Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman says the country cannot progress without ensuring women’s safety both online and offline, calling for stronger national protection systems, digital safety education, community safeguards and expanded leadership opportunities for women.
flydubai will equip 100 Boeing 737s with Starlink high-speed inflight Wi-Fi by 2026, delivering streaming-grade connectivity and elevating its competitive edge in passenger experience.
Algeria will expand mobile coverage to 4,500 new areas by 2027, focusing on rural communities while advancing satellite, fibre and corridor connectivity to close digital gaps.
Telecom Egypt has completed the infrastructure for the 45,000-km 2Africa subsea system, a record-breaking cable set to deliver massive capacity, strengthen Africa–Europe connectivity, and position Egypt as a global digital hub.
e& delivered robust H1 2025 results with AED 34.9 billion in revenue, strong AI and cloud expansion, new global partnerships, and strategic investments that solidify its position as a leading technology and digital transformation group.
Space42 has successfully completed the first public test flight of its ApusNeo18 HAPS aircraft in the UAE, validating stratospheric performance and preparing the platform for commercial-scale geospatial and telecom applications.
Airtel Malawi has launched 5G in ten districts and activated VoLTE nationwide, boosting speeds, voice quality and network resilience as part of a major long-term expansion strategy.
Dialog showcased Sri Lanka’s fastest 5G-ready network at INFOTEL 2025 with interactive demos including smart cities, VR tourism, cloud gaming, and AI-powered creativity. The exhibit highlighted how ultra-fast, low-latency connectivity will enable next-gen services and strengthen Sri Lanka’s digital transformation across industries and public life.
Vodafone Egypt reported 46.1% revenue growth in the first half of 2025, reaching EGP 55 billion and achieving its highest market share. With EGP 7.53 billion invested in network upgrades, the operator continues strengthening coverage, resilience, and readiness for future technologies across Egypt.
Niger has completed 1,031 km of fiber for the Trans-Saharan Backbone, enabling future links to Benin, Nigeria, Chad, Algeria, and Burkina Faso. The project aims to enhance digital access, reduce connectivity costs, and secure international bandwidth via neighboring countries’ submarine cable networks, though interconnection timelines remain unclear.