The TRA’s new regulations aim to empower SMEs by simplifying the import and approval processes for telecommunications devices, including renewable type approval certificates and special procedures for SMEs. The amendments create a flexible regulatory environment to keep pace with market developments.
Libya, Morocco, and Seychelles lead Africa in ICT development, as per the ITU’s 2024 report. Despite improvements across the continent, disparities remain, with Libya scoring 88.1 points and Chad at the bottom with 21.3 points.
Ooredoo celebrated National Children’s Day by launching initiatives to support children, including events, financial contributions, and gift distributions. The mobile operator’s efforts underscore its commitment to children’s welfare and community spirit.
Tech leaders met in Ras Al Khaimah for the ‘Re: Sustainable IT Summit’ to discuss sustainable hardware practices. Organized by Circular Computing, the event emphasized remanufacturing as key to reducing e-waste and CO2 emissions. Circular Computing’s $33 million contract with the Irish Government underscores the viability of sustainable IT solutions.
Ooredoo reported a 9% revenue growth in H1 2024, reaching KD346 million ($1.1 billion), driven by strong performance in Kuwait, Maldives, Tunisia, and Algeria. Customer base increased by 4% to 25.5 million, and EBITDA grew by 8% to KD125 million. Net profit attributable to NMTC decreased to KD25 million due to a one-time gain in H1 2023.
Egypt plans to boost its ICT sector’s contribution to GDP from 5.8% to 8% by 2030. Minister Amr Talaat emphasized strategic collaborations and investments in submarine cables, cloud computing, and local mobile manufacturing. Initiatives include training programs for 500,000 ICT professionals annually, expanding digital innovation centers, and enhancing digital infrastructure, including broadband coverage and fiber optic networks, to support these goals.
In collaboration with the Communications Regulatory Authority, Huawei has launched the eighth edition of the ‘Seeds for the Future’ programme in Qatar. The initiative aims to develop ICT skills among Qatari youth, selecting 10 elite students to participate in a regional programme in Uzbekistan, fostering innovation and cross-cultural exchange.
Dopay secures $13.5M to expand its digital payroll platform for unbanked workers in Egypt, aiming to enhance financial inclusion and launch new services.
Egypt is set to revolutionize its mobile telecom sector with e-SIM technology and its first 5G network, promising enhanced connectivity, competition, and affordability.
The Coding Academies by Orange Jordan represent an important educational space that are aimed at enhancing young women and men’s programming skills being one of the most pivotal required pillars of the accelerating digital world.
