Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman’s telecom sector grew 15.5% year-on-year, with IoT subscriptions more than doubling to 1.56 million and mobile broadband reaching 5.59 million. Fiber and 5G continued to expand, while DSL and fixed 4G collapsed, signaling a clear market shift toward next-generation connectivity.
Paystack is sponsoring Nigeria’s 2025 Kids Innovation Challenge, empowering children aged 10–17 from disadvantaged backgrounds to create tech solutions for education, healthcare, and jobs. The initiative, run by The Destiny Trust, combines training, mentorship, and holistic support to nurture Africa’s next generation of innovators.
Walton has made history by exporting 2,500 motherboards to the US for security devices, marking Bangladesh’s first-ever motherboard export to the American market. The deal with Safepro Technologies highlights Walton’s global expansion and positions Bangladesh as a new contender in the $80 billion PCBA industry.
Indus Towers and IIT Madras have launched a pioneering research initiative into Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP), exploring its potential as a lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and sustainable alternative to steel for telecom towers. The project aims to set new benchmarks for resilient, eco-friendly infrastructure.
ZTE and Mobiuz have completed the first phase of a network modernisation project in Karakalpakstan and Khorezm, Uzbekistan. Over 1,200 new base stations were deployed, boosting internet speeds by up to 33% and raising data traffic by more than 30%. Future phases will further enhance connectivity.
Pakistan’s IT Ministry (Ignite) and HUM Network have launched the Center of Excellence in Gaming & Animation (CEGA), the country’s biggest initiative in the sector. The project will train youth, foster startups, and expand exports, while Pakistan and Turkey also agreed to strengthen ICT collaboration.
Al Mudhaibi Industrial City in Oman secured four new investment projects in H1 2025, showcasing its growing appeal as a manufacturing hub. The development aligns with Vision 2040 goals to diversify the economy, attract private-sector investors, and generate employment through industrial expansion.
MiroTech Group has partnered with SolarWinds as an official reseller and service provider in Iraq and Kurdistan. The deal enables MiroTech to deliver IT monitoring, performance, and cybersecurity solutions amid rising demand for digital infrastructure and government-led transformation initiatives in the country.
A consortium of PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt, and ZOI has launched the AAE-2 subsea cable project, linking Asia, Africa, and Europe via advanced subsea and terrestrial routes. The system will deliver unprecedented capacity, resilience, and scalability to meet global digital transformation and cloud connectivity demands.
Kalaam Carrier Solutions has renewed its three-year partnership with Riedel Networks to enhance mission-critical connectivity for motorsport events and enterprises across MENA. Anchored by Bahrain’s KNOT cable system, the partnership will expand infrastructure, interconnection points, and digital services for industries and broadcasters.