Ai Everything MEA Egypt 2026 to address AI use in cybersecurity
Participating companies include Fortinet and Sangfor Technologies, both known for AI-driven cybersecurity solutions spanning network, cloud, and enterprise protection.
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Egypt moves to shield kids from harmful content online
Officials agreed on the urgent need for comprehensive legislation and the formation of a national committee to oversee implementation with clear timelines, positioning Egypt alongside countries that are strengthening online safety laws for minors.
Octane launches O-Tolls, Egypt’s first digital toll and truck-weighing payment solution
Backed by Elsewedy Group, Algebra Ventures, and El Shorouk, Octane processed over EGP 13 billion in digital transactions in 2025, serving more than 3,000 clients and managing consumption across 270,000 vehicles.
Healthtech DZDOC connects Algerian patients and doctors online
The platform demonstrates how locally built digital health solutions can bridge accessibility gaps by connecting medical demand and supply in markets where healthcare delivery still depends heavily on face-to-face interaction.
North Africa’s 5G sprint is creating a Mediterranean connectivity arc
Experts note that while other African markets can learn from the model, replicating it requires coordinated spectrum policy, device affordability, reliable power, and upfront capital. GSMA Intelligence projects that by 2030, 5G could account for more than 20% of Africa’s mobile connections, reaching nearly 390 million users.
Ooredoo Group partners with Polystar to deploy unified analytics across mobile and fixed networks
The company expects to realise early operational gains as the deployment progresses, reinforcing the value of consolidating analytics and intelligence into a single, scalable platform.
Algeria and Nigeria aim to expand satcoms capabilities
Together, the moves highlight a growing continental recognition that satellite capability is central to digital sovereignty, resilience, and long-term infrastructure planning.
Skylo and Vodafone IoT to offer NTN NB-IoT satellite connectivity
Skylo’s network is 3GPP-compliant and integrates directly with existing chipsets, modules, and operating systems, supported by a certified global hardware ecosystem. The companies say the trial phase will pave the way for a full commercial rollout, demonstrating that standards-based “anywhere connectivity” is ready for global scale.
Saudi Water Authority, IBM launch AI-powered Digital H2O platform
Saudi Water Authority and IBM launched the AI-powered H2O Platform using generative AI and hybrid cloud to unify water data, enable predictive management, and introduce intelligent assistants for both officials and citizens, supporting Vision 2030 and sustainable resource optimisation.
IFZA forges ties with IHC unit to advance AI-driven digital services
IFZA and Aleria signed an MoU at WEF Davos to integrate enterprise-grade, sovereign AI into free zone operations, aiming to enhance governance, decision-making, and digital services through advanced data pipelines and secure intelligence platforms.