434
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
45
27-3 Discontinued operations result from Mena cable:
In 2023, the Group received EGP 16 million (US$ 521 thousand) which represents the total balance due to Orascom
investments holding and its subsidiaries from Mena cable company regarding the technical malfunction of Mena
Submarine Cable System and Transferring 100% of Group shares in MENA Cable to the Egyptian International
Submarine Cables Company.
29. Commitments
The commitments as of December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, are provided in the table below:
Year
Year ended December
ended
31, 2024
December
(In thousands of US$)
31, 2023
Purchase of property and equipment *
10,573
499
Total
10,573
499
* Capital commitments related mainly to the operating contracts between the group and construction companies
responsible for development of the Pyramids site “OPE” and Sound & light project “OSL”
OIH (Egypt) Group has also provided guarantees and letters of credit in the ordinary course of business.
Guarantees include the following at the level of OIH (Egypt) Group:
- A letter of guarantee of EGP 20 million (USD 400 thousand) in favor of the SAIB from Orascom Pyramids for
Entertainment
- A letter of credit of EGP 125 million (USD 2.5 million) in favor of the National Bank of Egypt from Orascom
Investment Holding Company
- During the month of October 2021, OIH (Egypt) Group sold the floors owned by it in the State of Brazil through
one of its subsidiaries, Victoire BV Holding Company, for a total amount of USD 76.5 million.
- The contract stipulates the guarantee of OIH S.A.E. For the seller to obtain a fixed annual return for a period of
24 months from the date of selling the above-mentioned floors, with a total amount of USD 847 thousand,
- whereby OIH S.A.E. will transfer the difference to the return to the seller in the event that the fixed return
stipulated in the contract is not reached. The company has agreed with the seller to open an escrow account
- for the full amount previously mentioned. The guarantee period regarding the annual return terminated in
October 2023, and the total amount paid is BRL 436 thousand (USD 90 thousand). The sales contract also
stipulates a guarantee for the payment of any amounts resulting from cases brought due to real estate taxes on
floors. There are tax disputes in Brazil with Inca Re 2 and Inca Re 19 companies, and no judgment was issued
towards, for which provision was booked as at 31 December 2023.
30. Related party transactions and balances
Ultimate undertaking parent the transactions with related parties include but not limited to those associated
companies, key personnel, associates, affiliates. Transactions with, associates, affiliate, and other related parties
with the Group throughout the year are not considered atypical or unusual, as they fall within the Group’s normal
course of business.
The main related party transactions and balances, other than those already disclosed in this consolidated financial
statement, resulted from these transactions are summarised as follows:
(In thousands of US$)
Year ended December 31, 2024
Year ended December 31, 2023
Exp paid on behalf
Investment
Exp paid on behalf
Investment
of related party
expenditure
of related party
expenditure
OIH
CHEO Technology JV – associate
98
--
221
--
(In thousands of US$)
Year ended December 31, 2024
Year ended December 31, 2023
Receivables
Payables
Receivables
Payables
OIH
CHEO Technology JV – associate
--
--
--
8,093
Gemini for Investment
9,984
* Balances receivables from CHEO Technology JV are fully impaired. Furthermore, the Group did not offset
balances receivables against the payables relating to CHEO, due to the Group not intending to settle the recognized
amounts on a net basis or to realize the asset settle the liability simultaneously.
Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. (In thousands of US$ dollars)
Notes to the consolidation financial statements as at December 31, 2024
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Key management compensation
▪ Key management includes executive and non-executive directors, the chief financial officer and other managing
directors considered key personnel.
▪ The compensation paid or payable to key management for employee services amounted to US$ 1.3million and,
US$ 1,6 million, respectively for the years ended December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023.
31. Contingent assets and liabilities
The contingent liabilities, are represented in guarantees issued by the holding company and related to the activities of its
subsidiaries, as follows:
Orascom Pyramids for Entertainment Projects
There are letters of guarantee equivalent to US$ 0,646 million in favour of the Bank of the International Arab
Banking Company.
