Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
BIGTECH 2024, held at the Kram Exhibition Centre, gathers 1,000 startups and companies to position Tunisia as a technology hub in Africa. The event promotes innovation, AI, IoT, and digital transformation, supported by government initiatives in digital infrastructure, entrepreneurship, and the simplification of administrative procedures.
Tunisia’s Ministry of Communication Technologies has launched a tender for 5G network licenses as part of a national digital development strategy. Interested operators must submit bids by September 2, 2024. The initiative aims to enhance digital infrastructure and expand broadband coverage, supporting the country’s digital growth and connectivity goals.
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Abdullah bin Amer Al-Sawah, launched the “National Internet Switchboard” in Riyadh to enhance internet quality. This initiative, part of the National Transformation Program 2020, aims to activate digital services and boost information security, supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals.
Oman has achieved significant progress in government digital transformation from 2021-2023, focusing on digital services, infrastructure projects, and community participation. Key initiatives include the Manjam Laboratories for simplifying procedures and a unified national portal for electronic services, enhancing efficiency and attracting foreign investments.