Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt’s mobile subscriptions approached 120 million in 2024, driven by increased internet use and new services like eSIM and Wi-Fi Calling. The country advanced its digital infrastructure with full 5G licensing and phased rollout targeting key urban and economic areas.
Pakistan’s largest telecom operator Jazz says it will begin a phased rollout of 5G services, targeting 1,000 network sites by…
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy grew to 15.6% of GDP in 2023, driven by strong ICT sector performance. ICT imports increased by 19.9%, exports surged 76.1%, and smart device adoption reached 71.6% of connected establishments, highlighting the kingdom’s advancing digital transformation and economic diversification.
Mobile phone imports in Pakistan declined by 16.31% in July-May 2024-25, with a sharp 35.83% drop in May 2025 compared to last year. Despite this, overall merchandise exports rose by 5.15%, while total imports increased by 7.50% in the same period.
Google Pay is launching soon in Bangladesh, starting with City Bank cardholders, enabling NFC-based payments and digital wallet use. The move follows its success across South and Southeast Asia, boosting Bangladesh’s digital finance growth alongside local platforms like bKash.
Egypt plans a EGP 13 billion investment in its ICT sector for the 2025/2026 fiscal year to accelerate digital transformation and enhance infrastructure. The investment includes expanding mobile towers, training 600,000 workers, and boosting digital exports, with a focus on building long-term competitiveness in the regional tech market.
Cairo – September 27, 2025 The 8th edition of DevOpsDays Cairo 2025 was inaugurated today under the auspices of H.E….
A Taste of Iconic Iftar and Suhoor Dishes Egypt welcomes the holy month of Ramadan with a visible sense of…
Bosta and Mastercard have partnered to provide Egyptian SMEs with logistics benefits and payment-enabled support, launching discounts for Mastercard Business cardholders and strengthening the infrastructure needed for faster, more efficient e-commerce growth.
The amendment represents a notable policy shift, positioning Bangladesh toward a governance model that prioritizes transparency, regulatory accountability, and the protection of digital connectivity as a foundation for economic and social development in the digital age.