Orascom Investment Holding Company
There is letter of credit equivalent to US$ 2.4 million in favour of the National Bank.
32. Subsequent events
• On June 18, 2025, the Board of Directors unanimously approved the company’s implementation of a treasury
stock purchase program with a maximum number of (524,569,062) local shares (only five hundred and twenty-
four million, five hundred and sixty-nine thousand and sixty-two local shares), which represents a maximum
percentage of 10% of the total issued capital shares of the company traded on the Egyptian Stock Exchange,
amounting to 5,245,690,620 shares, according to the market price on the date of implementation, provided that
these shares are purchased from the open market and through the company’s own financial resources, in
accordance with the rules stipulated in the decision of the Board of Directors of the Financial Regulatory
Authority No. 210 of 2023.
▪ Orascom Investment Holding's subsidiary, OSL for Entertainment Projects, has entered medium-term financing
agreement with Commercial International Bank (CIB) the main financial collateral was provided as the following:
• Agreement: A nine-year, medium-term financing deal with Commercial International Bank (CIB),
signed in July 2025.
• Parties: OSL for Entertainment Projects (a subsidiary of Orascom Investment Holding) and CIB.
• Funding Breakdown:
o Loan: US$ 9.146 million .
o Loan: EGP 364.8 million (equivalent to US$ 11.81)
o Letters of Guarantee: EGP 36 million (equivalent to US$ 1.2)and USD 1.5 million
• Purpose: To fund the development of the sound and light shows and a new exhibition area at the
Pyramids and Sphinx.
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ORASCOM INVESTMENT HOLDING S.A.E.
APPENDIX A – SUBSIDIARIES AND INVESTMENT IN EQUITY-ACCOUNTED INVESTEES AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2024
Segment
Country of
incorporation
and place of
business
Entity name
Nature of business
Proportion of
ordinary
shares held by
the Company
(%)
Proportion
of ordinary
shares held
by OIH
Group (%)
Proportion of
ordinary shares held
by the non-controlling
interest / other
shareholders (%)
Investment
type
Media and Technology
Egypt
Oracap Holding Co. (Free zone)
Other
100%
100%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Media and Technology
Malta
Oracap Far East Ltd
Other
100%
100%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Management services
Lebanon
Orascom Telecom Lebanon
Management services
99,8%
99,8%
0.20%
Subsidiary
Other
Luxembourg
OIH-Renewables
Other
100%
100%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Other
North Korea
Osorcon
Other
100%
100%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Investment Property
Netherlands
Victoire coop Investment Holding
Investment Property
100.00%
100.00%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Investment Property
Netherlands
Victoire BV
Investment Property
100.00%
100.00%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Investment Property
Brazil
INCA 9 (Brazil)
Investment Property
100.00%
100.00%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Investment Property
Brazil
INCA 19 (Brazil)
Investment Property
100.00%
100.00%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Energy
Egypt
O Capital for energy
Energy
99,2%
99,99%
0.01%
Subsidiary
Energy
Egypt
O Capital for services and construction
Energy
99,2%
99,99%
0.01%
Subsidiary
Media and Technology
Egypt
Orascom Telecom Venture co. “S.A.E”
Other
99,99%
99,99%
0.01%
Subsidiary
Other
UAE
BlueEV Holding
Electric Vehicles
98%
98%
2%
Subsidiary
Entertainment
Egypt
Orascom Pyramids Entertainment “S.A.E”
Entertainment
100%
100%
0.00%
Subsidiary
Entertainment
Egypt
Orascom Prisme Pyramides Entertainment “S.A.E”
Entertainment
70%
70%
30%
Subsidiary
Entertainment
Egypt
Orascom Pyramids for Touristic Establishment
Entertainment
100%
100%
0.00%
Subsidiary
GSM North Korea
North Korea
CHEO Technology JV Company
Telecommunication operator
60%
60%
40.00%
Associate