Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PTCL’s acquisition of Telenor Pakistan is in its final regulatory stage, with PTA expected to issue the NOC by the end of November. With CCP conditions already in place and further approvals pending from SBP and SECP, the merger is poised to reshape Pakistan’s telecom market ahead of the critical 2026 5G auction.
Ooredoo Oman is marking National Day with a customer-friendly promotion that automatically enters all existing and new Manzili Home Internet users into a draw for a high-speed WiFi Mesh device. The offer enhances whole-home coverage and stands out as a practical, festive incentive in a market filled with standard promotions.
Nepal is closer to a long-awaited 5G auction after the regulator sent the proposal to the ministry for approval. While Nepal Telecom and Ncell prepare their rollout strategies, uncertainties persist around investment, spectrum pricing and geopolitical speculation. Experts warn Nepal risks falling behind as AI adoption rises and future devices phase out 4G support.
Morocco has approved a refreshed roadmap and budget to accelerate its Digital Morocco 2030 strategy, supporting e-government upgrades, stronger digital services, and major telecom investments. With $1.1 billion in state funding and $8 billion from operators for 5G rollout, the country aims to reach 85% 5G coverage and enter the UN top-50 digital rankings by 2030.
Orange Morocco has opened a 1.5 MW solar-powered data center in Casablanca, supporting national goals for digital sovereignty and expanding hosting, cloud, AI, and cybersecurity capacity. Built to Uptime standards, the facility strengthens enterprise and government services while advancing Morocco’s digital ambitions under the Maroc Digital 2030 strategy.
Orange Jordan participated in the C8 2025 Cybersecurity Conference under the patronage of HRH Crown Prince Hussein, showcasing advanced digital security solutions and reinforcing its role as a responsible leader in secure digital transformation. The company emphasized national partnerships, innovation, and its commitment to strengthening Jordan’s cybersecurity ecosystem and digital economy.
Mashreq has launched NEO in Pakistan, the country’s first Islamic-first fully digital banking platform offering instant onboarding, high-profit Shariah accounts, free digital transactions, and secure app-based services for both residents and NRPs. Built on cloud infrastructure, it supports Pakistan’s vision for financial inclusion and digital modernization.
Egypt’s exports of mobile phones and components jumped from $129,000 in 2019 to $12 million in 2024, driven by the Egypt Makes Electronics programme and a suite of tax, customs, and regulatory incentives. With 15 brands producing locally and capacity of 20 million units annually, Egypt is fast emerging as a regional smartphone manufacturing hub.
Orange Egypt and the Public Prosecution have launched a major digital services platform within the My Orange app, enabling citizens to access legal and governmental services—including traffic, family, and criminal cases—entirely online. Users can submit requests, pay fees, track updates, and receive documents digitally, supporting Egypt’s national digital-government vision.
Orange Egypt and Qilaa International Group have partnered to create WTour, a fully integrated digital tourism platform aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030. The platform streamlines trip planning, bookings, and digital exploration while leveraging Orange’s connectivity and Qilaa’s content leadership. The initiative aims to modernize Egypt’s tourism ecosystem, enhance visitor experiences, and support national smart-tourism goals.