Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan’s record IT export growth underscores the sector’s rising prominence as a key driver of foreign exchange and economic progress, with strategic plans in place to accelerate future expansion.
Maroc Telecom’s total customer base topped 80 million in H1 2025 (+2.3%), led by subsidiary growth across Africa. Mobile subscribers in Morocco reached 18.9 million, while international operations serve over 57 million. Consolidated revenue rose 1.2% to $3.67 billion despite slight net profit decline.
Pakistan’s IT exports hit $3.8 billion in FY25 (+18%), led by services but needing growth in productization and hardware manufacturing. Experts call for stronger tech diplomacy, industry integration, IPO drives, and policy alignment to sustain growth and build a global tech brand.
Morocco ranks 96th globally with an average fixed broadband speed of 61.43 Mbps, well below the global average of 103 Mbps. Leading countries exceed 200 Mbps, highlighting a major gap. Continued investment is needed for Morocco to improve its digital infrastructure and connectivity.
Oman’s telecom sector shows strong growth with mobile subscriptions surpassing population, led by IoT and broadband adoption, while legacy fixed-line technologies decline.
Nepal’s smartphone imports increased 24% in FY 2081/82, driven by renewed consumer demand post-pandemic and holiday season sales prospects, signaling a robust market recovery.
Egyptian researcher Ayther Amr combines IoT-enabled precision agriculture with eco-friendly Trichoderma fungi to combat crop disease sustainably. Successful greenhouse and field trials in Egypt pave the way for expansion across Africa and Asia.
Oman’s telecom sector experiences rapid growth with mobile and IoT subscriptions soaring amid a $441.5 million digital transformation initiative. Vision 2040 targets 80 percent digital government services by 2025, backed by major infrastructure projects and public investments accelerating smart connectivity and innovation.
UAE achieves 100% adult mobile phone ownership, leads global mobile-driven online shopping, and exhibits high internet usage, highlighting its advanced digital ecosystem in the GCC.
Iraq’s internet penetration rose from 44.3% in 2019 to 82.9% in 2024. The Ministry of Communications plans additional infrastructure projects with public-private partnerships to support the country’s digital transformation and modernize its telecommunications network.