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Faria Education Group and Aafaq Publishing & Distribution Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen K-12 Education Across Kuwait and the GCC

April 16, 2026

Dubai & Kuwait, 25 February 2026:

Faria Education Group, a global leader in international K-12 education systems and services,and Aafaq Publishing & Distribution, one of the region’s leading education providers anddistributors, today announced a strategic partnership to support K-12 schools across Kuwaitand the wider GCC in advancing their digital transformation initiatives.

Through a comprehensive suite of solutions spanning the full school lifecycle, Faria Education Group supports over 10,000 schools and 4 million students across 155 countries worldwide. From admissions and curriculum planning to school-to-home communication, online learning, extra-curricular management, and student progression, Faria’s platforms enable schools to operate more efficiently while enhancing teaching and learning outcomes.

Aafaq Publishing & Distribution is one of Kuwait’s largest education-focused organizations, with nearly two decades of experience supporting schools through the supply of curriculum resources, digital solutions, and educational materials. With strong relationships across the K-12 sector and partnerships with leading global publishers and education providers, Aafaqplays a key role in enabling schools to access high-quality learning resources.

Through this partnership, K-12 schools across Kuwait and the GCC will gain access to Faria’s integrated education platforms, supported by Aafaq’s deep market expertise, established school network, and on-the-ground implementation capabilities. The collaboration aims to strengthen academic delivery, streamline school operations, and support leadership teams in adopting scalable, future-ready education systems.

Supporting Digital Transformation in K-12 Education

Across the GCC, K-12 schools are increasingly focused on delivering high-quality academic programs while modernizing administrative processes and improving engagement with students and parents. As schools expand international curricula and adopt digital learning environments, the need for connected, end-to-end school systems has become critical. By combining Faria’s globally trusted platforms with Aafaq’s strong regional presence and distribution capabilities, the partnership provides schools with a unified ecosystem that supports teaching excellence, operational efficiency, and long-term institutional growth.

Leadership Commentary

Oleg Figlin, CEO of Faria Education Group, commented:

“We are very pleased to partner with Aafaq Publishing & Distribution, a well-established and trusted organization in Kuwait and the wider GCC. Their strong relationships with schools and deep understanding of the local market make them an ideal partner to support the adoption of Faria’s solutions across the region.
Through this collaboration, schools will be able to leverage Faria’s integrated platforms to improve key areas such as admissions, curriculum planning, communication, and overall school operations. By working closely with Aafaq, we aim to support schools in implementing practical, scalable solutions that enhance both academic outcomes and day-to-day efficiency for educators and leadership teams.”

Yosef Smyth, Commercial Manager, Aafaq Publishing & Distribution, added:

“We are incredibly proud to partner with Faria Education Group, whose products perfectly align with our mission to bring premier digital solutions to Kuwait and the wider region. Whether a school follows an American, British, IB, Bilingual, or Government curriculum, Faria tools can help it improve across the board: academically, operationally and commercially. By integrating Faria’s expertise, we are excited to help schools implement new technology to ultimately improve the educational experience for educators, students, and parents alike.”

About Aafaq Publishing & Distribution

Aafaq Publishing & Distribution is a leading education provider in Kuwait and the GCC, specializing in serving K-12 schools through the distribution of curriculum resources, digital solutions, and educational materials.

With a strong presence across Kuwait and Qatar, Aafaq works closely with schools to deliver high-quality learning resources and maintains partnerships with leading global publishers such as Oxford University Press, Cambridge University Press, Wiley, and Pearson.

For more information, please visit: Aafaq Distribution Company.

About Faria Education Group

Founded in 2006, Faria Education Group is a global provider of technology and services for international schools. Its platforms support learning, admissions, school-to-home communication, online courses, and student progression.

Faria supports more than 10,000 schools and 4 million students across 155 countries.

For more information, visit www.faria.org.

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