Anghami

What Anghami does

Anghami is a music and podcast streaming platform serving the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with both Arabic and international content. Founded in Beirut, Lebanon in 2012, the company relocated its headquarters to Abu Dhabi in 2021 as part of the Abu Dhabi Global Market initiative and listed on NASDAQ via SPAC merger in February 2022. It operates a freemium model combining an ad-supported free tier with the Anghami Plus premium subscription, offering access to 57 million+ songs and 200,000 podcasts to 130 million+ registered users and 3.5 million+ paid subscribers across 16 countries.

Anghami's product portfolio centers on a core streaming application available across iOS, Android, web, automotive systems (CarPlay, Android Auto, HMS for Car), gaming consoles (PlayStation), wearables, and smart TVs, with Anghami Plus subscriptions priced at $4.99 monthly, $24.99 for six months, $49.99 annually, $7.99 for a six-account family plan, and a 50% student discount. The company integrates AI-powered personalization for content recommendations and has launched an AI Personalized Podcast and AI Newsroom for AI-generated daily news delivery. Following its April 2024 acquisition of OSN+, Anghami has expanded into premium video streaming with HBO and Max Originals, supported by a $57 million minority investment from Warner Bros. Discovery in OSN Streaming Limited.

The company monetizes through subscription revenue, advertising on the free tier, telecom partnerships with 36 MENA carriers for carrier billing and bundled offers, B2B services including Anghami Studios for branded content production (200% YoY growth) and Anghami Soundbox for retail background music, corporate gift cards, and affiliate marketing. Distribution leverages telecom partnerships, retail prepaid vouchers in Lebanon and Saudi Arabia, app stores, and bundled offerings including the Epic Bundle combining Anghami with Shahid and Disney+. Customer segments span individual listeners, families, students, brand advertisers, retail businesses, artists and labels, and podcasters, with offices in Abu Dhabi, Beirut, Dubai, Cairo, and Riyadh.

Name

Anghami

Legal name

Anghami Inc.

Website

https://anghami.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2012

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Anghami is a MENA-focused music and podcast streaming platform offering freemium and Anghami Plus premium tiers, serving 130 million+ registered users and 3.5 million+ paid subscribers across 16 countries with Arabic and international content, now expanded into video via OSN+.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Music and Podcast Streaming

NAICS

Music Publishers (51223), Music Publishers (512230), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210), Media Buying Agencies (54183), Advertising Material Distribution Services (541870)

SIC

Services-Advertising Agencies (7311)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAIADAA

On-Demand Music Streaming Platforms

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Music & Audio (Recording, Publishing, Streaming)/Audio Streaming & Podcast Platforms

SECONDARYBPAMAJAC

Music & Audio Streaming Platforms

Business & Public Services/Web, Mobile & Digital Platforms/Media Streaming, Publishing & Content Platforms

SECONDARYMPACADAD

Podcast Ad Sales Networks & Monetization Platforms

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Digital Media & Content Platforms (Online Video, Podcasts, Creators)/Podcast Hosting, Networks & Distribution

Keywords

• Music streaming platform
• Podcast streaming service
• Digital audio entertainment
• MENA media streaming
• Background music service

Headquarters

HQ city

Beirut

HQ country

Lebanon

HQ region

Middle East

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Subscription Revenue (Anghami Plus): Premium subscription service offering ad-free music, offline downloads, high-quality audio, lyrics, and extended platform access. Includes monthly, 6-month, annual, and family plans. Primary revenue driver with paid subscribers exceeding 3.5 million.
2. Advertising Revenue: Ad-supported free tier monetized through advertising. Free users generate advertising revenue while premium tier removes ads.
3. Telecom Partnerships: Revenue through partnerships with 36 telecom operators for carrier billing, subscription bundling, and promotional offers that drive user acquisition and subscription revenue.
4. Anghami Studios (Branded Content): In-house production arm creating branded content, songs, podcasts, sonic branding, and live gigs for enterprise clients. 200% YoY growth in branded content and music productions with 40% client retention rate.
5. Anghami Soundbox (B2B): Background music service for retail and business environments. Provides curated playlists and music scheduling for shops and commercial spaces.
6. Corporate Gift Cards: B2B gift card sales to enterprises for employee rewards and client appreciation, with discounts up to 40% for bulk purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Anghami operates a freemium music and podcast streaming platform providing access to 57+ million Arabic and international songs and approximately 200,000 podcasts, with a free ad-supported tier and an Anghami Plus premium subscription offering ad-free listening, offline downloads, high-quality audio, lyrics, and multi-platform access. Beyond consumer streaming, the company sells B2B services including Anghami Soundbox (background music for retail), Anghami Studios (branded content production), Anghami Ads Manager (self-serve advertising for brands), creator platforms for artists and podcasters, corporate gift cards, and the OSN+ video streaming service.

