Orange Group has appointed Yasser Shaker (LinkedIn) as CEO of its Middle East and Africa operations, effective 1 July 2025, the company said in a press release. Shaker has been the CEO of Orange Egypt since 2018, prior to that he was the CTIO of Orange Middle East and Africa. He brings over 25 years of experience to the role.

What they said: “I am also delighted with the appointment of Yasser Shaker as CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa. His extensive experience and deep knowledge of the region will be essential for continuing our growth momentum,” Christel Heydemann, CEO of the Orange group, said.