TechnoServe and Millers for Nutrition hosted a workshop in Dhaka to promote fortified wheat flour as a cost-effective solution to micronutrient deficiencies in Bangladesh, emphasizing public-private partnerships and regulatory support to scale food fortification and improve public health outcomes.
EBRD and Banque Misr provide $80 million loan to Orange Egypt for 5G rollout, enhancing network speed and sustainability with a 1.7 million tonne CO2 reduction. This supports Egypt’s digital transformation and economic growth, highlighting a strong international partnership in the telecom sector.
44 new telecom towers approved to improve connectivity in remote Paktika, raising total towers to 73 and expanding telecom services for local residents.
Egypt led North Africa’s smartphone market in Q1 2025 with 34% growth, while Africa’s overall shipments rose 6%. South Africa and Algeria showed strong gains, though Nigeria’s market contracted. Brands like Samsung and Xiaomi drove growth amid economic challenges and cautious consumer spending.
General Assembly Bahrain and KPMG Bahrain have signed a strategic MoU to develop a strong tech talent pipeline and accelerate digital transformation. The partnership includes specialized training programs and highlights successful hiring of GA graduates from diverse backgrounds, supporting Bahrain’s vision for a skilled, knowledge-based economy.
Zain KSA has finalized preparations for Hajj 1446H with an AI-driven 5G network and expanded field teams, including 50% women representatives. Enhanced multilingual support, increased points of sale, and 24/7 booths ensure pilgrims receive seamless connectivity and assistance across all holy sites.
Bahrain’s Ministry of Sustainable Development, in partnership with ITU and the UN, conducted a virtual workshop to enhance methodologies for calculating and reporting SDG indicators focused on digital connectivity. The initiative aims to improve data quality, support policymaking, and advance Bahrain’s progress toward bridging the digital divide.
Algeria Telecom has launched an online survey to identify areas lacking fibre connectivity ahead of its 2026 FTTH expansion. With over 2 million subscribers, fibre still covers only 27% of households. The survey will help prioritize network growth based on citizen feedback and regional needs.
Syria’s Minister of Communication and Information Technology, Abdul Salam Haykal, met with Jordanian business leaders to discuss boosting cooperation in telecom, IT, and postal sectors. Both sides highlighted opportunities in infrastructure rehabilitation, digital technology, and affordable service delivery to enhance regional connectivity and innovation.
Alghanim Industries partners with SpaceX Starlink to become a global reseller, launching Sama X to deliver high-speed, low-latency satellite internet across MENA, India, and beyond. This collaboration aims to break connectivity barriers and drive digital inclusion in sectors like education, healthcare, maritime, and telecommunications.
