GITEX Africa Morocco 2025, under the patronage of King Mohammed VI, will be held in Marrakech from April 14–16. This leading event will focus on Africa’s digital transformation, featuring key industry summits, government collaboration, and global partnerships. It aims to position Africa as a major player in the global tech ecosystem.
Maroc Telecom and Inwi have partnered to accelerate 5G and fiber optic network expansion in Morocco. The joint ventures, FiberCo and TowerCo, aim to enhance connectivity by building thousands of towers and expanding fiber networks. The project, valued at AED 4.4 billion, will significantly improve internet access and mobile services.
Mobile gaming in Bangladesh is booming, with affordable smartphones and internet packages driving growth. Popular games like PUBG Mobile and Free Fire have led to a thriving eSports industry, with local teams gaining international recognition. The rise of gaming hubs and tournaments is creating new opportunities for young professionals.
The IMF report outlines the GCC nations’ ambitious digital transformation plans, aiming to boost the digital economy’s share of GDP and enhance government service digitalization. Targets include significant growth in digital economy contributions, with the UAE aiming for full government digitalization by 2025 and other nations setting similar goals.
International Textile Limited (ITL) is enhancing its operations by adopting RISE with SAP, a cloud-based ERP solution. This move aims to improve efficiency, scalability, and real-time decision-making, while also integrating AI and sustainability features. ITL’s adoption of this technology will strengthen its competitive position in Pakistan’s textile sector.
Saudi Arabia’s transportation sector experienced record demand during Ramadan, with the Haramain High-Speed Railway carrying over 1.2 million passengers. Public transport buses, ride-hailing, car rentals, and logistics also saw significant growth. These achievements reflect the success of regulatory efforts and the country’s ongoing commitment to Vision 2030’s goals.
Global generative AI spending is set to reach $644 billion by 2025, driven by hardware integration, with 80% of spending focused on devices like servers and smartphones. Despite high failure rates in early projects, the growth reflects AI’s increasing role in business and consumer technology, impacting all IT spending markets.
Emirates has launched Emirates Courier Express, a revolutionary end-to-end delivery solution designed for faster, direct global deliveries. With an average delivery time of under 48 hours, the service operates across seven markets, offering flexible service levels. It leverages Emirates’ vast network for faster, more efficient package transportation.
Tunisie Telecom, in partnership with Ericsson, has launched its NSA 5G services, using TDD spectrum to deliver multi-gigabit speeds. The 5G network leverages 3.5 GHz and refarmed 4G spectrum, with downlink speeds reaching 2.1 Gbps. The launch follows the company’s 5G licence approval in November 2024.
Maroc Telecom and Inwi have signed an expanded partnership to accelerate fibre optic and 5G deployment across Morocco. The agreement includes creating two joint ventures: FiberCo to expand fibre optic networks and TowerCo to build new towers. The first phase is valued at MAD4.4 billion ($457 million).
