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
Egypt advances maritime safety by releasing S-101 hydrographic datasets for Alexandria and Port Said, embracing digital navigation standards under the S-100 framework and enhancing chart precision aligned with global best practices.
Bahrain’s Ministry of Social Development collaborates with NBB and Atyaf eSolutions to create a digital platform that enhances service delivery and efficiency for civil society organisations, supporting national social development and transparency goals.
Algeria’s HTT and China’s Xiamen Airlines signed a framework to boost digital tourism cooperation, aligning with Algeria’s strategic digitalization goals. SITEV 2025 highlighted diverse exhibitors, cultural heritage, and innovation, reinforcing Algeria-China ties and promoting tourism as a key economic driver.
Al Baida Group and Elm Company signed an MoU to collaborate on digital transformation projects in Qatar, combining Elm’s regional digital expertise with Al Baida’s strong local presence to support the country’s innovation and government digitalization goals.
Shahid and Al-Manassa have partnered to provide Iraqi audiences with expanded access to licensed Arabic video-on-demand and live TV, strengthening the country’s legal digital entertainment landscape and enhancing content diversity.
du has extended its partnership with Disney+ to offer free one-year access to its home wireless subscribers, enhancing entertainment options with Disney’s vast streaming library and family-friendly features. This move strengthens Disney+’s reach in the MENA region and du’s value proposition.
Sri Lanka’s GovPay platform has connected 50+ government organisations, processing thousands of digital transactions and advancing the country’s cashless economy vision. Planned expansions include card payments and broader institutional adoption to support a growing digital public infrastructure.
AWASR and Dhofar Municipality have partnered to deploy free managed Wi-Fi and strengthen digital infrastructure across Dhofar Governorate, aiming to improve public services, enhance tourism experiences, and support smart city development aligned with Oman Vision 2040. This collaboration reflects AWASR’s leadership in Oman’s digital transformation.
JoAcademy’s collaboration with Truecaller enhances communication transparency and trust, improving the overall digital learning experience for Jordanian students and parents.
STARZPLAY teamed up with TPAY to enable mobile subscription payments via carrier billing across MENA. Starting in Tunisia, Sudan, and Mauritania, the partnership supports STARZPLAY’s regional expansion and the growing Middle East media market fueled by younger demographics and demand for Arabic content.