Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal’s telecom regulator, the NTA, has proposed revoking United Telecom Limited’s (UTL) license due to the company’s unpaid dues of Rs 7.5 billion. Despite a 15-day ultimatum, UTL has not made any payments. The NTA board will make the final decision after reviewing the matter.
Morocco’s “Digital Morocco 2030” strategy, highlighted at the Meet Arab Tech event, focuses on digital transformation through e-government, innovation, and digital health. The country aims to enhance economic growth, job creation, and service efficiency, positioning itself as a digital leader in the region.
A delegation from Bahrain, led by Bader Hood Al Mahmood, attended the 26th GCC Ministerial Committee Meeting on Transportation in Doha. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in land and maritime transport, discussing key topics such as the GCC Railway Authority and green corridor initiatives for ports.
The People’s National Assembly (APN) of Algeria has inaugurated its new data center, located on the fifth floor of its building, on October 31, 2024. The facility is touted as one of Algeria’s most modern and will handle data processing, storage, and security systems.
The TDRA, in collaboration with OpenSignal, Advatek, UAE telecom providers, and Deloitte, hosted a workshop focused on improving customer Quality of Experience (QoE) through digital transformation in the telecommunications sector. The event emphasized strategies and technologies to enhance service quality and foster innovation in the industry.
The BTRC Chairman, Maj Gen (retd) Md Emdad Ul Bari, indicated that additional Nationwide Telecommunication Transmission Network (NTTN) licenses may be issued if service quality declines. He emphasized the need for improved connectivity in Bangladesh, addressing challenges faced by NTTN operators and their impact on the telecommunications sector.
Kuwait’s 11th e-Government Forum spotlights the advancement of digital government services, aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and foster seamless integration across agencies. Key initiatives include CITRA’s 5G Advance network and “Kashif” caller ID service, highlighting Kuwait’s commitment to digital transformation and improved citizen services.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) reported blocking around 1.3 million URLs due to “anti-Islam, indecent, and immoral” content. This action follows a petition to ban TikTok in the country, highlighting the platform’s failure to prevent blasphemous material. The PTA aims to enhance community guidelines compliance.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has confirmed that internet services in the country have been fully restored after resolving issues with the South East Asia-Middle East-Western Europe 4 (SMW4) and Asia-Africa-Europe 1 (AAE-1) submarine cables. This resolution eliminates the 1,750 Gbps shortfall, ensuring optimal internet performance.
Egypt’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (NTRA) has partnered with the Consumer Protection Agency (CPA) to establish a digital platform for resolving telecom complaints more efficiently. The platform will feature an online complaint registration system and an automated process, improving response times and user awareness of rights and responsibilities.