Onda, a South Korean AI-driven hospitality tech company, has partnered with UAE-based Seed Group to expand into the Middle East. The company aims to complete SaaS localization testing by mid-2025 and strengthen its presence through marketing strategies and partnerships, showcasing its digital transformation technologies at regional industry events.
The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has announced the allocation of the 600 MHz spectrum to IMT systems, marking a significant step for 5G expansion. This move will enhance coverage, improve connectivity in rural areas, and foster innovation in mobile AI, IoT, and smart cities.
Qatar’s MCIT has launched an initiative to develop a skilled workforce, focusing on digital skills through a dedicated working group. The program addresses the growing demand for expertise in emerging technologies, aligning with the nation’s goals for economic diversification, innovation, and sustainability in the digital economy.
Pakistan’s telecom sector generated Rs2.521 trillion in revenue over the past decade, with major operators contributing Rs763.81 billion in taxes. Jazz led the industry, followed by Zong and Nayatel, underscoring the sector’s crucial role in supporting the economy through substantial tax contributions and meeting the country’s communication needs.
The Omani government has launched a six-week campaign to encourage public use of digital services, aiming to improve digital literacy and enhance access to online government services. The initiative seeks to simplify services, reduce administrative burdens, and foster greater digital engagement as part of the country’s digital transformation.
Jordan, represented by TRC Chairman Bassam Al Sarhan, has been elected to lead the Euro-Mediterranean Group of Telecommunications Regulators (EMERG) for 2025-2026. This achievement underscores Jordan’s growing role in global telecom leadership, emphasizing collaboration, regulatory frameworks, and harmonization in the telecommunications sector across Mediterranean countries.
Orange Egypt won the Excellence Award for “Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative” at the 2024 Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit. The award recognizes the company’s dedication to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, alongside its innovative sustainability efforts in energy conservation, recycling, and promoting renewable energy.
Huawei has successfully completed the DigiSchool 2024 project, providing Moroccan students and teachers with essential digital skills in AI, VR, coding, and more. The initiative, part of Huawei’s TECH4ALL program, involved teacher training, hackathons, and bootcamps, contributing to Morocco’s education reform and digital inclusion efforts.
The Paktika Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Technology has installed 35 new telecommunication towers, enhancing coverage across the province. This project, worth 440 million Afghanis, resolves 90% of regional telecommunication issues. Future plans include expanding services in the province and preparing sites for 3G services by 1404 solar year.
Algeria will launch the “DZ MOB PAY” mobile payment system in January 2025, enabling secure smartphone transactions. The platform aims to boost financial inclusion and digitalization, offering free and user-friendly services. With key institutions leading the initiative, it marks a pivotal step in Algeria’s digital payment ecosystem.
