Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Orange’s Africa and Middle East segment led a 12.8% EBITDAaL growth, prompting the group to raise its 2025 growth target above 3%. The company reported solid H1 results, with strong Orange Money growth and a new cybersecurity division launch.
Space42, Microsoft, and Esri launched the Map Africa Initiative to create detailed, scalable base maps for all African countries. This five-year collaboration uses AI and cloud tech to support infrastructure development, smart cities, and economic growth across the continent.
Huawei and Saudi Arabia’s MCIT launched the Future Skills Center in Riyadh to boost digital skills in AI, 5G, and smart tech. The center builds on Huawei’s successful Future Space exhibition and supports Vision 2030 by fostering local talent and innovation.
stc Group achieved record H1 revenues of SAR 38.66 billion with net profit up 13.38%. Growth was driven by cost efficiency, digital banking expansion, and a strategic Oracle cloud partnership. Sustainability efforts boosted its MSCI ESG rating to “A.”
Telecom Egypt’s Q2 2025 financial results will offer insights into its performance across fixed and mobile services, digital infrastructure, and cloud offerings, reflecting its pivotal role in Egypt’s telecom sector.
Robi’s strong profit rebound driven by cost controls and subscriber growth underscores its resilience amid revenue pressures and highlights its leadership in 4G and data services in Bangladesh.
Meezan Bank’s launch of Visa Global eSIM marks a milestone in Pakistan’s digital payment and connectivity landscape, providing premium travelers with innovative, hassle-free international data access.
du’s Business Summer Roaming Offers enhance global connectivity for UAE enterprises, enabling smooth communication and operational efficiency on the move.
Dialog Axiata’s affordable 5G smartphone launch with ZTE makes cutting-edge connectivity widely accessible, fueling Sri Lanka’s digital inclusion and technology adoption.
Nepal Telecom’s quick resolution of the 4G and VoLTE outage restores confidence in the network’s stability, though billing system upgrades remain key to preventing similar future disruptions.