Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
SLT-MOBITEL has been recognized as Sri Lanka’s top telecommunications service provider in the PepperCube Tracker for August 2025, reaffirming its trusted status and commitment to innovation and customer excellence.
Ooredoo Kuwait’s double victory at the HRM Summit underscores its leadership in shaping a modern, inclusive, and dynamic workplace. By aligning employee well-being with business growth, the company continues to set new benchmarks for HR excellence in the region.
MTN’s recognition by Forbes reflects its evolution into one of the world’s most respected workplaces—one that combines digital innovation with people-first values. The ranking further reinforces its reputation as a purpose-driven organization driving Africa’s connectivity and inclusion goals.
du has been recognized by Ookla as one of the world’s top three 5G FWA operators, joining T-Mobile and Three for innovative use of 5G to drive broadband growth. The UAE operator now covers 99% of the population with 5G and aims to reach 40% broadband market share by 2027.
The MENA Data Center Market Database tracks 197 existing and 113 upcoming facilities, revealing $8 billion in new investments by 2027. Saudi Arabia leads the expansion with 45% of regional capacity, positioning MENA as a fast-emerging global hub for colocation and cloud infrastructure.
Bahrain’s recognition at the GCC Digital Government Awards underscores its leadership in citizen engagement, eService delivery, and cybersecurity innovation. Through platforms like MyGov and the Cyber Guardian Game, Bahrain continues to strengthen its position as a digital pioneer across the Gulf region.
Kuwait has set a Guinness World Record for the longest-distance remote robotic surgery at over 12,000 km, connecting surgeons in Kuwait and Brazil. Enabled by Zain’s low-latency network and supported by MOH and KFAS, the operation showcases Kuwait’s leadership in digital medicine and global healthcare innovation.
Grameenphone’s MyGP app has won the Bangladesh Technology Excellence Award 2025 for transforming into the country’s leading digital lifestyle platform. With 23M users, seamless payments, AutoPay, content partnerships, broadband services, and lifestyle features, MyGP has become a central hub for digital experiences in Bangladesh.
NBP has won the UnionPay International Award for Strategic Contribution – Marketing Promotion, marking its fifth major UPI recognition. The award celebrates NBP’s collaboration with Golootlo, driving debit card usage and digital adoption through nationwide campaigns, reaffirming its leadership in digital banking innovation and customer engagement.
Banglalink has been named Bangladesh’s first telco to earn Global Top Employer 2025 Certification, recognizing its people-first HR practices, inclusive culture, and talent development. The achievement reinforces its EVP Lead The Future and commitment to innovation, agility, and employee wellbeing in a rapidly evolving digital economy.