Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
MTN South Sudan launched service in Abuyong Payam with USAF support, aiming to improve cash transfers and public services. Current coverage is limited to 5 km; expansion plans are underway, with commitments from USAF and MTN to boost connectivity and network reliability.
XDS Datacentres teams with ICS Arabia to build 10MW immersion-cooled data centres in Riyadh and Jeddah by 2026. Facilities will support AI, GPUaaS, and cloud workloads with Tier III certification and high uptime. This project advances Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and sustainable computing goals.
Oman’s Space Accelerators Programme supports ten startups in satellite communications, AI, IoT, and more, offering training and incentives. The initiative promotes space innovation aligned with Oman’s economic diversification and tech advancement goals.
du and omantel launch a 275-km subsea cable boosting connectivity between UAE and Oman, enhancing speed and reliability. The OEG supports digital transformation, cloud access, and regional economic growth, with dual routes ensuring network resilience.
stc group launched a secure, AI-powered nationwide LTE network for Saudi Arabia’s mission-critical sectors, enhancing reliability and innovation in government, healthcare, and oil and gas.
Sri Lanka aims for nationwide internet access in secondary schools by 2026, deploying smartboards and building a national education management system with support from the air force.
Telenor’s Pakistan exit is delayed by regulatory hurdles, threatening digital progress and 5G rollout; the group focuses on stronger markets while urging faster approval for its PTCL sale.
Vodafone Oman launched Makani Internet for Business, a flexible 5G-powered broadband service enabling enterprises to access high-speed connectivity without fibre, supporting operational resilience nationwide.
CINET’s internship programme develops Kuwaiti students’ skills in cybersecurity and data science, supporting the country’s digital transformation and fintech innovation goals.
A fire at Cairo’s Ramses Central Office led Vodafone, Orange, and Etisalat to reroute network traffic to backup centers, ensuring service continuity amid repairs and investigations.