Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria has launched a digital registration platform for international contract-based students under the Study-In-Algeria program, simplifying admissions and reinforcing the country’s commitment to academic openness and digital transformation in higher education.
Ethio telecom and Africa Finance Corporation are exploring a financing partnership to accelerate the “Next Horizon: Digital & Beyond 2028” strategy, supporting infrastructure expansion, AI platforms, hyperscale cloud, and cross-border connectivity aligned with Ethiopia’s Digital Ethiopia 2030 roadmap.
iOCO has expanded into Saudi Arabia to support cloud adoption and digital transformation initiatives aligned with Vision 2030. Backed by its partnership with AWS, the company aims to help organisations modernise infrastructure, enhance governance, and deliver scalable digital services across the Kingdom’s evolving technology landscape.
Saudi fintech CASHIN has raised USD 16 million in Series A funding to digitise financial and operational management for fuel stations. The AI-driven platform aims to improve efficiency, governance, and supply safety while supporting the digital transformation of Saudi Arabia’s energy and infrastructure ecosystem.
Artificial Intelligence is being positioned as a core driver of Pakistan’s digital transformation, with national initiatives focusing on AI adoption across governance, industry, and education. Huawei highlighted its full-stack AI and ICT approach aimed at supporting infrastructure development, capacity building, and long-term digital ecosystem growth in the country.
Visa has created a new sub-region covering Egypt, Libya, and Sudan to accelerate digital payments adoption and strengthen regional coordination. The move supports financial inclusion, digital commerce expansion, and closer collaboration with governments and financial institutions across North Africa.
Tunisia is launching 192 digital projects to modernize public administration and fully digitalize state services from 2026, focusing on online services, electronic payments, and institutional interoperability. The initiative aims to improve efficiency, transparency, and investment attractiveness while supporting broader digital transformation goals.
Algeria has introduced a digital platform allowing lawyers to request and receive electronically signed certified court decisions within 24 hours, reducing administrative delays and supporting the country’s broader judicial digitalization efforts aimed at improving efficiency and accessibility.
Morocco is developing a national digital wallet integrated into the Idarati X.0 super app, enabling citizens to access government services through digital identity and biometric authentication. The initiative supports Digital Morocco 2030 goals by improving public service efficiency, strengthening cybersecurity, and advancing the country’s digital transformation agenda.
Kazakhstan has launched a new telecommunications corridor connecting Central Asia to the UAE, enhancing digital transit capacity, reducing latency, and strengthening cross-border connectivity. The initiative supports the Digital Silk Road vision while positioning Kazakhstan as a strategic hub for international data traffic and regional digital infrastructure growth.