Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal Telecom’s quick resolution of the 4G and VoLTE outage restores confidence in the network’s stability, though billing system upgrades remain key to preventing similar future disruptions.
Morocco’s $8 billion 5G expansion underscores its commitment to future-proofing digital infrastructure and catalyzing socio-economic progress through cutting-edge connectivity.
Iraq and Iran’s telecom cooperation aims to deliver enhanced connectivity and support services for millions of Arbaeen pilgrims, ensuring reliable communication during one of the world’s largest religious gatherings.
Orange Egypt’s 5G network rollout is set to revolutionize the country’s gaming and digital ecosystem by delivering superior speed and reliability, strengthening Egypt’s position as a rising technology hub in the region.
The completion of SEA-ME-WE-6 landings in Egypt reinforces its pivotal role as a digital gateway connecting three continents, enhancing network resilience, capacity, and global connectivity.
ZTE’s advanced network deployments with Jazz mark a significant milestone in Pakistan’s telecom evolution, delivering substantial performance gains, energy efficiency, and operational cost savings to support next-generation connectivity.
Morocco’s awarding of 5G licenses to its top telecom operators marks a major step in digital infrastructure development, supporting nationwide 5G coverage ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
Salam and Syria’s Ministry of Communications sign MoU to expand Syria’s digital infrastructure with new IP PoPs in Damascus and Aleppo, promoting regional cooperation and supporting Syria’s digital transformation ambitions.
Starlink launches satellite internet in Chad, its 24th African market, to improve connectivity in remote regions. The move supports Starlink’s goal to increase Africa’s low internet penetration, though regulatory hurdles persist in countries like South Africa.
Tech Mahindra unveils TechM Orion, an AI agent platform powered by NVIDIA, offering rapid agent development, governance, and seamless enterprise integration. Featuring 200+ pre-built agents and proprietary AI oversight, it accelerates responsible AI adoption across industries. Commercial launch is slated for Q3 2025.