Pakistan confirms 5G launch on Eid
Pakistan will launch 5G services around Eid, starting in major cities and expanding nationwide as part of its digital infrastructure push.
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Kuwait launches trial of mobile emergency alert system
Kuwait is testing a new mobile alert system to improve emergency communication, initially launching on Android and Huawei devices with plans for broader rollout.
Vodafone Egypt and TapTap Send Launch Cross-Border Transfers to Vodafone Cash Wallets
Vodafone Egypt and TapTap Send enable instant cross-border transfers to mobile wallets, boosting financial inclusion and digital remittance adoption.
Egypt eyes $1 bln data centre, green hydrogen facility with Renergy Group
Egypt is exploring a $1 billion data centre and green hydrogen project to boost its position as a regional hub for digital infrastructure and clean energy.
Govt to focus on ICT as foundation for future growth
Bangladesh is prioritizing telecom and ICT as core growth drivers, focusing on connectivity, investment, and AI readiness for long-term development.
Syrian proptech Miftah raises pre-seed round
Miftah raises pre-seed funding to launch a verified, data-driven real estate platform aimed at improving transparency in سوريا’s property market.
Algeria’s Yassir expands into adtech with Kawarizmi acquisition
Yassir acquires Kawarizmi to build a data-driven adtech ecosystem, expanding beyond super app services into retail media and programmatic advertising.
Sudan to enable USSD-based financial services for wider inclusion
Sudan is introducing USSD-based banking services to expand financial access, especially for users without reliable internet or smartphones.
Bangladesh risks telecom revenue and regional alignment by opening full 6 GHz band
Bangladesh’s move to open the full 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi could boost connectivity but risks telecom revenue loss and regional misalignment.
Liberia: LTA Launches Consumer Month, Reaffirms Regulatory Mandate
Liberia’s telecom regulator has launched a month-long campaign to raise awareness of consumer rights, improve service standards, and strengthen trust in the sector.