Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt and Italy’s Nova Technology della Vita Academy will establish five applied technology schools for electricity sector training starting 2025/2026, focusing on global standards and renewable energy skills to enhance workforce readiness and economic development.
MTN South Africa’s new ‘Handset Rent-to-Own’ program offers affordable 4G/5G smartphones without credit checks, supporting users ahead of the 2027 2G/3G shutdown. The initiative targets low-income customers to boost smartphone adoption and network transition.
Saudi Arabia’s KACARE and SWA developed a solar-powered, zero-carbon desalination system using forward osmosis, reducing wastewater by 20%. This innovation supports the Kingdom’s water security and low-carbon economy goals through sustainable renewable energy solutions.
Blacklane has launched premium chauffeur services in Manama, Bahrain, expanding its GCC footprint. Offering airport transfers, city rides, and cross-border trips to Saudi cities, the company plans EV integration to support Bahrain’s sustainable mobility goals.
MTN Group and Agility Arabia successfully transformed MTN’s procurement division using a Lean Agile Procurement framework. The initiative improved RFP cycle times by 55% and doubled the Agile Net Promoter Score, enhancing agility and operational effectiveness across 16 African markets.
KACARE and Saudi Water Authority developed a solar-powered forward osmosis desalination system in Riyadh, cutting wastewater by 20% and operating with zero carbon emissions. This project advances Saudi Arabia’s water security and low-carbon economy goals.
Wipro won a multi-year contract to implement a Smart Meter Data Management system for Saudi Electric Company’s National Grid SA. The project aims to improve grid stability, forecasting, fault detection, and operational efficiency, supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals.
VA Tech Wabag won a SAR 1.02 billion contract to build a 300 MLD seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. This project strengthens Saudi Vision 2030 goals and showcases Wabag’s leadership in large-scale water technology solutions.
Pakistan has produced 14.24 million mobile phones locally in H1 2025, reducing imports to 0.86 million. Supported by government policies and Chinese investments, domestic manufacturing now dominates, with strong demand for affordable keypad phones and growing smartphone production.
Oman’s Sohar Port partners with HYNAT SA to develop a natural hydrogen ecosystem, focusing on production, logistics, storage, and market demand. This initiative supports the nation’s clean energy transition and positions Sohar as a sustainable energy gateway aligned with Vision 2040.