Ericsson has partnered with Grameenphone to enhance telecom services in Bangladesh, expanding Business Support Systems (BSS) and introducing AI-powered features. This collaboration aims to improve service delivery, reduce turnaround times, and support Grameenphone’s digital transformation, setting a global benchmark for telecom operations.
Bahrain has launched the Bahrain Skills and Gender Parity Accelerator in collaboration with the World Economic Forum to close the gender skills gap in high-growth industries. The initiative will help increase the participation of Bahraini workers and support the country’s digital transformation and gender equality efforts.
Northstar Telecom has partnered with EICT Technology to introduce its Startracker Vehicle Tracking Service to Saudi Arabia. The collaboration aims to enhance fleet management through advanced tracking features, offering businesses real-time monitoring, analytics, and custom alerts. EICT Technology will handle local sales, marketing, and support for the service.
MTN Nigeria has been granted a 10-year extension for its 800MHz spectrum license by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). This renewal solidifies MTN’s position in the market, enhances service quality, and ensures better connectivity for consumers. The decision supports the company’s growth strategy amid economic challenges.
Es’hailSat has signed a multi-year deal with Morocco’s SNRT to provide Direct-to-Home services, Digital Terrestrial Television transponder, and video contribution via its Es’hail-1 satellite. This partnership boosts SNRT’s signal coverage across the Middle East and North Africa, enhancing access to quality Moroccan content regionally.
Lebanon’s state-owned telecom company Ogero is working to restore and expand the country’s connectivity after experiencing significant damage due to the Israeli conflict. With support from multiple donors, Ogero plans to upgrade its network infrastructure, increase LTE stations, and implement solar energy solutions, ensuring a sustainable and enhanced service.
IBM and Vodafone are collaborating to integrate quantum computing into telecommunications, aiming to enhance data services, network efficiency, and security. Their joint efforts will optimize global networks, reduce latency, and improve consumer experiences, setting a new standard for the telecom industry and shaping the future of connectivity.
Iran and Iraq are deepening scientific cooperation, focusing on establishing science and technology parks and educational exchanges. The recent Iran-Iraq Science Week facilitated agreements to grant scholarships, exchange professors, and expand research collaborations. Iraq looks to Iran’s expertise in modern technologies to enhance its scientific infrastructure.
Omdia predicts that 5G penetration in Africa will rise from 1.4% in 2024 to 25.6% by 2029, driving growth in mobile data traffic. Mobile subscriptions will reach 1.78 billion by 2029, with fiber broadband also seeing significant expansion. Governments are encouraged to prioritize 5G spectrum allocation and device affordability.
e& has teamed up with IBM to implement an advanced AI and Generative AI governance solution, revealed at WEF 2025. The solution will enhance e&’s AI governance framework, promoting compliance, transparency, and ethical oversight while scaling AI operations responsibly. This partnership addresses key AI governance challenges and risks.
