Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
A new UAE–Kenya subsea cable by du and PEACE Cable establishes the first direct digital corridor between East Africa and the Gulf, boosting internet speed, AI collaboration, and cloud connectivity while positioning both nations as emerging hubs in the global digital economy.
Bangladesh has approved a SIM-lock smartphone installment policy allowing telcos to sell devices on flexible payment plans, expanding access for low-income users and accelerating digital inclusion while ensuring fair competition and consumer protection.
stc Bahrain and center3 are advancing $320 million ICT projects — the 2Africa Pearls Subsea Cable and Bahrain Data Center Park — to expand digital connectivity, strengthen Bahrain’s data infrastructure, and support its Economic Vision 2030 goals for sustainable, innovation-led growth.
The Saudi Quantum Network Alliance, launched by KACST with partners including Aramco Digital’s Cybrani, Microsoft, Cisco, and Salam, aims to establish Saudi Arabia as a global hub for quantum communications and cybersecurity innovation while advancing national R&D goals under Saudi Vision 2030.
Omantel Group achieved record revenues of RO 2.49 billion and net profit of RO 243.4 million, up nearly 30% year-on-year, as domestic and Zain Group operations fueled growth. The results highlight Omantel’s evolution into a regional digital and telecom leader under its TechCo transformation strategy.
Zain Group achieved its best performance in 16 years, with KD 1.7 billion in revenue and 31% profit growth, driven by fintech, AI, and enterprise solutions under its 4WARD strategy — reaffirming its position as MENA’s leading digital powerhouse.
Tunisie Telecom’s Medusa cable landing in Bizerte strengthens Tunisia’s digital sovereignty and international connectivity, boosting bandwidth, innovation, and Mediterranean regional integration.
Riyadh — October 31, 2025:
In a landmark move for regional telecommunications, stc group and AST SpaceMobile have announced a 10-year commercial agreement to bring space-based cellular broadband connectivity directly to standard smartphones across Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Algérie Télécom deepens partnerships with academic and business institutions to strengthen innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation across Algeria.
Tunisie Telecom strengthens Tunisia’s digital sovereignty through decades of investment in submarine cables, driving connectivity, innovation, and national transformation.