Beyon, Bahrain’s telecom giant, reports a 1% rise in net profit to BD56.2 million and a 6% revenue increase in the first nine months of 2024. Comprehensive income surged by 22%, driven by favorable investment gains. EBITDA margin remained steady at 40% amidst consistent growth.
Telecom Egypt and Alcatel Submarine Networks have successfully landed the Africa-1 subsea cable system at the Ras Ghareb cable landing station. This initiative, part of a larger project to enhance connectivity across the Middle East and Africa, is expected to boost broadband capabilities and meet growing demand for high-speed communications.
The data center is built in cooperation with Omantel, enhancing Oman’s position as a key connectivity hub in the region
Positive Technologies is actively expanding its partner network geographically, including regions beyond the Middle East, to enhance cybersecurity capabilities globally.
The plans offer various options to suit different budgets and usage patterns, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all.
Egypt’s telecommunications sector has experienced significant growth, with its GDP contribution increasing from 3.2 percent to 5.8 percent. The outsourcing sector expanded by 54 percent, and Egypt now ranks first in Africa for internet speed. The country also improved its digital transformation and cybersecurity rankings.
Dialog Axiata and Ericsson have achieved a significant milestone by deploying the world’s first commercial virtual base station controller (vBSC) in Sri Lanka. This cloud-native solution enhances network performance and power efficiency while reducing reliance on proprietary hardware, paving the way for advanced telecommunications in the region.
Thales Alenia Space has partnered with Moroccan operator Panafsat to develop a new satellite communications system aimed at providing very-high-throughput services across 26 African countries. This initiative supports digital transformation and connectivity improvements, addressing the digital divide and contributing to Morocco’s national digital strategy.
Zong, Pakistan’s leading cellular and digital services provider, has achieved the TIA-942-C Rated-3 Certification for its Data Center at Zong HQ in Islamabad. This certification reinforces Zong’s commitment to providing advanced data services and robust infrastructure, ensuring high security and reliability for its customers.
Ericsson and Zain Group have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency. The partnership focuses on deploying advanced 5G solutions and energy-saving features to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption across Zain’s networks, supporting the transition to Net Zero.
