Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt has launched a Startup Charter outlining a five-year roadmap to support entrepreneurship, enable up to 5,000 startups, and create 500,000 jobs. The initiative focuses on regulatory clarity, financing access, and international expansion to strengthen Egypt’s innovation ecosystem and accelerate technology-driven economic growth.
Egypt has introduced a new telecom spectrum strategy backed by a $3.5 billion frequency deal, expanding capacity and strengthening 5G readiness. The initiative aims to improve service quality, support digital transformation, and position Egypt as a regional communications hub while meeting rising demand for data and advanced digital services.
du Pay and Esewa Money Transfer have partnered to enhance wallet-to-wallet remittances for Nepalese expatriates in the UAE, offering incentives to encourage digital transfers. The initiative aims to improve convenience, speed, and financial inclusion while supporting the growing adoption of fintech-based cross-border payment solutions.
Nepal Telecommunication Authority spent only 11 percent of its allocated budget in the first half of FY 2082/83, reflecting administrative bottlenecks and implementation delays. The low utilization rate raises concerns over slowed telecom infrastructure development and highlights the need for improved execution to support digital connectivity expansion.
Pakistan’s startup ecosystem has reached a $4 billion valuation, driven by growth in fintech, mobility, and enterprise technology sectors. Despite strong early-stage momentum and international investor interest, limited domestic growth capital continues to delay unicorn creation, highlighting the need for deeper funding and large-scale exits to sustain long-term expansion.
Pakistan’s telecom committee has recommended amendments to simplify Right of Way access and bring NTC under the SOEs framework, aiming to accelerate telecom infrastructure deployment and strengthen governance. The proposed changes introduce approval timelines, dispute resolution mechanisms, and regulatory reforms to support digital connectivity expansion.
India will host the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together global leaders and technology firms to advance cooperation on AI governance, innovation, and infrastructure. The summit highlights India’s ambition to lead inclusive AI development while showcasing indigenous AI models and practical applications across key economic sectors.
OmanSat-1 marks Oman’s entry into independent space communications, aiming to enhance digital sovereignty, secure critical services, and expand regional connectivity. The satellite will support broadband and institutional networks while strengthening the country’s position as a regional satellite operator and advancing long-term space sector development.
The UAE has deployed its first AI clinical intelligence platform across public hospitals, using an AI physician assistant to conduct pre-consultation interviews and reduce administrative workload for clinicians. The initiative supports digital healthcare transformation by improving workflow efficiency, clinical decision-making, and patient engagement through multilingual AI capabilities.
The UAE has partnered with Starlink to provide high-speed satellite internet to 100 remote schools, aiming to expand digital education access in underserved regions. The initiative uses satellite connectivity to overcome infrastructure challenges and supports inclusive, technology-driven learning through the Digital School program.