Krafters has partnered with IDEA to empower youth through sustainable entrepreneurship and livelihood development. The collaboration will offer specialized training in financial inclusion, digital marketing, and business development, with a focus on skills training for marginalized communities, including transgender individuals, to foster economic growth and inclusion.
Zain Group has officially received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its climate targets, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. This includes a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. The approval further solidifies Zain’s leadership in corporate sustainability in the region.
SoftAtHome and Orange Jordan have launched the world’s first prpl-based broadband solution, featuring a home gateway and Wi-Fi repeater powered by prplWare, including prplOS and prplMesh. This innovative solution enhances device longevity, simplifies integration, and offers new service capabilities, driving greater flexibility and service-driven innovation for operators.
Telecom Egypt, in partnership with Cisco, has activated a high-capacity subsea link on the 2Africa subsea cable, connecting Egypt to France via Italy. This project enhances network efficiency, boosts international traffic capacity, and supports bandwidth-intensive services like AI and cloud computing, improving connectivity across the Mediterranean.
Veon is in talks with Starlink to expand satellite-powered cellular services to Bangladesh through its subsidiary, Banglalink. The partnership aims to provide connectivity in underserved areas where terrestrial networks fail, such as during floods or energy shortages. This expansion is part of Veon’s broader strategy to serve emerging markets.
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.
The Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have launched the Centre for Cyber Economics (CCE) in Riyadh to address the economic challenges and opportunities of cybersecurity. The Centre aims to enhance global resilience, foster collaboration, and develop models to improve cybersecurity investment and growth.
Oman’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) has launched a programme to integrate 4IR technologies into the industrial sector. The initiative aims to enhance global competitiveness, improve factory efficiency, reduce costs, and create job opportunities, aligning with Oman’s Industrial Strategy 2040 and Vision 2040.
