Tunisie Telecom, in partnership with Ericsson, has launched its NSA 5G services, using TDD spectrum to deliver multi-gigabit speeds. The 5G network leverages 3.5 GHz and refarmed 4G spectrum, with downlink speeds reaching 2.1 Gbps. The launch follows the company’s 5G licence approval in November 2024.
Maroc Telecom and Inwi have signed an expanded partnership to accelerate fibre optic and 5G deployment across Morocco. The agreement includes creating two joint ventures: FiberCo to expand fibre optic networks and TowerCo to build new towers. The first phase is valued at MAD4.4 billion ($457 million).
Jia Rong Low, Director General of APNIC, discussed Bangladesh’s digital transformation at APRICOT 2025 & APNIC 59. He highlighted the country’s rapid internet infrastructure growth, the need for greater participation from non-technical actors, and the challenges in IPv6 adoption. APNIC is committed to supporting Bangladesh’s internet development moving forward.
Algeria’s Minister of Higher Education, Kamel Baddari, launched three new digital platforms at CERIST in Algiers: a cloud computing system, a drone platform, and a business incubator. These initiatives aim to drive innovation, support startups, and enhance Algeria’s digital economy, with plans to expand to 100 startups annually by 2027.
Ekshef.com, Egypt’s leading doctor booking platform, celebrates its third anniversary, marking significant growth with over 11,000 certified physicians in major cities. Founded by Khaled Khamis, the platform connects patients with healthcare professionals, offering easy appointment booking and revolutionizing access to quality healthcare across the country.
Minister Prithvi Subba Gurung called for coordinated efforts under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology to achieve the Digital Nepal Framework’s goals. He emphasized expanding access to broadband, improving GIOMS, controlling advertisement leakage, and addressing the economic burden of local-level tax collection for mobile tower installations.
GITEX Africa 2025, held in Marrakech from April 14–16, will showcase AI’s impact on Africa’s healthcare, connectivity, and economic inclusion. The event includes the AI Everything conference and the SDG11 Challenge, focusing on AI-driven solutions for sustainable cities and communities across the continent.
Egypt’s Minister of Investment met with Samsung Egypt’s CEO to discuss expanding Samsung’s operations, including a mobile phone manufacturing facility in Beni Suef. The partnership aims to make Egypt a regional hub for electronics production and export, with plans to increase exports by 50%, contributing to job creation and economic growth.
The Algerian government has launched two initiatives: a 2025 unemployment grant to support job seekers and a digital platform called “Parents’ Space” to improve communication between parents and schools. These programs aim to enhance citizens’ welfare and modernize the education sector through clear registration guidelines and accessible services.
Telecom Egypt has partnered with Truecaller to improve customer communication and experience. The collaboration features Truecaller’s Verified Business Caller ID and Video Caller ID capabilities, enabling customers to easily recognize incoming calls and engage with customized videos. This partnership enhances security, trust, and personalization for Telecom Egypt’s users.
