Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Mobily’s significant capex increase in early 2025 supports major infrastructure projects including 5G expansion and a new Saudi-Egypt submarine cable, contributing to rising profits and revenue growth.
Grameenphone saw declines in revenue and EBITDA in Q2 2025 but added 1.4 million customers, reflecting growth despite profitability pressures. Analyst consensus remains bullish with a Buy rating and NOK170 price target. Telenor continues to hold a strong position in Bangladesh’s telecom sector via Grameenphone.
MEA’s telecom sector posted $149 billion in 2024 spending, led by mobile data growth and infrastructure investment. Operators are transforming into tech firms, driving 5G, fiber, and AI adoption amid ongoing economic and geopolitical risks affecting future expansion.
Grameenphone reports slight profit increase despite revenue fall in Q2 2025; tax reductions aided marginal growth. Subscriber and data user base grows slightly amid macroeconomic challenges. Company declares 110% interim dividend.
Lucidya has raised $30 million in a Series B led by Impact46 to scale its AI-driven CX platform across 11 MENA countries. The funding supports expansion into AI Agent automation for customer-facing functions, leveraging a high-accuracy Arabic AI engine to transform regional CX while addressing labor and compliance challenges.
PTCL reports Rs7.2bn loss in H1 FY25; finance ministry warns of risks tied to Telenor Pakistan acquisition affecting digital transformation.
Jordan’s tourism sector recorded an 18 percent increase in visitor numbers and a 16 percent rise in tourism revenues in the first half of 2025. Key destinations like the Dead Sea saw significant growth, supported by infrastructure development, targeted marketing, and public-private collaborations enhancing accessibility and services.
Orange Egypt secured an $80 million syndicated loan from EBRD and Banque Misr to fund its 5G license acquisition and network expansion. The upgrade aims to improve connectivity, foster digital services growth, and reduce carbon emissions, supporting Egypt’s digital transformation and sustainability goals.
Morocco Telecom Group has raised over €272 million through its first private bond issuance, attracting strong investor interest and signaling financial strength. The funds will support network upgrades, digital initiatives, and expansion across Africa, boosting the company’s capacity for growth and innovation in a competitive telecom market.
Free WiFi hotspot services by Nepal’s ISPs are reported to cost telcos Rs 14 billion annually by reducing mobile data usage, fueling revenue concerns amid regulatory disputes and licensing fee imbalances. The Nepal Telecommunications Authority is considering shutting down these services, potentially affecting consumer internet access practices.