Pakistan International School in Jeddah helps to build a brighter future

Afzal Gondal
Updated 23 March 2018
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Pakistan International School in Jeddah helps to build a brighter future

The Pakistan International School (Azizia) Jeddah was established in 1959 in a villa in the Baghdadia district. In 1984 it moved to a new purpose-built building in Alazizia district that fulfils all the requirements of students.
This school has a glorious past as it has produced students who are performing their services in all walks of life. It is affiliated with the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Islamabad.
The school has introduced the Cambridge system, with modest fees so that all people can afford it. The School Management Council (SMC) has always endeavored to provide a congenial environment for students and teachers so that they can focus on their education.
Every year, a significant number of students from this institution gain admission to professional colleges in Pakistan on merit, and those who go to foreign countries for higher education bring honor to their alma mater by making their mark in the international arena.
Teachers are always recruited on merit and according to the needs of subjects.
Buying new furniture, ACs and split units, as well as books for the library, have been among the tasks that the SMC has undertaken on a priority basis.
As chairman of SMC, I would like to request the Pakistani community to help guide us on how we can serve our students better. We should always remain united and sincere with our nation and country.
Our nation’s father, Quaid e Azam said: “Our object should be peace within and peace without. We want to live peacefully and maintain cordial friendly relations with the world at large. Pakistan not only means freedom and independence but the Muslim ideology which has to be preserved, which has come to us as a precious gift and treasure.”
Let’s revive the spirit of individuality by commemorating the wisdoms of our forefathers and implementing those golden adages to take our country to the height of that glorification which our forefathers always envisaged.

— Afzal Gondal, chairman of the School Management Council, Pakistan International School (Azizia) Jeddah


LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat

Updated 24 January 2026
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LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat

LuLu Group has signed a landmark MoU with Sulalat Coffee during the 5th edition of World of Coffee Dubai trade show. This exclusive retail partnership is designed to enhance the specialty coffee offerings across LuLu Hypermarkets in Saudi Arabia, meeting the growing demand for premium coffee experiences within the region.
The agreement was signed by Mohamed Haris, director, Saudi Arabia, LuLu Group, and Abdulelah Al-Murqi, marketing director, Sulalat Coffee. Through this collaboration, LuLu Group will provide a dedicated platform for Sulalat’s specialty-grade beans, which are globally sourced and roasted in Riyadh. This initiative ensures that world-class coffee quality, previously reserved for niche aficionados, is now readily accessible to coffee lovers throughout the Kingdom.
By partnering with Sulalat Coffee, LuLu Group is integrating artisanal expertise with large-scale retail excellence. Sulalat has been a pioneer in the specialty coffee movement in the region, and this partnership allows LuLu to showcase unique varieties and professional-grade roasting. The collaboration reflects a shared vision to celebrate the thriving local coffee culture and deliver an unparalleled selection of premium products to everyday consumers.
In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, this partnership reinforces LuLu Group’s commitment to empowering homegrown brands and fostering economic diversification within the Kingdom. By providing a global stage for local excellence at events like World of Coffee Dubai, LuLu continues to support the growth of a vibrant private sector and a sustainable retail ecosystem.
As the premier platform for the industry, World of Coffee Dubai 2026 highlights the rapid growth and innovation within the regional coffee scene. With the event attracting more than 17,000 visitors and hundreds of global exhibitors, it provides a vital stage for industry leaders to connect.