Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria has launched the Medusa submarine fiber-optic cable, a transformative project connecting Africa and Europe through a high-speed network spanning 8,700 km. With landing points in Algiers and Collo, the system will enhance 5G, cloud, and internet capacity, cementing Algeria’s role as a regional digital hub.
du reported Dh732 million in Q3 2025 net profit, up 25.8% on a normalised basis, driven by revenue growth, cost efficiency, and rising subscriber numbers. Strong ICT expansion and disciplined execution underpin du’s outlook for sustained growth and digital transformation leadership.
Orange Jordan and JETT signed a partnership to deliver enterprise connectivity and ICT solutions across Jordan. The collaboration, powered by Orange’s advanced MPLS network, supports JETT’s ongoing digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and improving passenger experiences through secure, smart communication services.
Vodafone Qatar posted a 13% rise in nine-month net profit to QR949mn, supported by 8.4% revenue growth across mobility, broadband, and managed services. EBITDA rose 8.5% to QR1.1bn, with RoE improving to 12.9%, underscoring the company’s focus on efficiency and sustainable shareholder returns.
Bangladesh’s state-run submarine cable operator denied claims of bandwidth shortage, citing 7,200 Gbps of current capacity and plans to reach 30,000 Gbps by 2026. The statement comes as the country’s first private cable project faces delays, underscoring tensions between state control and market liberalization.
Ooredoo Kuwait reported a Q3 2025 net profit of $221 million and a 9% revenue increase year-on-year. The company expects continued growth, backed by its 5G Advanced rollout and digital transformation strategy focused on customer experience and sustainable network development.
Axis Communications has appointed Loubna Imenchal as Regional Director for the Middle East, Turkey, Central Asia, and Africa. With over 20 years of leadership experience at Honeywell, Logitech, and Johnson Controls, she will spearhead Axis’s regional growth, partnerships, and inclusion initiatives across the MEA region.
The GSMA has launched two transformative initiatives with leading African mobile operators — one to make 4G smartphones more affordable and another to strengthen Africa’s homegrown AI ecosystem through localized language models.
Gulf Bridge International (GBI) has partnered with Nokia to deploy a next-generation optical network across the Middle East, using a new terrestrial route through Iraq to link Europe, Asia, and the Gulf. The system will deliver 50Tbps capacity with 100G–400G services, improving regional resilience and supporting the region’s growing cloud and digital economy.
ZTE and e& signed two major MoUs at GITEX Global 2025 to co-develop 5G private networks for smart cities and advance renewable energy innovation. The partnership supports UAE’s sustainability vision through AI-driven telecom infrastructure, energy-efficient systems, and next-generation connectivity across industries.