The National Health Insurance Company – Daman, a subsidiary of the PureHealth Group, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has received three prestigious honours at the third edition of the Nafis Programme for 2024–2025.
The recognition highlights Daman’s continued commitment to advancing Emiratisation and empowering national talent within the insurance sector.
Daman secured first place in the “Efforts Supporting Emiratisation” category for the insurance sector, acknowledging its exceptional initiatives to increase Emirati participation and expand employment opportunities for UAE nationals across various departments and specialised roles.
The company also earned the Diamond Category award, celebrating its success in nurturing national talent, enhancing skills, and developing leadership capabilities—further cementing its reputation as a leading supporter of Emirati employment in the private sector.
In the individual category, Esraa Alsaadi, one of Daman’s outstanding employees, achieved first place in the insurance sector category for her dedication, performance excellence, and contributions to advancing Emiratisation and organisational growth.
Shaista Asif, Group Chief Executive Officer, PureHealth, said, “We are proud to see Daman win the Nafis Awards for the second consecutive year. These recognitions reflect Daman’s success and serve as a testament to PureHealth Group’s unwavering commitment to investing in national talent and preparing a generation of Emirati leaders who will shape the future of the UAE’s healthcare and insurance sectors. We take pride in this renewed achievement, which stands as a model for advancing Emiratisation and creating meaningful, long-term career opportunities for UAE Nationals in the private sector.”
Khaled Ateeq Aldhaheri, CEO of The National Insurance Company – Daman, said, “We are honoured to receive this recognition once again from the Nafis Programme, which reflects our unwavering commitment to empowering national talent and enhancing their role in the insurance sector. Through quality initiatives and comprehensive development programmes, we have fostered a work environment that nurtures Emirati professionals and provides them with opportunities to grow. This accomplishment aligns with the aspirations of our leadership, contributing to the objectives of the Nafis Programme and the UAE Centennial 2071.”
Aldhaheri added, “This achievement is part of Daman’s ongoing journey to support national priorities by empowering Emiratis to thrive and lead within our organisation. It reflects our strategic commitment to excellence, and presents a role model in the private sector at the local and regional levels.”
(Inputs from WAM)