Product overview

Anghami operates as a unified platform-plus-modules architecture, combining a core freemium music and podcast streaming service with multiple premium subscription tiers, specialized vertical platforms, and ancillary products. The core Anghami platform (freemium with ads) is elevated through Anghami Plus premium subscriptions offering ad-free listening, offline downloads, high-quality audio, and extended device support including gaming consoles and smart TVs. The portfolio extends vertically into creator tools (Anghami for Creators for music artists, Anghami for Podcasters), business services (Anghami Studios for branded content, Anghami Ads Manager, Anghami Soundbox for retail), corporate gifting, and affiliate marketing. The landmark OSN+ acquisition expanded the platform into video streaming with HBO and Max Originals. AI-powered features include the AI Personalized Podcast and AI Newsroom. Distribution spans multiple device platforms, app stores, and bundled offerings including the Epic Bundle with Shahid and Disney+.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Anghami (Core Streaming Platform) Freemium music and podcast streaming platform providing access to Arabic and international songs and podcasts. Offers both free (ad-supported) and premium (subscription-based) access tiers for individual consumers across MENA.
• Anghami Plus Premium ad-free subscription service offering unlimited downloads, high-quality audio, lyrics display, scrub/rewind/repeat functionality, and extended platform access including PlayStation, Sonos, CarPlay, Android Auto, Apple TV, Smart TV, and Android TV. Available as monthly, 6-month, yearly, and family plans.
• OSN+ Video Streaming Video streaming service acquired through landmark 2024 transaction, combined with Anghami to create first regional platform providing both video and music with access to HBO and Max Originals and 18,000 hours of premium video content.
• Anghami Soundbox Background music service for retail and business environments, syncing music across multiple shops with 4,000+ curated playlists, zone scheduling, automatic prayer time pause, and minimal staff involvement. Sold to retail shops and commercial businesses.
• Anghami Studios In-house production arm offering branded content, songs, podcasts, sonic branding, and live gigs for commercial clients. Achieved 200% year-over-year growth with 40% client retention rate.
• Anghami Ads Manager Self-service advertising platform allowing brands to create campaigns with standardized display ads, playlist sponsorships (500M+ monthly streams), and adaptive video formats.
• Anghami AI Newsroom AI-powered daily news podcast and first-ever AI newsroom, using artificial intelligence and natural language processing to revolutionize how users consume news updates with personalized audio content.
• Anghami for Creators (Artist Connect) Free platform for artists and labels to upload music, manage artist profiles, access daily analytics (streams, top countries, top songs), and receive revenue payments. Artists gain verification at 5K followers and 50K plays with a 50% stream revenue share.
• Anghami for Podcasters Platform enabling podcasters to reach 15M monthly MENA listeners by submitting episodes via RSS feed with 24-hour publishing. Includes daily analytics, case studies, organic promotions (trending charts, playlists), and paid promotional options.
• Epic Bundle (Anghami + Shahid + Disney+) Multi-platform entertainment bundle combining Anghami music streaming with Shahid and Disney+ video content, broadening the multi-platform entertainment ecosystem across the MENA region.

Quantifiable outcome

• Revenue of $99.3 million in FY2025, up 27% year-over-year
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

AI capability7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered supporting, core and flagship.

