March 2026 - Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa

Qatar’s Power International Holding to Expand in Kazakhstan’s Telecom and Energy Sectors

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Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Moutaz and Ramez Al-Khayyat of Qatar’s Power International Holding to discuss joint projects in energy and telecommunications. PIH plans to expand in Kazakhstan by acquiring Mobile Telecom Service (Tele2), aiming to modernize telecom infrastructure, improve service quality, and increase accessibility for citizens. Both sides committed to further investment cooperation.

Vodafone Oman Advances Digital Transformation with Red Hat OpenShift

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Vodafone Oman leverages Red Hat OpenShift to unify IT infrastructure, lower costs, improve 5G service delivery, and enable AI-driven operations, targeting full cloud-native workloads by 2028.

Oman Advances Digital Transformation with Launch of OTECH

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Oman has launched OTECH, a specialized technology company under Omantel, to drive digital transformation across government and private sectors. OTECH offers advanced solutions in cloud computing, AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and systems integration, while focusing on training Omani talent, localizing data, and strengthening national tech infrastructure. The initiative supports Oman’s goal to diversify its economy beyond oil, create high-quality jobs, and position the country as a regional digital hub.

Nepal Telecom launches CRBT to promote election integrity

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Nepal Telecom introduces election CRBT to educate voters on legal conduct, discouraging coercion or bribery, and guiding citizens to report violations. The effort supports fair elections and voter awareness.

MoneyHash and Wayl collaborate to expand digital payments in Iraq

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MoneyHash and Wayl partner to streamline access to Iraq’s digital payment ecosystem, integrating international and domestic payment methods. The initiative reduces operational and regulatory hurdles, enabling global and regional businesses to enter the Iraqi market efficiently.

Egypt’s Swypex simplifies SME financial management

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Swypex, an Egyptian fintech startup, provides SMEs with a unified platform for payments, invoicing, expense management, and corporate cards. The solution automates workflows, offers real-time tracking, and introduces approval-limit corporate cards, enhancing budget control and reducing administrative complexity.

Egypt signs telecom agreements to enhance mobile services and attract investment

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Egypt has signed telecom agreements between NTRA, Telecom Egypt, and e& Egypt to boost mobile service quality and attract investment. The initiative strengthens ICT cooperation, supports digital infrastructure growth, and enhances services for citizens across the country.

Grameenphone and Proton launch 4G Cloud Phone in Bangladesh

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Grameenphone and Proton introduced the Proton Jet 4G Cloud Phone in Bangladesh, offering built-in MyGP, CloudChat video calls, and easy internet access. Launch buyers receive 1GB free internet for seven days, promoting connectivity and access to digital services.

Bangladesh to provide free Wi-Fi at airports, railway stations, and high-speed vehicles

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Bangladesh plans to provide free Wi-Fi at airports, railway stations, and high-speed vehicles to enhance connectivity and support ICT sector growth. The move aligns with the government’s vision for broader internet access, digital modernization, and employment generation in technology fields.

BENEFIT launches Digital Direct Debit via BenefitPay to advance Bahrain’s FinTech

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BENEFIT has rolled out a Digital Direct Debit service via BenefitPay, streamlining recurring payments in Bahrain. The solution enhances security, automates collections, supports ERP integration, and promotes a paperless payment model, advancing the Kingdom’s digital payments ecosystem and FinTech innovation.

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