Orange Jordan has successfully renewed its ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications for occupational health, safety, and environmental management. This demonstrates the company’s continued commitment to the highest standards, ensuring employee safety and environmental sustainability. The renewal reflects its strategic focus on safety and sustainability across all operations.
Tunisie Telecom has officially launched its 5G-NSA services, offering enhanced mobile broadband and Fixed Wireless Access to residential users. The launch, supported by Ericsson, marks the first use of the 3.5 GHz band in Tunisia. While Egyptian telecoms are planning 5G, commercial services have not yet begun in Egypt.
Bangladesh ranks 112th in the 2024 Frontier Technology Readiness Index, showing progress in adopting AI, robotics, and biotech. While the country excels in research and development, challenges remain in ICT development and workforce skills. To fully harness frontier technologies, Bangladesh must enhance digital infrastructure and regulatory frameworks.
Starlink has launched its fixed telecommunications services in Oman, enabling high-speed internet access in remote regions with challenging terrain. The service, backed by a Class 1 licence from the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, aims to connect key industries such as oil and gas, tourism, and agriculture, while boosting digital infrastructure.
Nepal Telecom has launched an optical fiber information highway connecting remote regions of Kalikot, Jumla, and Mugu. This initiative will enhance NTC’s 4G mobile and fiber broadband services, ensuring better connectivity and service quality. The project uses ADSS optical fiber technology to improve network reliability and capacity in these areas.
The Punjab government has launched thermal imaging technology for continuous satellite surveillance of forests to detect fires, illegal logging, and other unauthorized activities. This initiative aims to safeguard forests, prevent crime, and support conservation efforts, positioning Punjab as the first province in Pakistan to implement such advanced monitoring technology.
IRAQ-IXP celebrates its first anniversary as the third-largest Internet Exchange in the Middle East. Powered by DE-CIX, it connects 28 networks, including global giants like Meta and Akamai. The exchange has experienced a 150% traffic increase, reflecting growing demand for reliable and high-speed connectivity in Iraq and the region.
AmiViz has partnered with NEOX Networks to enhance network visibility and security across the GCC, Egypt, and Africa. This collaboration will provide enterprises with advanced network visibility solutions, addressing network challenges, improving cybersecurity, and supporting digital transformation initiatives such as hybrid-cloud and multi-cloud strategies.
Airtel and IHS Towers have announced a partnership to install 152 new communication towers in Zambia, with a US$14 million investment. This project will enhance network quality and increase coverage, aiming for 93% coverage by next year and 95-96% within two years.
Bangladesh has improved its frontier technology preparedness, ranking 112th globally in the 2025 Technology and Innovation Report. The country excels in research and development but lags in ICT development. While India leads South Asia, Bangladesh faces challenges in infrastructure and skills, requiring reforms to fully leverage frontier technologies.
