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
Kacific, PTCL, and Telco Integrators partner to expand satellite broadband in Pakistan, leveraging combined infrastructure and expertise to bridge the digital divide in remote areas and empower communities.
Algeria introduced 40 new digital vocational training programs to address the skills gap and support the country’s digital transformation. Developed with educators and tech partners, the programs aim to enhance employability and innovation among Algerian youth.
Algiers hosted the 4th Arab Forum for Equality, focusing on advancing gender equality, social inclusion, and human rights across Arab nations. The event emphasized regional cooperation, legal reform, and civil society’s role in achieving inclusive development aligned with SDG 5.
Omantel and FiberHome have launched a joint R&D centre to advance next-generation fibre networks, successfully trialing 50GPON technology at 50 Gbps speeds. The initiative supports Oman’s digital economy through innovations in smart cities, AI, and Industry 4.0.
Morocco’s telecom regulator has approved joint ventures between Maroc Telecom and Inwi for fiber optic and tower infrastructure sharing. The move aims to boost FTTH coverage and rationalize network deployment while enforcing strict competition safeguards.
Robi Axiata’s Axentec launched Bangladesh’s first Tier-IV cloud platform, offering local enterprises data sovereignty, robust AI-ready infrastructure, and BDT-based pricing. The service is hosted in Jashore and Bhulta, designed to support key sectors and national data compliance.
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GO Telecom completed a SAR 86.7 million acquisition of a 51% stake in Ejad Tech, enhancing its IT services and digital transformation capabilities as part of its business expansion strategy.
Kazakhstan plans to connect nearly all rural settlements to high-speed internet by 2027 via fiber-optic and satellite infrastructure, backed by a $470 million investment. This expansion aims to enhance education, healthcare, and economic opportunities in remote areas.