Jordan’s ICT sector has grown nearly tenfold in revenue since 2000, driven by royal support and strategic initiatives. With over 46,000 employees, expanding education programs, thriving startups, and growing exports, ICT has become a pillar of Jordan’s economy, supported by advancing telecom infrastructure and increased digital connectivity.
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy grew to 15.6% of GDP in 2023, driven by strong ICT sector performance. ICT imports increased by 19.9%, exports surged 76.1%, and smart device adoption reached 71.6% of connected establishments, highlighting the kingdom’s advancing digital transformation and economic diversification.
Jordan’s ICT sector has grown rapidly, with revenues rising from $320 million to $3.6 billion since 2000. Supported by royal leadership and strong public-private collaboration, the sector now employs over 46,000 people, hosts 450 startups, and advances digital infrastructure, positioning Jordan as a key regional tech hub.
Jordan’s mobile phone imports have seen a decline in early 2025, with a shift towards a wider variety of brands offering more choices for consumers. This trend reflects a global slowdown in the smartphone market, marked by minimal growth in international shipments.
Pakistan has achieved a significant digital milestone with mobile subscriptions surpassing 200 million. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif will announce this achievement during a ceremony on May 16 or 17, 2025. The PTA is also offering free data bundles and smartphone giveaways to celebrate and promote digital inclusion.
Jordan’s telecommunications sector saw strong growth in Q4 2024, with significant increases in mobile broadband subscriptions, 5G adoption, and data usage. Fixed-line call traffic and text messaging also saw substantial rises. Notably, 5G subscriptions grew by 800% compared to Q4 2023, reflecting continued digital transformation across the Kingdom.
Bangladesh’s internet subscriber base showed signs of recovery in March 2025, with the addition of 750,000 new users. This growth follows a significant loss in subscribers over the previous months. The rise was driven by broadband subscriptions, while mobile user numbers continued to decline, including substantial losses from Banglalink and Teletalk.
Kantar’s Africascope Maghreb 2024 study reveals that urban Moroccans spend an average of 5 hours and 46 minutes daily on media, with internet usage soaring to 91%. Social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram dominate online activities, while television continues to hold strong with 2 hours and 57 minutes of daily viewing.
Jordan’s internet and social media usage have seen significant growth in 2025, with 10.7 million internet users and 6.45 million social media users. Platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn are thriving, while TikTok, Messenger, and X are experiencing declines. The rise underscores the country’s growing digital adoption.
Bangladesh’s mobile subscriber count dropped by 1.2 million in December 2024, continuing a six-month decline. The downturn was attributed to a rise in SIM taxation and economic challenges, with mobile operators losing millions of customers. A gender gap in mobile ownership also persists, with men far outpacing women in access.
