Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The UNDP has signed a two-year cooperation deal with Algeria’s High Commission for Digitalization to support digital policy reform, training, and innovation. The project will modernize public services, boost connectivity, and advance Algeria’s goal of digital sovereignty.
Thunes and Ecobank have joined forces to enable instant cross-border payments across Sub-Saharan Africa. The partnership integrates banking and fintech systems across 32 countries, enhancing liquidity access, financial inclusion, and regional participation in Africa’s expanding digital economy.
Beyon has submitted the $1.5bn Digital City Bahrain master plan to the UPDA, marking a key milestone in developing a smart, sustainable urban hub for innovation and technology. The project aligns with Bahrain’s National Urban Development Strategy and its transition to a knowledge-based economy.
The Euronews Academy Bootcamp in Doha equipped Qatar University students with practical training in mobile journalism, storytelling, and digital engagement — a collaboration between Media City Qatar, Euronews, and QU supporting Qatar’s Vision 2030 for media excellence.
ORA Technologies’ acquisition of Cathedis, in partnership with Azur Innovation Management, marks Morocco’s first locally financed startup consolidation. The move unifies payments, e-commerce, and logistics under ORA’s platform, strengthening national digital sovereignty and economic self-reliance.
Egypt ranked fourth globally in UK transnational education, highlighting its rapid digital transformation and leadership at the Going Global 2025 Conference in London — positioning itself as a regional hub for innovation and international collaboration in higher education.
Thunes and Ecobank have launched a partnership enabling instant cross-border payments across 32 African countries, beginning in Togo, to expand financial inclusion and drive the continent’s digital economy.
SAL strengthens digital trade links with Southeast Asia, leveraging AI, data analytics, and sustainability to position Saudi Arabia as a global logistics hub.
Morocco’s Government Council approved wide-ranging reforms in education, social governance, and 5G telecommunications while deepening cooperation with Iraq—marking a new chapter in the nation’s digital and institutional modernization.
NTI signs three cooperation protocols with academia and industry to enhance digital skills, AI readiness, and employability among Egyptian youth in support of Egypt’s Digital Vision 2030.