Saudi university achieves ISO quality management certification

The Saudi Electronic University has achieved the ISO for implementing a quality management system in the field of higher education and lifelong learning. (Twitter @Saudi_EUni)
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Updated 20 November 2023
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Saudi university achieves ISO quality management certification

  • Saudi Electronic University successfully completes evaluation process
  • President thanks staff for their work in achieving goal

JEDDAH: Saudi Electronic University has been recognized by the International Organization for Standardization for its quality management system.

The university achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification for its system covering e-learning and combined learning technologies, as well as courses in continuous learning and lifelong learning across all of its colleges, institutes and affiliated centers, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The ISO is a globally recognized organization that provides assessment and accreditation services to companies and entities around the world.

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• Saudi Electronic University successfully completes evaluation process.

• President thanks staff for their work in achieving goal.

The university achieved certified status following a comprehensive evaluation of its procedures using the latest scientific methods. As part of that process it set up a quality control unit in each of its centers to carry out training, reviews and implementation.

President Mohammed bin Yahya bin Mardi expressed his gratitude to all staff and departments that contributed to the achievement.

Mai Salem Al-Nabahin, vice president for planning, development and quality, said that obtaining the ISO certificate was one of the university’s most significant achievements.

The reward was evidence of its commitment to meeting accreditation requirements and ensuring the application of global quality standards, she said.

 


Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

Updated 06 January 2026
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Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

  • Company voluntarily recalls its Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima products over concerns they might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria
  • Saudi Food and Drug Authority says recall is precautionary and no related illnesses have been reported, but advises consumers to dispose of recalled products immediately

RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority on Tuesday warned the public not to consume certain Nestle infant formula products, after the company issued a voluntary recall over concerns about possible contamination.

The advisory covers products marketed under the Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima brands. They might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacteria, which can pose a risk to infant health, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The Saudi authority said the recall was a precautionary measure and no related illnesses have been reported. Possible symptoms of exposure can include nausea, repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.

It advised consumers to dispose of the recalled products immediately, and said it was coordinating with Nestle to ensure they are removed from stores and is monitoring the process.

Full details of the affected products, including batch numbers, are available at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority website. The organization said consumers can report any food safety concerns by calling 19999.