Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
BARQ Systems has become one of Egypt’s first companies accredited under the MCIT cybersecurity framework, covering eight cybersecurity domains. The milestone strengthens Egypt’s digital infrastructure and supports Vision 2030’s goal of building a secure, resilient national digital ecosystem.
Ooredoo Group posted a 6% profit rise to QR3.1 billion and upgraded its dividend policy following strong 9-month performance driven by regional growth, digital investments, and data centre expansion. Strategic ventures in towers, fintech, and AI-ready infrastructure continue to strengthen its MENA leadership.
Ooredoo Group has partnered with Aduna to deliver standardized telecom APIs globally, enabling secure digital transactions across industries. Building on GSMA’s CAMARA framework, the partnership simplifies API integration for fintechs and enterprises while expanding Ooredoo’s role in the global API economy.
Zain Group posted a record $5.4 billion in revenue for the first nine months of 2025, up 15% year-on-year, driven by strong growth across digital verticals and operations. The Group declared a second interim dividend and reaffirmed its 4WARD strategy focus on AI, sustainability, and customer experience.
The partnership between Rakuten Symphony and SLT-Mobitel marks one of South Asia’s earliest Open RAN pilots, integrating 4G and 5G infrastructure to improve network agility and efficiency in Sri Lanka. Supported by Japan’s Open RAN initiative, it positions the nation at the forefront of next-generation telecom innovation.
Meeza signed a QAR 750 million ($205.5 million) agreement with a leading global hyperscaler to build a 6MW data centre in Qatar, expanding to 44MW in later phases. The deal positions Qatar as a regional digital infrastructure hub supporting AI and cloud innovation.
Kuwait City, October 29, 2025 — Zain Group, a leading telecommunications and digital services provider operating across eight markets in the Middle East and Africa, has announced a 16-year high consolidated revenue of KD 1.7 billion ($5.4 billion) for the first nine months of 2025, marking a 15% year-on-year (YoY) increase.
PTCL Group showcased Pakistan’s digital innovation and social impact at GITEX Global 2025, unveiling partnerships in IoT, CPaaS, and device services while spotlighting women’s empowerment, digital inclusion, and accessibility initiatives. The Group also won global recognition for its solar-powered water campaign in Thar.
UTAS Salalah hosted a cybersecurity awareness forum to boost digital protection skills and public understanding of online safety. The event included expert talks, interactive workshops, and student showcases, emphasizing Oman’s focus on cyber resilience and digital literacy.
Meta and Safaricom are partnering on a $2.9 billion undersea cable linking Oman and Kenya, known as the Daraja Project. The 4,108 km system will expand 4G, 5G, and broadband capacity, strengthen Kenya’s role as a regional tech hub, and enhance internet access and digital services across East Africa.