Zain Bahrain’s Q1 2025 results show a 9.6% increase in profit to BD 1.17 million, alongside a 7.7% rise in revenue. The company made significant strides in network expansion, including a tripling of fiber internet speeds, while securing key certifications and partnerships, reinforcing its market leadership in Bahrain.
BBK has partnered with Batelco to offer exclusive smart home packages and fiber internet deals for mortgage loan customers during the “Innovation in Social Housing” Summit. This initiative aims to introduce modern smart living solutions to Bahraini families, supporting digital transformation in the housing sector.
Tamkeen’s Kawader Skills Portal is connecting skilled Bahraini professionals with job opportunities in the ICT sector, streamlining recruitment for private sector organizations. The platform aims to position nationals as the preferred workforce and supports sector growth by offering career development opportunities and access to a tailored talent pool.
Boumediene Senoussi has been appointed as the new CEO of Djezzy, replacing Mahieddine Allouche. The leadership change signals a strategic shift towards innovation, digital transformation, and technological development in Algeria’s telecom sector, particularly as the country prepares for the launch of 5G services and strengthens its telecom competitiveness.
Bangladesh Bank has authorized mobile operators to accept roaming service payments from residents traveling abroad in Taka, simplifying the process. Customers can pay up to Tk 6,000 per trip and Tk 30,000 annually. This initiative eliminates the credit card requirement, boosting the telecommunications sector and retaining revenue within the country.
Rakuten Mobile and AST SpaceMobile have successfully completed the first-ever broadband video call between unmodified smartphones in Japan using a low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite. This achievement paves the way for expanded mobile coverage in remote and disaster-affected areas, with plans for broader satellite-to-mobile broadband services in Japan by late 2026.
The Law Association of Zambia has raised concerns over the newly enacted Cyber Security Act, arguing that it infringes on privacy, press freedom, and democracy. The law, signed into effect in April 2025, grants broad surveillance powers and raises fears of political control under the guise of national security.
Orange Group’s Middle East and Africa division continues its growth streak, achieving its eighth consecutive quarter of expansion. The company credits investment in 4G and 5G networks, with data services driving 60% of the revenue increase. MEA’s revenue rose by 12.8%, solidifying its role as the group’s largest contributor.
du has signed a 2 billion dirham ($544.54 million) agreement with Microsoft to build a hyperscale data center in the UAE. The center will support Microsoft’s cloud and AI services, driving digital transformation and job creation in AI, cybersecurity, and data engineering. The project aligns with the UAE’s economic diversification goals.
Mobily reported a 20.21% YoY increase in net profit for Q1-2025, reaching SAR 767 million. Revenues grew by 5.10% to SAR 4.77 billion, and earnings per share rose to SAR 1. Despite a quarterly decline, Mobily’s annual profit growth was notable, with a 39.20% increase for 2024.
