Almana Hospitals CEO named ‘Future Leader of the Year’

Mana Almana, CEO of Almana Hospitals, was presented with the ‘Future Leader of the Year Award’ during the third edition of the CHI Excellence Award ceremony.
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Updated 29 April 2025
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Almana Hospitals CEO named ‘Future Leader of the Year’

Mana Almana, CEO of Almana Hospitals, received the “Future Leader of the Year Award” from the Council of Health Insurance, recognizing his exceptional leadership and contributions to innovation and development in the healthcare sector.

This honor was bestowed during the third edition of the CHI Excellence Award ceremony, organized by the CHI under the auspices of Minister of Health Fahad AlJalajel. The event recognized leaders in the Kingdom’s healthcare sector and institutions that have excelled in delivering top-quality and efficient services.

The award stimulates creativity and innovation in the private healthcare sector and promotes digital transformation and technology to improve healthcare services.

“It is a great honor to receive this recognition, which I consider an additional incentive to continue contributing to the healthcare sector in the Kingdom,” Almana said, thanking the CHI and the judging panel for their confidence in him.

He added: “This award, which celebrates leadership potential, innovation and initiative, professional achievements, contributions to patient care, collaboration, and teamwork, is essentially a tribute to the encouraging and supportive environment within Almana Hospitals, and to the opportunities I have been given to contribute and develop.”

Almana said that actual milestones are not achieved by individual effort, but rather by collective work and constructive cooperation. Therefore, he dedicated this honor to every member of the Almana Hospitals team, who he said have played a significant role in supporting him in serving patients and continuously sought innovative solutions to improve their experience.

Almana praised the role of the CHI in organizing the award, as well as its contribution to motivating the private healthcare sector toward innovation and development.

Almana Hospitals is the largest medical institution and healthcare provider in the Eastern Province. It has contributed to a qualitative shift in healthcare services, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to improve the quality of life for citizens and residents.

The CHI is dedicated to honoring healthcare facilities that contribute to developing and improving the quality of healthcare services in the private sector. 

This is achieved through awards focusing on innovation, efficiency, and quality. The awards aim to enhance competitiveness among healthcare providers in the Kingdom. These institutions provide healthcare services in line with international quality standards, underscoring their commitment to developing the private healthcare sector in the Kingdom.


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.