Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Vodafone Qatar and Qatar Charity have launched the ‘Better Connections’ training program, focusing on Customer Service and Retail Skills. Led by Mahmoud Reda, the course includes interactive discussions, case studies, and practical activities, aiming to enhance communication and customer management skills among Qatar Charity employees.
The GSMA is hosting its first Digital Nation Summit in Pakistan on August 7, in collaboration with the Ministry of IT & Telecom. The event will feature discussions on leveraging mobile technology for a sustainable and inclusive Digital Pakistan, with opportunities to engage with industry pioneers and thought leaders.
Orange Jordan sponsored the Digital Technology & Smart Apps Exhibition (SMARTECH) at JIEC, highlighting digital offerings like Fiber, 5G, and Orange Money. The event, under the Ministry of Digital Economy, showcased startups and promoted entrepreneurship through BIG by Orange, emphasizing customer interaction to understand market trends and needs.
The Institute of Business Management (IoBM), New Horizon, and Huawei Technologies showcased their new IT infrastructure at an event in Karachi. The initiative aims to enhance digital transformation in education, improve data security, and support innovative teaching. Key speakers emphasized the importance of technology in modernizing education and driving Pakistan’s technological advancement.
Orange Jordan sponsored the Yarmouk University Computer Games Competition to boost students’ e-gaming design skills. The competition aligns with Jordan’s E-Gaming Strategy 2023-2027, aiming to enhance economic growth and job creation. Winners included teams from Applied Science Private University, Jordan University of Science and Technology, and University of Science and Technology.
Ooredoo celebrated National Children’s Day by launching initiatives to support children, including events, financial contributions, and gift distributions. The mobile operator’s efforts underscore its commitment to children’s welfare and community spirit.
Tech leaders met in Ras Al Khaimah for the ‘Re: Sustainable IT Summit’ to discuss sustainable hardware practices. Organized by Circular Computing, the event emphasized remanufacturing as key to reducing e-waste and CO2 emissions. Circular Computing’s $33 million contract with the Irish Government underscores the viability of sustainable IT solutions.
This speed mentoring event provided the youth with opportunities for one-to-one discussions with industry leaders and gain insights from a career planning session delivered by Zain.
The inaugural EU-Jordan Business Forum showcased Orange Jordan’s transformation into an economic enabler, highlighting substantial investments in digital infrastructure and innovative projects like the “Innovation Space,” emphasizing their strategic partnership with the EU.
The fourth E3 Customer Experience Conference, organized by the National Customer Experience Academy (NCXA), will be held in Riyadh on July 9-10. The event will explore the latest trends and technologies in customer experience, featuring a hackathon and workshops, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals to enhance customer satisfaction and innovation.