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
Digital wallets accounted for 93% of Pakistan’s online purchases in FY25, signaling rapid e-commerce adoption. Retail payments rose 38% to 9.1 billion transactions, while card and QR payments surged, reflecting strong momentum toward a cashless, digitally inclusive economy.
Muscat, November 3, 2025 — In a milestone for Oman’s digital entrepreneurship, two Omani innovators have launched Ajarlee, the country’s first locally developed car rental application, designed to digitize and simplify the vehicle rental experience across the Sultanate.
Online shopping in Morocco has surged 65% in five years, with nearly one in four citizens now buying online. Fueled by mobile access, improved logistics, and government support, the e-commerce market—worth 22 billion dirhams in 2023—is set for steady growth through 2029.
Egypt has emerged as Africa’s top gaming market with $368m in revenue, followed by South Africa and Nigeria. The continent’s gaming industry is worth $2.1bn, with esports revenue expected to exceed $60m by 2025 as mobile gaming continues to dominate.
Banglalink’s MyBL Super App has become Bangladesh’s top-rated telecom app with a 4.7★ rating, following new AI-powered features, smarter personalization, and improved performance that enhance customer engagement and convenience.
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.