Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Sri Lanka launches its first iGaming conference, signaling plans to expand online gaming and casino sectors as part of a broader strategy to boost tourism, investment, and economic recovery.
ZTE and Ooredoo Algeria advance 5G commercialization through live demonstrations and efficient network solutions, highlighting new opportunities in industry, connectivity, and digital services across Algeria.
Morocco will host the debut GITEX Future Health Africa from May 4–6, 2026, targeting a projected $259 billion African healthcare market. The summit will bring together global tech giants and policymakers to discuss AI in hospitals, health sovereignty, and digital diagnostics. It marks a major step in Morocco’s goal to become Africa’s primary hub for medical technology and digital health systems.
Banglalink joins global telecom leaders at MWC 2026 to explore AI-driven digital transformation and infrastructure collaboration while highlighting Bangladesh’s growing digital ecosystem.
JazzWorld’s leadership joined global fintech discussions at Mobile World Congress 2026, highlighting how AI can expand financial inclusion in emerging markets. CEO Aamir Ibrahim emphasized trust, transparency and responsible innovation as key pillars for scaling intelligent finance and bringing millions of unbanked individuals into the digital economy.
LEAP 5 returns to Riyadh in April 2026, aiming to surpass last year’s $14.9 billion in deals. With over 200,000 attendees expected and participation from global tech giants and major investors, the event underscores Saudi Arabia’s expanding role in the global technology ecosystem.
GITEX AFRICA Morocco will return to Marrakech from April 7 to 9, 2026, placing artificial intelligence at the center of discussions on sovereign digital growth. The event aims to advance public policy, scale high-impact solutions, and strengthen cross-border cooperation across Africa’s digital economy.
Orange Money sponsored the UNDP Digital Payments Forum in Jordan, supporting financial inclusion initiatives focused on women, farmers, and small-scale producers. The forum, held in Sweimeh, highlighted safe and accessible digital payment solutions aligned with Jordan’s national financial inclusion and digital transformation strategies.
Algeria will host Global Africa Tech 2026 in Algiers from March 28–30 under President Tebboune’s patronage. The event will gather global policymakers and tech leaders to discuss fiber expansion, satellite connectivity, submarine cable protection, and smart ports, reinforcing Algeria’s push to become a regional digital infrastructure hub.
The ministry stated that the event is expected to attract thousands of professionals, experts, and representatives from technology institutions and companies. It aims to advance a digitally unified Africa by integrating terrestrial, satellite, and sub-sea networks, and by promoting the development of a modern, secure, and sustainable telecommunications ecosystem.