Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Hutch Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Ceylon Waste Management, has introduced e-waste collection stations at its flagship store and brand shops. Customers can recycle old mobile phones and batteries in exchange for rewards, promoting responsible disposal and reducing electronic waste’s environmental impact.
Ooredoo is the Official Telecom Sponsor of the Qatar TotalEnergies Open 2025, a WTA 1000 event featuring top women’s tennis players like Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Świątek. The tournament offers a $3.65 million prize pool and strengthens Qatar’s position as a global sports hub, with tickets starting from QR30.
Zain has partnered with the Kuwait CyberChamps Competition to enhance digital skills among middle and high school students. The collaboration focuses on cybersecurity awareness and STEM education, aiming to develop the next generation of skilled youth. The initiative is part of Zain’s broader commitment to fostering digital transformation and youth empowerment.
Hutch Sri Lanka has partnered with Ceylon Waste Management to launch an e-waste recycling initiative. Customers can recycle mobile phones and batteries at collection stations in Hutch stores and earn rewards such as data and talk time. This initiative promotes sustainability and responsible disposal of electronic waste.
Orange Jordan celebrated the graduation of over 120 students from its Coding Academy, part of a collaboration with Proparco. The initiative, aimed at empowering youth in four Jordanian governorates, enhances digital skills to meet job market needs. Proparco contributed €1 million to support the program and promote digital inclusion.
Zong 4G partnered with Waste Hero for environmental initiatives, including waste management activities and workshops on recycling and e-waste disposal. The company aims to promote sustainability through education and collective action, with events targeting students, professionals, and employees, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility in Pakistan.
Zong 4G partnered with Waste Hero to host eco-friendly events promoting waste management and environmental sustainability in Pakistan. Key activities included educational sessions, workshops on e-waste management, and a clean-up hike. Zong 4G continues to lead in integrating green practices to reduce its carbon footprint and encourage environmental responsibility.
Terna has opened its first Innovation Zone in Tunisia, aimed at fostering energy sector innovation and supporting Tunisian startups. The hub will provide training and resources to enhance Tunisia’s digital and energy transitions. The initiative is part of the Elmed project, strengthening energy ties between Europe and Africa.
Banglalink celebrated its 20th anniversary in Dhaka, highlighting its role in shaping Bangladesh’s digital future. The event focused on the company’s transformative impact and its commitment to leading the country into an AI-driven, digitally inclusive future, with a roadmap for continued innovation in telecommunications.
Dialog Axiata has partnered with EcoMatcher to launch Sri Lanka’s first tech-driven tree-planting platform, allowing individuals and businesses to contribute to reforestation and carbon offset efforts. Users can track the growth of their trees and monitor their impact through EcoMatcher’s transparent, digital platform.