• OfftracksupportingTechnology or Integration · 15 April 2026AI-powered music mixing technology partnership. Offtrack's Smart Mix developer API allows music platforms to integrate DJ-like seamless music mixing experiences. Proven through existing Anghami partnership.
• Samsung Electronics MENAsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 23 December 2025'I Am The Scene' campaign supporting emerging artists using Samsung Galaxy foldable devices for music creation and production. Includes workshops, artist collaborations, and music video produced on Galaxy Z Fold7.
• Shahid and Disney+supportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Launched 'Epic Bundle' multi-platform entertainment offering combining Anghami music streaming with Shahid and Disney+ video content in December 2025.
• HuaweicoreTechnology or Integration · 25 November 2025Five-year ecosystem partnership expanding music streaming across Huawei smartphones, wearables, and in-car systems. Includes AppGallery distribution, dedicated smartwatch apps, and HMS for Car integration with voice controls and smart recommendations. Partnership aims to reach millions of new users through Huawei's connected device ecosystem.
• Athar Festival of Creativity 2025supportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 October 2025General Partner sponsorship bringing together music, culture, and innovation in Saudi Arabia. Hosting festival podcasts, activating live DJ booth, and sponsoring key awards.
• TikToksupportingTechnology or Integration · 17 July 2025'Add to Music App' feature integration enabling TikTok users to save songs directly to their Anghami libraries, launching alongside Nancy Ajram's 'Nancy 11' album release.
• Warner Bros. DiscoveryflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2025Landmark strategic partnership with $57 million minority investment in OSN Streaming Limited (Anghami's majority-owned subsidiary) in March 2025. Expands content partnership with plans for joint investment in regional original productions. Brings HBO and Max Originals content to MENA audiences through OSN+ platform.
• Cultural Talent Tournament (CTT)supportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 9 July 2024Official Music Partner of national competition backed by Saudi Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Education fostering student creativity and talent, supporting Kingdom's Vision 2030 cultural ambitions.
• OSN+flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2024Landmark transaction creating entertainment powerhouse combining Anghami's music streaming with OSN+'s video streaming. First regional platform providing both video and music with over 120 million registered users, 2.5+ million subscribers, and $100+ million revenue at closing. Brings 18,000 hours of premium video content.
• RotanacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 March 2024Renewed and expanded partnership promising to elevate music content across the globe with expanded collaborations in content and concerts, marking significant milestone in both companies' journey.
• AlmaraisupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 January 2024AI-powered campaign partnership for 'Milk Every Day is the Smart Way' campaign, combining tech-driven marketing with music streaming platform engagement.
• talabatsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 November 2023Strategic distribution partnership with Middle East food delivery platform expanding Anghami's reach to talabat's user base.
• NoonsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 November 2023Strategic distribution partnership with Middle East e-commerce platform expanding Anghami's accessibility to Noon's customer base.
• Warner Music MENAsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 November 2023Collaboration hosting Dalia Mubarak's album '11:11' launch event at Anghami Lab in Riyadh.
• XP Music FuturessupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 November 2023Participation in 3rd edition of XP Music Futures conference, affirming commitment to Saudi music scene and regional music industry growth.
• Spotlight EventssupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2022Acquisition of events and concert company to expand into live entertainment sector, combining digital streaming with physical live experiences including concerts and immersive AR/VR events.

Scale indicators22 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Spotify: Global on-demand music and podcast streaming platform; competes directly with Anghami in MENA markets via freemium and premium subscription tiers, with overlapping artist catalogs and similar product features (AI personalization, podcast support, device integrations).
• Deezer: Global music streaming platform with freemium and premium tiers operating across MENA; offers comparable AI personalization, podcast support, and family/student plans, making it a like-for-like competitor in the same product category.
• Tidal: Premium music streaming service targeting audiophiles and high-fidelity listeners; competes with Anghami Plus on hi-fi/immersive audio positioning, artist-direct relationships, and creator-economy features in overlapping MENA and global segments.
• SoundCloud: Creator-led music and audio streaming platform with freemium and Pro/Next tiers; overlaps with Anghami's artist-upload ecosystem (Anghami for Creators) and indie-label support, particularly among emerging artists and unsigned MENA talent.

Broad incumbents

• Apple Music: Apple's music and audio streaming service competing across MENA; offers similar subscription tiers, device-integrated experience (iOS, CarPlay, HomePod) and a global catalog — overlapping with Anghami's value proposition for international and Arabic content consumers.
• YouTube Music: Google's ad-supported and subscription music streaming service; competes with Anghami across MENA with bundled YouTube Premium offering, leveraging massive global catalog and YouTube's music-video ecosystem as a discovery funnel.

Regional players

• Shahid (MBC Group): MENA-focused Arabic video streaming service from MBC Group (Anghami's 13.7% shareholder); now a bundling partner via the December 2025 'Epic Bundle' with Disney+, and an emerging competitor in MENA entertainment wallet share for video+music consumption.
• iHeartRadio: US-centric music, radio and podcast streaming platform with ad-supported and subscription tiers; overlaps with Anghami on podcast distribution and advertising-supported audio monetization, though concentrated in North America rather than MENA.

Emerging players

• Audiomack: Free music streaming platform with strong emerging-markets and hip-hop/Afrobeats focus; competes for younger MENA listeners and indie artists with freemium, ad-supported discovery features overlapping Anghami's free tier and creator tools.
• Hungama: India-focused music, video and entertainment streaming platform with freemium and premium tiers; comparable emerging-market music streaming playbook (regional content, telco partnerships, mobile-first distribution) overlapping with Anghami's MENA GTM.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds11 records

Investors12 records

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M&A1 record

Investments

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