Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Jordanian Armed Forces and Orange Jordan have renewed their telecommunications services agreement, ensuring continued provision of fixed-line, internet, and communication services. The partnership, which has lasted over 20 years, underscores the strong relationship between the company and the armed forces in supporting national security and communication needs.
The Arab region’s internet usage has reached 348 million, with social media engagement at 228 million users, highlighting rapid digital transformation. The digital divide with the European Union is narrowing, and a young, tech-savvy population is driving the region’s growth in digital platforms and technological innovations.
Walton has launched the WR34G, a 4G SIM-supported router with a built-in 4,000mAh rechargeable battery, ensuring uninterrupted internet access during power outages. The router offers high-speed internet with download speeds up to 150 Mbps, making it ideal for streaming, gaming, and work. It is available at Walton outlets with a discount.
The Jordanian Armed Forces and Orange Jordan have renewed their agreement to provide essential telecommunications services, including mobile, landline, and internet, to enhance security and communication. This partnership, ongoing for over 20 years, strengthens the relationship between the Armed Forces and Orange Jordan, ensuring reliable and efficient services.
MTN Group has partnered with Meta to enhance voice and video call quality on WhatsApp and other real-time calling apps across 12 MTN markets. By optimizing networks and applications, the initiative improves user experience. Nigeria is the first market to benefit, showing a 50% improvement in performance indicators.
MTN South Sudan has secured a 15-year operating license from the National Communication Authority, replacing an outdated Sudanese license. The new license includes commitments to expand coverage, improve service quality, and drive innovation. MTN aims to cover 90% of the population within ten years, despite affordability and infrastructure challenges.
Dialog Axiata successfully conducted Sri Lanka’s first VoNR trial on a live 5G network, using a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphone. The trial showcased VoNR’s benefits, including better voice quality, faster connections, and improved network efficiency. However, 5G services remain in trial stages as spectrum allocation is still pending.
Recent data from Tunisia’s telecom regulator shows a shift towards data-driven services, with mobile internet usage and 4G adoption growing, while traditional voice services plateau. Mobile broadband is now the dominant access point, highlighting a digital transformation in the telecom sector that operators and regulators must support.
Starlink is set to launch its satellite internet service in Pakistan by November or December 2025. The service is in the final stages of the licensing process, with a regulatory framework being developed. Starlink’s infrastructure deployment is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Iraq is emerging as a crucial digital and commercial transit hub, connecting Europe and the Middle East with its new digital corridor. Strategic investments in telecom infrastructure are providing low-latency, resilient routes for global carriers, service providers, and hyperscalers, mitigating risks in the Red Sea and offering diverse connectivity options.