Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
UNICEF has launched a continent-wide procurement initiative to connect up to 500,000 schools and child-focused institutions across Africa. The programme will prequalify service providers through a Request for Expression of Interest, with a competitive tender planned for Q2 2026.
Vodafone has partnered with Amazon’s LEO satellite network to expand 4G and 5G coverage in remote areas across Europe and Africa. The deal will improve rural connectivity, strengthen network resilience, and support Vodacom’s long-term growth strategy, with the first sites set to go live in 2026.
Djezzy has launched its 5G network in 18 provinces across Algeria, enhancing connectivity and supporting the country’s digital transformation efforts.
AWS data centres in Bahrain and the UAE experienced connectivity disruptions after one UAE Availability Zone lost power due to objects striking the facility and causing a fire. Other zones remained operational, with traffic rerouted. AWS reported partial recovery but advised customers to use alternative regions amid ongoing regional tensions.
Bangladesh plans to provide free Wi-Fi at airports, railway stations, and high-speed vehicles to enhance connectivity and support ICT sector growth. The move aligns with the government’s vision for broader internet access, digital modernization, and employment generation in technology fields.
Orange Maroc has launched Yo Max 5G customizable mobile plans and the Livebox 7 Fiber with Wi-Fi 7 technology. Developed with global partners, the solutions offer personalized digital experiences, enhanced home connectivity, and advanced security features, reinforcing the operator’s role in Morocco’s digital transformation journey.
UAE-IX powered by DE-CIX upgrades to 800 Gigabit Ethernet, offering 400G ports, cloud on-ramps, and enterprise interconnection services. With peak traffic above 1 Tbps and 110+ networks connected, it strengthens GCC digital infrastructure, low-latency connectivity, and regional cloud access.
Orange Maroc introduces Yo Max 5G plans and the Livebox 7 Wi-Fi 7 router, providing customizable mobile services, stable home connectivity, and developer-friendly applications. The launch supports Morocco’s digital transformation, meeting growing demand for streaming, gaming, and e-learning on its 5G network.
U Mobile, which is continuing its nationwide 5G rollout, said it remains ahead of schedule in targeting 80% population coverage by the second half of 2026.
Beyon has been selected by Kuwait’s KAPP as the winning investor for a $2.8 billion, 50-year PPP to develop and operate a nationwide high-speed fiber broadband network. The project will cover 90% of Kuwait’s plots, support 10Gbps connectivity, and advance the country’s Vision 2035 digital transformation goals.