Huawei’s Digital Morocco Summit in Marrakech brought together over 200 leaders to discuss AI and digital transformation under the theme “Amplify Intelligence: Shaping the Future with Digital Morocco 2030.” The summit featured key speakers from government, industry, and academia, addressing AI’s impact on various sectors in Morocco’s digital future.
Maroc Telecom reported a 5.9% profit drop in Q1, driven by declining revenue in Morocco, while its African subsidiaries saw growth. The company also announced a partnership with Inwi to roll out a 5G network in Morocco with a joint investment of 4.4 billion dirhams over three years.
Morocco will launch 5G mobile technology in November, ahead of the African Cup of Nations. The government aims to provide 5G access to 25% of the population by 2025, expanding to 70% by 2030. The deployment will prioritize urban centers, economic zones, and industries, enhancing connectivity across key sectors.
Maroc Telecom has partnered with Visa to enhance digital payments and financial inclusion in Morocco and across Africa. The collaboration integrates Visa services with MT Cash, Maroc Telecom’s mobile money solution, aiming to expand digital financial services and support Africa’s digital transformation.
Lebanon’s high-level roundtable on digital learning, organized by UNESCO, MEHE, and CRDP, aimed to enhance digital education in the country. Key discussions focused on blended learning during COVID-19 and the development of a National Digital Learning Strategy. The initiative aims to improve Lebanon’s education system with a focus on innovation and inclusivity.
LEAN has partnered with Lenovo to build a cutting-edge cloud infrastructure in Kuwait, enabling local businesses to benefit from reliable, locally hosted cloud services. The integration of Lenovo’s ThinkSystem servers and VMware solutions has led to zero downtime, cost savings, and SLA-backed performance guarantees for LEAN’s clients.
The Global Data & AI Virtual Tech Conference 2025, organized by Jordan’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, focuses on advancing AI in education, public services, and institutional innovation. The event highlights Jordan’s commitment to digital transformation, backed by strategic policies and projects to foster a robust digital economy and efficient governance.
Orange Jordan has launched new “Ma’ak” mobile plans with all-free 5G services for subscribers, marking a milestone in digital innovation. The company also relaunched its loyalty program, now called “Max it Rewards,” offering exclusive benefits. These moves reinforce Orange Jordan’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and embracing digital transformation.
Dr. Amr Talaat, Egypt’s Minister of Communications, held key meetings in Dubai to discuss international partnerships with companies like Honor, Atos, and Mashreq Group. The discussions focus on boosting Egypt’s tech sector through local manufacturing, investment, and technological collaboration, with strong ties to China contributing to economic growth.
Commercial International Bank – Egypt (CIB) has launched an upgraded internet banking platform, offering a seamless digital experience for customers to manage accounts and perform transactions directly via web browsers. The platform supports various banking services and reflects CIB’s commitment to digital innovation, financial inclusion, and customer-centric solutions.
