Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Orange Business launches the second edition of “Orange Business Talks” at CAISEC ’25, highlighting cybersecurity and emerging tech to support digital transformation. Featuring expert Greg van der Gaast, the initiative reinforces Orange’s commitment to empowering secure, innovative business growth in the region.
Mohamed Abdallah expands his role from Vodafone Egypt CEO to lead Vodacom’s International Markets, overseeing operations in DRC, Lesotho, Mozambique, and Tanzania, unifying leadership to accelerate digital inclusion and growth across Africa.
Samadhan Services Limited, affiliated with Grameen Telecom Trust, has received its final payment service provider licence from Bangladesh Bank after a multi-year application process. The licence enables Samadhan to offer digital wallet services, joining eight other licensed PSPs, and supports Bangladesh’s expanding fintech sector.
BBK has launched a BD5.2 million project to build a new health centre in Galali, Bahrain. The two-storey facility will offer extensive medical services including consultation clinics, emergency care, maternal and dental units. The initiative aligns with Bahrain’s Vision 2030 and BBK’s commitment to enhancing healthcare access and infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia deploys free high-speed WiFi, full 4G/5G coverage, and AI-based crowd management for Hajj pilgrims, enhancing connectivity and safety during the world’s largest religious event.
Ghana and UAE partner to build the Ghana-UAE Innovations and Technology Hub, attracting global tech giants to foster AI development and digital transformation. The initiative includes a 25 km² development site funded by UAE’s PCFC, cementing Ghana’s position as a leading African tech hub.
Bahrain and Qatar reinforce cooperation in transport and infrastructure, reviewing key projects like the Bahrain–Qatar Causeway and maritime linkage. Both nations commit to accelerating connectivity initiatives supporting GCC economic integration and regional prosperity.
e& enterprise and Exeed Industries join forces to develop an Industry 4.0 digital transformation roadmap, focusing on AI-driven manufacturing modernization aligned with UAE’s sustainability and economic diversification goals.
PTCL partners with DWP Technologies and Dell to modernize data centres, enhancing operational efficiency and scalability with advanced storage platforms and active-active metro architecture.
VEON and QazCode launch AI Tutor in Kazakhstan, an AI-powered Kazakh language learning assistant embedded in Beeline’s Janymda app, promoting digital inclusion through gamified modules powered by the KazLLM large language model.