Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal’s 4G users have surpassed 25.7 million, driving mobile broadband penetration to 89%. Ntc and Ncell lead the market, adding 156,000 new subscribers in one month. With legacy 2G/3G networks set for shutdown, Nepal prepares for a 5G future while striving to improve 4G service quality.
Jordan has ranked first in the Arab world and 20th globally in cybersecurity with a 98.6% score, reflecting strong ICT talent and growth. The sector employs 46,000 people, contributes JD3.6 billion to GDP, and attracts global tech giants, positioning Jordan as a regional hub for digital transformation and innovation.
Bahrain has jumped from twelfth to fifth place globally for fastest mobile internet speeds, hitting 233.22 Mbps downloads, 21.93 Mbps uploads, and 16 ms latency. The achievement reflects its growing role as a digital hub, surpassing Saudi Arabia and signaling strong progress in its tech transformation.
The TRC’s Q2 2025 report shows strong momentum in mobile and broadband usage. Mobile broadband grew 15.5% year-on-year, while fiber broadband reached 76% of subscriptions. SMS traffic surged 18.2%, and average monthly broadband usage hit 605 GB. Fixed voice services, however, continued their gradual decline.
Egypt’s mobile wallet ecosystem surged in Q2 2025, with $19.6 billion in transactions, 718 million payments processed, and 46.3 million active wallets. Led by Vodafone Cash, the market reflects growing trust in digital finance, supported by NTRA’s regulatory efforts and a consumer shift toward financial inclusion and innovation.
Bangladesh’s internet subscriptions rose by 24 lakh in July, lifting the total to 13.60 crore after months of decline. Growth was led by mobile operators, with broadband also gaining modestly. While tax hikes and reduced subsidies caused last year’s slump, renewed operator efforts and rising data usage are driving recovery.
The Kuwait data center colocation market is forecast to grow from USD 16 million in 2024 to USD 95 million by 2030 at a CAGR of 34.57%. Strong submarine connectivity, renewable energy integration, and Vision 2035 investments are fueling growth, with major players including Ooredoo, stc Kuwait, Zain, and new entrants like Khazna.
Morocco’s telecom sector added nearly 2 million new internet users in 2024, reaching 40.2 million. Mobile internet dominates the market, while fixed-line services also grew. Complaints fell by 14%, and domain registrations expanded, showing steady digital adoption across the country.
BNET has recorded a 99.63% success rate in delivering fibre-based home internet across Bahrain, driven by initiatives such as the One-Stop Shop, 24-hour appointment booking, and the Fast Track programme. The milestone reinforces Bahrain’s ambition to strengthen its digital infrastructure and position itself as a regional connectivity leader.
Bahrain ranked fifth globally for mobile internet speed in 2025, achieving an average download speed of 233.22 Mbps, according to Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index. The result underscores the Kingdom’s strong digital infrastructure investments and its position as a regional leader in connectivity and technological innovation.