Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Groundbreaking partnership transforms pitch renovation program into comprehensive talent development platform, offering long-term support for promising U12–15 players across African…
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, December 30, 2025/ — By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org/). A quarter of the…
Superchat has launched Shop Anything, a WhatsApp-based feature that lets users search, compare, and buy products from any online store through a single chat. The launch reflects the UAE’s shift toward conversational, AI-driven commerce.
du has partnered with Huawei to deploy the UAE’s first customized multi-band indoor 5G base station, integrating 3G, 4G, and 5G into a single unit. The solution enhances indoor coverage, improves efficiency, and supports du’s 5G-Advanced and sustainability goals.
Qatar is embedding artificial intelligence across government services and national programs under its Digital Agenda 2030. Through coordinated policy, infrastructure investment, and applied AI projects, the country is strengthening efficiency, innovation, and its position as a regional technology hub.
DIB Pakistan has partnered with Zindigi to offer a Shariah-compliant current account operated directly through the Zindigi app. The collaboration aims to expand digital banking access, enhance financial inclusion, and support the growth of Islamic fintech services in Pakistan.
Mobile apps accounted for 81 percent of Pakistan’s digital transactions in FY2024–25, as digital payments surpassed Rs. 55 trillion in value. Strong growth was also recorded in Raast payments, card usage, and digital banking, highlighting the country’s accelerating shift toward mobile-led financial services.
Pakistan will host a national AI conference in early 2026 to strengthen its artificial intelligence ecosystem and promote emerging technologies. The event will convene startups, researchers, policymakers, and investors to discuss AI applications, innovation challenges, and responsible adoption across key sectors of the economy.
Oman is advancing clean energy and electric vehicle technologies to cut emissions, diversify energy sources, and support sustainable economic growth. The strategy includes renewable energy investments, EV infrastructure development, and regulatory reforms aligned with national climate goals.
Oman Broadband plans to connect one million homes to fiber-optic internet within three years, building on coverage of over 926,000 units by end-2025. The expansion supports Oman’s digital economy, smart city development, and improved public services nationwide.