Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
This six-month program is fully aligned with the national capacity-building strategy and embodies the vision of transferring technical expertise to…
Nepal Telecom’s 4G expansion project faces investigation over alleged contract violations, political interference, and substandard equipment linked to Huawei. Regulators are probing procurement practices, unpaid penalties, and strategic risks after delays, missing infrastructure, and rising costs undermined service quality and accountability.
Banglalink and Teletalk have initiated a national roaming field trial in Bangladesh, enabling their customers to access each other’s network coverage for the first time. This innovative collaboration aims to enhance mobile connectivity and promote network sharing between the operators, with a focus on seamless transition between networks in areas with coverage gaps. Once the field trial is completed, customers will enjoy expanded, seamless national coverage for all services. This initiative aligns with energy conservation and green infrastructure development and is already available in 22 countries worldwide.
AB Energy has partnered with China’s Wuxi Longmax Technology to manufacture mobile solar power plants in Oman, marking the country’s first venture into containerised clean-energy system production. The partnership will support regional markets, enable technology transfer, and establish a local assembly line to strengthen Oman’s renewable-energy ecosystem and sustainability goals.
As AI adoption grows, businesses must modernize their infrastructure with cloud-native technologies to meet increasing demands. Cloud-native solutions enable scalability, flexibility, and energy efficiency, supporting the vast computational needs of AI. This transformation is crucial for managing costs, ensuring performance, and fostering sustainability in the evolving AI landscape.
Afghan Wireless Communications Company (AWCC) has activated two telecommunication sites in Taywara district, benefiting over 50 villages in the region. Residents have expressed satisfaction with the service but have requested the activation of internet services as well. The activation has provided vital communication services to thousands of families.
Global IT services provider NTT DATA and hybrid multicloud specialist Nutanix have expanded their partnership across the Middle East and…
Saudi Arabia has introduced new digital services on the Absher platform, including features for passport issuance, national ID renewals, and educational qualification updates. These updates aim to streamline government procedures, reduce paperwork, and enhance service accessibility for both citizens and expatriates, aligning with the country’s digital transformation goals.
Algeria has launched the “DZ Travellers” platform to provide information, emergency support, and travel registration services for citizens abroad. The initiative enhances crisis coordination, aligns with Algeria’s digital transformation agenda, and underscores the state’s commitment to protecting its nationals globally.
Lebanon’s digital learning pilot reached over 2,400 students and 285 teachers across 14 public schools using UNICEF’s Madristi platform. The research highlights classroom engagement, challenges, and best practices, outlining what is needed to scale digital learning and strengthen 21st-century skills across public education systems.