Dell Technologies has partnered with Saudi-based Ejada to explore growth in AI and multi-cloud solutions through Dell’s Apex models. The collaboration aims to enhance research, product development, and market exploration, leveraging both organizations’ strengths to drive innovation and improve technological capabilities in Saudi Arabia.
Zain Saudi Arabia reported a net profit of 150 million riyals for Q3 2024, a 114.3% increase from the previous year. However, net profits for the first nine months declined by 75.6% to 322 million riyals. The company also faced rising operating and credit loss expenses.
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has achieved the prestigious TIA-942-C data center certification, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s data center industry. The certification emphasizes PTCL’s commitment to excellence, offering secure, cost-effective, and resilient hosting services that support businesses’ IT infrastructure needs across major cities in Pakistan.
e& UAE has launched a revolutionary Fibre-to-the-Room (FTTR) solution, delivering high-speed internet directly to each room in homes. This innovative service addresses Wi-Fi coverage issues in large residential spaces, ensuring seamless connectivity for smart homes, gamers, and tech users. It represents a significant step towards a digitally empowered future.
Maxab and Wasoko have completed their merger, creating Africa’s largest B2B retail network with over 450,000 merchants and 4,000 employees across five countries. The combined entity, led by co-CEOs Belal El-Megharbel and Daniel Yu, aims to double its revenue by year-end while enhancing trade between North and East Africa.
By 2029, 5G subscriptions in the region are projected to reach 519 million, contributing to 48% of total data traffic.
KEMS Zajil Telecom, part of the Kalaam Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Huawei to upgrade Kuwait’s telecommunications infrastructure using Huawei’s advanced DWDM technology. This collaboration aims to enhance network capacity and performance across Kuwait, paving the way for a more connected future.
Jordan has partnered with IrisGuard and VFS Global to provide expatriates with access to government services using iris recognition technology. The national digital ID service (Sanad) is now available in the U.S. and Canada, allowing over 200,000 Jordanians to access services without returning to Jordan.
Egypt and Burkina Faso are enhancing digital cooperation, focusing on sharing expertise and developing digital infrastructure. This collaboration aims to support Egypt’s “Digital Egypt 2030” strategy and Burkina Faso’s efforts to modernize public services, fostering technological partnerships and economic opportunities for both nations.
Ncell and Meta are partnering to provide Nepalese mobile subscribers with free access to Facebook Basic Mode and text-only web browsing through the Discover app, even without a data package. This initiative aims to increase internet adoption and digital inclusivity in Nepal.
