Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
UWallet and Mastercard have partnered to launch digital payment solutions in Jordan aimed at expanding financial inclusion, supporting SMEs and enhancing digital commerce through prepaid cards, multi-currency payments and digital-first financial services aligned with the country’s shift toward a cashless economy.
Ooredoo Kuwait Group reported 9% revenue growth to KWD 774 million in 2025, driven by strong performance in Algeria, Tunisia and Kuwait, alongside growth in EBITDA and net profit as the company advances 5G, AI infrastructure and digital services to support long-term regional expansion and shareholder value.
Starlink’s entry into Senegal introduces satellite broadband as a tool to expand connectivity in underserved regions, supporting national digital inclusion goals while raising challenges around affordability, regulation and ecosystem balance as the country works to integrate satellite internet alongside existing fiber and mobile networks.
Vodacom reported a 13% increase in service revenue driven by strong growth in Egypt and the DRC, while fintech services continued expanding rapidly, highlighting the growing importance of international markets and mobile financial services in supporting the group’s overall performance.
Pakistan has assumed the presidency of the Digital Cooperation Organization, strengthening its role in shaping global digital policy and AI governance, while advancing collaboration among member states on digital transformation, data governance and inclusive economic growth in an era increasingly defined by artificial intelligence and cross-border digital cooperation.
TASC Group has appointed Jayajyoti Sengupta as CEO to lead its AI-driven growth strategy across the Middle East and North Africa, reflecting rising enterprise demand for outcome-based managed services as organisations accelerate AI adoption and modernise operating models in line with regional digital transformation initiatives.
Starlink has launched satellite internet services in Senegal, expanding SpaceX’s low Earth orbit connectivity across Africa to improve internet access in underserved and remote areas, as the company continues its rapid regional rollout aimed at supporting digital inclusion and expanding broadband availability across the continent.
Telenor Pakistan has completed migration of its entire customer base of 90 million subscribers to a next-generation charging and billing…
The partners said the initiative aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 and serves as a blueprint for how data, automation, and AI can improve urban efficiency, safety, and quality of life in smart city environments.
The ministry emphasised that the platform offers free access to learning materials without consuming students’ internet data, allowing them to continue their studies safely from home.