Algeria has launched its first Skills Center in Sétif, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. This initiative aims to train young professionals, foster innovation, and support startups with a 1.5 billion dinar investment. The project aligns with national efforts to drive digital transformation and economic growth.
CMI has partnered with Global Blue to launch a multi-currency payment service for Moroccan e-commerce websites. This new service, incorporating Dynamic Currency Conversion, allows international customers to pay in their preferred currencies, enhancing the shopping experience and increasing sales for Moroccan merchants.
Dubizzle Group has acquired Hatla2ee, Egypt’s leading online car marketplace, to enhance the automotive buying and selling experience. This acquisition allows Dubizzle to leverage advanced technology, offering a more seamless service. The move strengthens Dubizzle’s presence in Egypt’s growing automotive market, further expanding its portfolio of services.
Qatar’s e-commerce market reached USD 3.8 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow to USD 10.1 billion by 2033, driven by increasing internet penetration, mobile commerce, and social commerce. Key trends include AI-powered personalized experiences and sustainable practices in luxury, fashion, and electronics sectors.
Salla has acquired Sweply, a digital advertising platform, and will rebrand it as “Salla Ads.” This integration will allow merchants to manage digital marketing campaigns directly from their Salla dashboards, with access to AI-powered targeting and analytics. The service is expected to launch in Q2 2025.
Bank Nizwa has partnered with Network International to enhance fraud prevention and digital banking security. The collaboration integrates a comprehensive fraud management system to protect customer transactions and ensure operational resilience. This move supports Oman’s digital transformation goals and strengthens Bank Nizwa’s commitment to secure and innovative banking solutions.
MetLife Bangladesh’s mobile app, One by MetLife, is now available on iOS, Android, and Web, providing users access to essential health and financial services. With over 1.3 million downloads, the app offers features like tele-doctor consultations, online medicine delivery, and personalized health and financial planning tools.
Toffee App, a digital entertainment platform by Banglalink, will live stream the ICC Champions Trophy starting February 19. Fans can watch all 15 matches for Tk 99. Bangladesh’s first match against India will be on February 20, with subsequent games against New Zealand and Pakistan.
EazyPay has partnered with Receiptable to integrate digital receipt solutions into its payment ecosystem in Bahrain. The collaboration aims to enhance customer experiences with seamless, eco-friendly, and secure digital receipts, aligning with both companies’ commitment to innovation and sustainability in the financial sector.
Code 213 has launched its third coding school in Algeria and is expanding across North and Sub-Saharan Africa. The platform provides cutting-edge digital skills training in areas such as software development, AI, and digital marketing, with an AI-driven learning model that offers personalized support, certifications, and job placement.
