iExperts, a leading cybersecurity, consulting, and compliance services provider, and Valu, the leading universal financial technology powerhouse in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announced that Valu has successfully passed the first surveillance audit for its ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System (ISMS) and ISO/IEC 27701 Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) certifications, reaffirming the continued validity of both certifications for the second consecutive year.

This achievement reflects Valu's steadfast commitment to implementing global best practices in information security and privacy protection, while continuously strengthening its governance and compliance framework in line with the highest international standards. It further reinforces the confidence of customers and partners and supports the sustainability of the company's business amid the rapid growth of digital financial services.

ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27701 are among the world's leading standards for information security and privacy management. They enable organizations to establish comprehensive risk management frameworks, safeguard sensitive information, and personal data, and strengthen compliance with regulatory requirements in an increasingly dynamic digital environment.

The successful surveillance audit is the result of the ongoing partnership between Valu and iExperts. Through this collaboration, iExperts provided specialized consulting services to support the readiness of Valu's systems and controls, enhance compliance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27701, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. These efforts ensure the continued effectiveness and efficiency of Valu's Information Security Management System and Privacy Information Management System, while maintaining compliance with the requirements of ongoing surveillance audits.

The achievement also demonstrates the strong synergy between iExperts' consulting expertise and Valu's unwavering commitment to strengthening its cybersecurity and privacy framework. Together, these efforts contribute to improving operational efficiency, protecting information and personal data, and fostering a strong cybersecurity culture across the organization.

Commenting on the achievement, Mohamed Negm, Chief Information Security Officer at Valu, said: "Maintaining our ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27701 certifications for the second consecutive year reaffirms Valu's ongoing commitment to upholding the highest standards of information security and privacy protection, which remain fundamental to building and maintaining the trust of our customers and partners. We continue to invest in advancing our technological capabilities and strengthening our governance and risk management framework to safeguard customer data, support innovation, and enable sustainable growth in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape."

Commenting on the achievement, Ahmed Fawzy, Chief Executive Officer at iExperts : “This milestone underscores the success of the strategic partnership between Valu and iExperts in building a more secure digital environment and promoting a stronger culture of cybersecurity and data protection. It supports Valu's strategy of delivering trusted digital financial services while highlighting iExperts' expertise in helping organizations achieve and maintain compliance with international standards, preserve their certifications, and enhance their readiness to meet evolving regulatory requirements and emerging cybersecurity challenges.”

The achievement further reflects the shared commitment of both iExperts and Valu to advancing information security and privacy management, adopting global best practices, strengthening business resilience, reinforcing trust in digital services, and paving the way for continued success in cybersecurity and compliance in the years ahead.

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About Valu
Valu (Legal name: U Consumer Finance S.A.E.) (EGX: VALU.CA) is the leading universal financial technology powerhouse in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), offering customers and businesses convenient and comprehensive financial solutions. It is the first fintech company providing consumer finance to become a listed company on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), representing Valu’s growth journey and dynamic business model.

In Jordan, Valu offers innovative digital financing solutions. In its initial phase, it provides ‘Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL)’ services with financing plans for up to 60 months through a wide network of merchants. Through a seamless experience that helps customers manage their expenses, Valu aims to provide smart solutions that enable the Jordanian market to manage its finances in alignment with customers' needs and aspirations.

Valu operates in Jordan under a Specialized Finance license, after receiving final approval from the Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ). This reflects the company’s commitment to providing responsible, regulated financial solutions that support greater financial inclusion and enhance the user experience in the digital finance sector.
Valu also aims to build strategic partnerships with various entities in the local market, contributing to the development of the consumer finance ecosystem and expanding the reach of digital financial services across the Kingdom.

Learn more about us at www.valugroup.com

About iExperts
iExperts is a cybersecurity, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), and business continuity consultancy serving organizations across the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Middle East. The firm brings together a team of senior consultants with an average of more than 18 years of experience each, delivering audit-ready guidance across information security, privacy, and IT service management.

iExperts supports clients through the full compliance lifecycle, including ISMS design and risk management setup, audit-ready documentation and evidence structuring, implementation guidance to operationalize controls, internal audit readiness, and post-certification improvement planning. Its advisory work spans leading frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, ISO 22301, ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 20000-1, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and CSA STAR, alongside penetration testing, digital forensics, and broader IT advisory services.
By pairing senior-led assessments with practical, evidence-based implementation, iExperts helps organizations protect sensitive data, satisfy auditors and regulators, and sustain compliance over time, without diverting leadership attention away from business growth.

Complementing its advisory practice, iExperts Academy extends the group's expertise into training and professional development, offering courses and certification learning paths across cybersecurity, cloud computing, data, information security management, IT management, privacy management, and AI. Delivered in partnership with globally recognized bodies such as CompTIA, ISACA, ISC2, PECB, EC-Council, and CSA, and supported by offices in London and Dubai, the Academy has trained more than 12,000 learners, helping professionals build the practical skills needed to support their organizations' compliance and security goals.

Learn more about us for Security and Compliance Services at www.iexperts.uk

For Training and Certification Programs, visit www.iexperts.academy 
For further information about Valu, please contact:

The Valu Public Relations Team 
publicrelations@efgholding.com

May El Gammal
Group Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
melgammal@efgholding.com

Omar Salama
Head of Communications
osalama@efgholding.com  

Note on Forward-Looking Statements:
In this press release, Valu may make forward-looking statements, including, for example, statements about management’s expectations, strategic objectives, growth opportunities, and business prospects. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts but instead represent only Valu’s belief regarding future events, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and are beyond management’s control and include, among others, financial market volatility; actions and initiatives taken by current and potential competitors; general economic conditions and the effect of current, pending, and future legislation, regulations and regulatory actions. Accordingly, the readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made.

For further information about iExperts, please contact:
For iExperts Services: 
Rawan Amr
Services and Compliance Business Developer
Rawan.Amr@iexperts.uk

For iExperts Academy:
Israa Salah
Training Business Developer
Israa.Salah@iexperts.uk