Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Taghreed Abdulfattah Al Lawati resigns from Omantel with her last day set for August 25, 2025. The Board thanked her for her service and will soon disclose her successor or interim caretaker.
Nepal’s internet user base has grown but active usage remains limited due to high costs and technology access barriers. While mobile browsing is widespread, real engagement is low, hindered by expensive bandwidth and equipment. Corporate-focused services and costly packages restrict growth, although competition and fiber optics show promise for future improvements.
AFD secures dedicated access to Bangabandhu-1 satellite, advancing secure, self-reliant military communications in Bangladesh.
Huawei champions 5G-Advanced as a platform for AI-powered experiences, enabling new business models and industry transformation.
Algérie Télécom is actively engaging visitors at the 56th FIA with product showcases, robotics workshops for youth, and on-site sales with a raffle, highlighting its leadership in telecom and commitment to community and innovation.
Sri Lanka will begin Starlink internet service with a one-week trial monitored by TRCSL and the Ministry of Defence. Following technical review, the country plans to expand Starlink access nationwide.
PTA Chairman visited Telenor Group in Norway to discuss digital transformation, 5G, AI use cases, and efficient spectrum management models, as part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to modernize its telecom sector.
Orange Egypt has launched nationwide 5G services, starting with high-traffic zones and expanding countrywide. The rollout supports Egypt’s digital transformation and positions Orange as a leader in delivering high-speed, AI-ready, and smart city-enabled connectivity.
Ooredoo has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to deploy the APIGEE API platform, enabling network-as-a-service capabilities and new revenue models through GSMA Open Gateway APIs across fintech, mobility, and other industries.
Orange Egypt has appointed Hesham Mahran as CEO, succeeding Yasser Shaker, who becomes Chairman. Mahran’s leadership and digital transformation experience reflect Orange Group’s confidence in Egyptian talent and its commitment to Egypt’s telecom future.