Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Robi Axiata has appointed M Riyaaz Rasheed as acting CEO, following the reassignment of Rajeev Sethi to a new role within the Axiata Group. Rasheed, the company’s CFO, had previously served as acting CEO in 2021. Robi is the second-largest mobile operator in Bangladesh, with 5.71 crore subscribers.
Boumediene Senoussi has been appointed as the new CEO of Djezzy, replacing Mahieddine Allouche. The leadership change signals a strategic shift towards innovation, digital transformation, and technological development in Algeria’s telecom sector, particularly as the country prepares for the launch of 5G services and strengthens its telecom competitiveness.
Huawei Egypt has appointed Benjamin Hou as its new CEO to lead the company’s efforts in accelerating Egypt’s digital transformation. With over 20 years of experience at Huawei, Hou aims to build on the company’s 25-year legacy, supporting Egypt’s ICT ecosystem and driving sustainable growth and innovation.
Jahrat Adib Chowdhury has been appointed Deputy CEO of Banglalink, Bangladesh’s leading digital operator. With over 20 years of experience, Jahrat will help steer Banglalink’s strategic direction, focusing on digital financial services, regulatory compliance, and fostering innovation to support Bangladesh’s digital transformation.
Jahrat Adib Chowdhury has been appointed as Banglalink’s Deputy CEO, becoming the first female to hold this position in Bangladesh’s telecom industry. With over 20 years of experience, she will continue to drive digital innovation, financial services, and strategic direction, contributing to Bangladesh’s growing digital ecosystem.
Daniel Dugina has been appointed as CEO of Beyon’s Digital City Development Company. He will lead the 380,000-square-meter project in Hamala, Bahrain. Dugina brings over 23 years of global experience in large-scale urban developments, marking a significant milestone for Beyon as it drives its ambitious vision forward.
Anthropic is expanding its presence in Europe, creating over 100 roles in Dublin and London, including positions in sales, engineering, and research. Guillaume Princen has been appointed as the company’s head for the region. The move comes as businesses increasingly demand advanced AI capabilities.
Johan Buse has been appointed as the new CEO of Banglalink, succeeding Erik Aas. Buse, with decades of telecom experience, will drive Banglalink’s transition from a mobile operator to a digital service provider. His leadership aims to accelerate digital expansion and contribute to Bangladesh’s economic growth.
Zarrar Hasham Khan has been appointed as the new chairman of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), effective March 10, 2025, replacing Azfar Manzoor. Khan brings over two decades of experience in the telecom sector, including leadership roles at Saudi Telecom Company, and holds degrees from top universities.
IFS has appointed Hannes Liebe as the new President for the APJMEA region. Liebe will drive growth, expand IFS’s footprint, and reinforce strategic partnerships across key markets like Saudi Arabia and Japan. His leadership aims to accelerate IFS’s business expansion, especially in Industrial AI and enterprise software.