Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal Telecom reported a nearly 13% profit decline despite modest operating income growth, as rising OTT service usage continues to reduce traditional telecom revenues, pushing the operator to focus on data services, broadband expansion, and new digital business models to remain competitive.
Morocco has launched the Idarati X.0 platform to unify access to public services through a secure digital wallet and single interface, supporting administrative modernisation, data protection, and citizen-centric digital government services across the country.
KUWAIT — Zain Group hosted a workshop titled “AI in Action: Smarter Network Operations” at its headquarters in Kuwait, showcasing…
KEMS Zajil Telecom and Huawei are collaborating to launch next-generation cloud services in Kuwait, focusing on secure, compliant, and scalable cloud infrastructure to support enterprise digital transformation, AI adoption, and sovereign data requirements across the country.
The World Bank has disbursed $152 million for Jordan’s Human-Centered Digital Government programme, supporting digital public services, expanded digital ID adoption, healthcare digitisation, and improved transparency as part of the country’s broader public sector modernisation and digital transformation strategy.
Jordan has established a national inter-agency framework led by the TRC to protect minors from digital risks through coordinated regulation, education, and cybersecurity initiatives, promoting responsible digital citizenship while strengthening online safety across the country.
Huawei and Axian Telecom have signed an MoU to strengthen Africa’s digital ecosystem through cooperation in connectivity, digital finance, and AI-driven network operations, supporting infrastructure modernisation, service expansion, and inclusive digital growth across regional markets.
T964 and Nokia have partnered to modernise Iraq’s digital infrastructure through enterprise networks, data centres, international fibre connectivity, and FTTH expansion, positioning the country as a regional data corridor while supporting digital transformation and broader economic growth.
Wood Mackenzie analysts say the MENA region is rapidly emerging as a global solar hub, with solar capacity projected to reach 140GW by 2030 and manufacturing capacity expanding as countries invest in domestic supply chains to support large-scale renewable energy growth.
UNDP Egypt and GSMA have launched an AI capacity-building programme for policymakers to strengthen governance frameworks, promote responsible AI adoption, and support digital transformation through regional collaboration and practical policy tools aligned with global best practices.