Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Madica has invested $200K each in Tunisia’s Anavid and Morocco’s Hypeo AI, extending support for early-stage African innovators and promoting inclusive, AI-driven entrepreneurship across the continent.
Primark has opened its first Middle East store in Kuwait through a partnership with Alshaya Group, marking its 18th international market. The expansion will continue into Dubai in 2026 with three new stores planned.
Amazon is accelerating warehouse automation with AI-powered robots like Blue Jay and Vulcan, streamlining fulfillment while raising fresh debate on the future of warehouse labor and job creation.
Jordan’s ASEZA has partnered with PetraRide to launch Aqaba’s first smart transportation system, integrating digital tracking, payments, and feedback features to enhance mobility, reduce congestion, and advance the city’s smart urban transformation goals.
Bosta and e& have formed a landmark partnership at GITEX Dubai 2025 to integrate logistics and digital payments in Egypt, empowering merchants through faster cash cycles, fintech inclusion, and seamless delivery innovation.
Egypt’s Accountability State Authority will unveil its national vision for integrating AI into public auditing at INCOSAI 2025 in Sharm El-Sheikh, emphasizing hybrid auditing, auditor training, and AI ethics to boost global transparency and accountability.
Egypt’s Ministry of Education, UNICEF, and Akelius have launched a two-year partnership to expand digital and inclusive education for 7,500 children. The initiative will train 450 teachers, upgrade learning spaces, and integrate the Akelius digital language app across Egypt.
Mobily’s Red Sea Cable partnership with Power Sub Link marks Saudi Arabia’s first fully owned subsea system, linking Duba and Sharm El-Sheikh to enhance regional data connectivity. The project supports Vision 2030 and strengthens the Kingdom’s position as a global digital hub.
Egypt and the UAE have formalized a cybersecurity partnership during GITEX 2025, focusing on protecting critical infrastructure, improving risk management, and boosting regional digital resilience under Egypt’s 2023–2027 cybersecurity strategy.
The 4th African Startup Conference will gather 200 startups in Algiers this December, highlighting Algeria’s innovation leadership and startup financing reforms. Backed by President Tebboune, the event aims to attract investors and strengthen Africa’s entrepreneurial cooperation.