Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
stc Bahrain and Huawei have signed a strategic partnership to co-develop 5G-Advanced and AI-powered digital services, focusing on enterprise solutions, private networks, and enhanced network operations. The collaboration aims to drive Bahrain’s digital transformation and position it as a regional leader in AI and next-generation connectivity.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched free Wi-Fi at 21 bus and 22 marine transport stations in partnership with e&, enhancing connectivity for commuters. This initiative is part of Dubai’s digital transformation strategy, aiming to improve passenger experience and support the city’s vision to become the world’s smartest and happiest city. The service will be regularly evaluated for expansion and quality improvements.
Ghana’s MTN, Telecel, and AirtelTigo will invest $150 million this year to enhance network quality amid regulatory pressure. Data bundles will increase by 15% in size at no extra cost, with potential price reductions pending government tax and tariff reviews. The National Communications Authority will assess service quality later this year, enforcing standards to improve connectivity and transparency.
Nepal Telecom has launched 4G services in the remote Lulang area of Dhaulagiri Rural Municipality-02, expanding high-speed mobile coverage as part of its nationwide rollout nearing 99% local-level coverage. The new BTS tower installation resolves previous connectivity issues and benefits from local electrification by NEA.
Fixed-line internet and landline services in Gaza’s central and southern regions have been cut off due to damage to key communication infrastructure amid ongoing aggression, worsening the challenges faced by citizens in the conflict zone.
stc Bahrain and Huawei have signed a strategic agreement to jointly develop 5G-Advanced and AI-powered digital services. The partnership will focus on enterprise private networks, AI-enhanced solutions, and training programs to accelerate Bahrain’s digital transformation and leadership in next-generation connectivity.
Vodafone Qatar is upgrading its fibre network to deliver internet speeds up to 25Gbps, scalable to 50Gbps, enhancing connectivity for consumers and businesses. The initiative supports emerging technologies like AI, 5G, IoT, and cloud computing, driving digital innovation and long-term growth in Qatar.
Kuwait is reinforcing its telecommunications infrastructure amid escalating regional tensions between the Zionist entity and Iran. Government bodies and telecom operators are coordinating closely to ensure service continuity, implement alternative data routing, and safeguard digital government services against potential disruptions.
Vodafone Qatar and Nokia have partnered to modernize the nation’s network infrastructure, enabling faster, secure, and flexible 5G services. The upgrade integrates AI-driven automation and network slicing to enhance broadband performance and support smart city and IoT innovations, positioning Qatar for robust digital growth.
Gaza experiences a widespread communication blackout after the last fiber optic cable is attacked, with repair efforts blocked, severely affecting emergency and humanitarian operations amid ongoing conflict.