Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Salam and AFR-IX confirm steady progress on the 8,700-km Medusa subsea cable, advancing Saudi Arabia’s role as a regional digital hub and boosting Mediterranean connectivity with 480 Tbps capacity.
flydubai will equip 100 Boeing 737s with Starlink high-speed inflight Wi-Fi by 2026, delivering streaming-grade connectivity and elevating its competitive edge in passenger experience.
Algeria will expand mobile coverage to 4,500 new areas by 2027, focusing on rural communities while advancing satellite, fibre and corridor connectivity to close digital gaps.
Telecom Egypt has completed the infrastructure for the 45,000-km 2Africa subsea system, a record-breaking cable set to deliver massive capacity, strengthen Africa–Europe connectivity, and position Egypt as a global digital hub.
Space42 has successfully completed the first public test flight of its ApusNeo18 HAPS aircraft in the UAE, validating stratospheric performance and preparing the platform for commercial-scale geospatial and telecom applications.
Airtel Malawi has launched 5G in ten districts and activated VoLTE nationwide, boosting speeds, voice quality and network resilience as part of a major long-term expansion strategy.
Dialog showcased Sri Lanka’s fastest 5G-ready network at INFOTEL 2025 with interactive demos including smart cities, VR tourism, cloud gaming, and AI-powered creativity. The exhibit highlighted how ultra-fast, low-latency connectivity will enable next-gen services and strengthen Sri Lanka’s digital transformation across industries and public life.
Niger has completed 1,031 km of fiber for the Trans-Saharan Backbone, enabling future links to Benin, Nigeria, Chad, Algeria, and Burkina Faso. The project aims to enhance digital access, reduce connectivity costs, and secure international bandwidth via neighboring countries’ submarine cable networks, though interconnection timelines remain unclear.
Etihad Airways will equip its entire fleet with Viasat’s next-gen Amara connectivity platform, enabling high-speed inflight streaming, Live TV, and seamless digital access. Covering Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the upgrade uses multi-orbit satellite networks to deliver consistent, premium Wi-Fi as part of Etihad’s enhanced onboard digital experience.
Google will deploy a new subsea cable called Dhivaru linking Oman, the Maldives, and Australia’s Christmas Island, alongside two regional connectivity hubs. The project will enhance resilience, performance, and regional reach across Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Oceania through advanced switching, caching, and colocation capabilities.