Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
MEASAT and Mudah Healthtech have expanded their Sihat Xpress telehealth service to two remote villages in Sabah using satellite-connected kiosks powered by CONNECTme NOW, giving nearly 1,000 residents access to self-care tools and on-demand doctor consultations as part of a broader plan to bring digital healthcare to underserved rural communities across Malaysia.
Saudi startup SDM is partnering with Cornell University to study the eye microbiome in space, using AI and orbital research to unlock new treatments for eye disease. Backed by Saudi institutions, the firm is already saving sight for thousands and advancing predictive healthcare through retinal scans.
Bangladesh’s digital healthcare push risks leaving rural and elderly populations behind. Telecom operators offer a scalable solution, combining trust, nationwide reach, and affordability. By embedding healthcare into everyday telecom ecosystems, Bangladesh can close access gaps and turn connectivity into a true public health catalyst.
An Egyptian-Emirati mobile cardiac hospital has arrived in Cairo, equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment units. The field hospital will deliver specialised heart care in underserved areas, strengthening emergency response and expanding access to critical services through cross-border healthcare cooperation.
Jordan has accelerated progress in digital transformation with 14 projects completed in October focused on startup support, mobile number portability, cybersecurity awareness, global collaboration, and modern postal services — strengthening the country’s digital economy and service quality nationwide.
Morocco’s government reports major progress in rural healthcare infrastructure, with 1,816 projects and 95% of medical transport units completed. Yet persistent maternal deaths and systemic failings highlight the growing divide between official progress and on-the-ground healthcare realities.
M42’s Abu Dhabi Health Data Services (ADHDS), in partnership with G42’s Presight and Jordanian ministries, launched Jordan’s first Digital Health Center, linking remote hospitals through AI-powered telehealth services that reduce diagnostic delays and expand access to critical care.
Allianz Morocco has launched a 24/7 digital health insurance platform offering faster claims settlement and one-hour hospital care approvals, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and customer-centric insurance services.
Saudi Arabia and Syria have signed an MoU linking Seha Virtual Hospital with Syria’s Health Ministry, enabling real-time consultations, digital healthcare access, and collaboration in emergency management, preventive care, and health investment. The partnership underscores Saudi Arabia’s role in regional health innovation and Syria’s efforts to rebuild its medical system.
Ufone 4G has partnered with oladoc to deliver affordable digital healthcare across Pakistan, offering millions of users access to free video consultations, discounted lab tests, medicines, and surgeries. With low-cost subscription plans, the collaboration bridges healthcare gaps for rural and underserved communities.