Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Vodafone Egypt has acquired additional spectrum in the 1,800MHz band and renewed its 2,600MHz holdings to boost 4G capacity, improve network performance, and support rising demand for mobile data and digital services across Egypt’s growing telecom market.
The UAE’s Digital School has partnered with Starlink to deliver satellite-enabled digital education to underserved communities worldwide, combining connectivity and accredited learning platforms to expand access to education and digital skills globally.
Es’hailSat and Telesat have formed a strategic partnership to explore LEO satellite connectivity services, aiming to deliver low-latency, high-performance broadband solutions while strengthening Qatar’s position in next-generation satellite communications.
Africa’s gaming industry generated $2.29 billion in 2025, driven primarily by mobile gaming and strong growth rates, though payment challenges and infrastructure limitations continue to shape monetisation and market expansion across the continent.
VEON is repositioning from a telecom operator into a diversified digital services platform across frontier markets, using payments, fintech, and satellite-enabled resilience to expand beyond connectivity while leveraging Dubai as its operational hub for talent, capital access, and regional reach.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reported a 12% rise in net profit for 2025, driven by AI-led service innovation, network investments, and improved customer experience, reflecting continued momentum in its digital transformation strategy and strengthening financial performance.
du reported strong 2025 financial results with revenue rising 8.7 percent and net profit up 16.8 percent, driven by connectivity growth, digital infrastructure expansion, and increasing contributions from cloud, AI, and data centre services.
Ooredoo Group reported a 12 percent rise in net profit for 2025, driven by infrastructure investment, digital expansion, and strong performance across key markets as the operator accelerates its transition toward digital platforms and AI-ready infrastructure.
Starlink’s launch in Tajikistan aims to extend broadband access to remote regions through low-Earth orbit satellite connectivity, addressing infrastructure gaps while raising questions around affordability and state-controlled internet governance.
Zain Bahrain reported higher revenue and stable profitability for 2025, driven by digital expansion, 5G investment, and ICT growth, while maintaining strong margins and continuing its transition toward a broader digital services and ICT-focused business model.