Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
GBM Oman appoints Fadi Dernaika as general manager, strengthening leadership with deep local market experience and a strong background in cloud and digital transformation. The appointment supports GBM Oman’s role as a trusted technology partner aligned with national digital transformation priorities.
Saquib Ahmad has joined Systems Limited as Global Chief Growth Officer, bringing over 27 years of telecom and IT leadership experience. He will lead international growth and strategic expansion, drawing on senior roles at SAP, Oracle, and Nokia Siemens Networks across multiple global markets.
Telecom Egypt has launched a major organizational transformation, restructuring its commercial operations into Consumer and Enterprise sectors and appointing new executives to accelerate growth, strengthen customer focus, and advance digital transformation in line with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and long-term shareholder value objectives.
Microsoft has appointed Mohamed Kassem as General Manager of Microsoft Egypt, effective December 1, 2025. With nearly 20 years at Microsoft, Kassem will lead strategy and operations, partnering with government and enterprises to accelerate Egypt’s digital transformation across cloud, AI, and cybersecurity.
Microsoft has appointed Mohamed Kassem as General Manager for Egypt, effective December 1, 2025. With nearly two decades at Microsoft, including leadership of public sector initiatives, Kassem will oversee national strategy and operations, reinforcing Microsoft’s commitment to local leadership, cloud adoption, AI, and digital transformation.
Pakistan will assume the presidency of the Digital Cooperation Organization Council in February 2026 during the Fifth General Assembly in Kuwait. As a founding member, Pakistan’s leadership role highlights its growing influence in global digital cooperation, following initiatives such as hosting the DCO’s Digital FDI Forum and supporting inclusive digital growth.
Sri Lanka Telecom PLC (SLT) has announced the appointment of M. Riyaaz Rasheed as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective…
Maroc Telecom has unveiled a new red visual identity and appointed football star Yassine Bounou as brand ambassador. The rebrand aligns with Digital Morocco 2030 and the 5G rollout, reflecting the company’s renewed commitment to innovation, national pride, and advancing Morocco’s digital transformation.
Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) has appointed Riyaaz Rasheed as its new CEO. A telecom veteran with 29 years of experience across Millicom, Etisalat, and Hutchison, Rasheed has also held senior leadership roles at Robi Axiata Bangladesh and Hayleys Group Sri Lanka. His appointment is expected to drive SLT’s growth and innovation as the company advances its digital transformation agenda.
MoneyHash has appointed Abdullah Khayat as Country Director and General Manager for Saudi Arabia, marking a major step in its regional expansion. Backed by over a decade of experience across fintech, government, and enterprise sectors, Khayat will lead MoneyHash’s operations and partnerships as Saudi Arabia accelerates its transition to a cashless economy under Vision 2030. The move underscores MoneyHash’s commitment to driving payment innovation and digital transformation across one of the MENA region’s fastest-growing markets.