Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal Telecom is preparing to launch 5G in Kathmandu and Pokhara, pending spectrum approval from the NTA. The operator plans selective SA-5G deployment in high-demand zones, with equipment procurement beginning once frequencies are granted. A commercial rollout is expected by FY 2082/83, marking Nepal’s first public 5G service.
Morocco has signed an agreement to build the National School of Advanced Technologies in Dakhla, a MAD 100 million project supporting development in the southern provinces. The school will specialize in AI, robotics, and digital systems, expand regional engineering programs, strengthen research, and align with national efforts to boost education and economic growth.
Morocco’s cybersecurity market has reached $1.2 billion, driven by rising cyberattacks, government initiatives, and digital transformation. Demand for MDR and SOC services is growing across government, finance, telecom, and industry, though talent shortages and high deployment costs persist. Continued expansion is expected as cybersecurity becomes essential for national and enterprise resilience.
Zain Jordan has won the 2025 Global Economics Award for Best Digital Transformation Initiative for its Agentic AI program. The initiative improved efficiency, cut processing time by 80%, boosted satisfaction to 95%, and saved over 1,000 work hours. The award reinforces Zain’s leadership in AI-driven telecom innovation and Jordan’s growing digital ecosystem.
Umniah will invest JD300 million over five years to expand 5G, fiber, cloud, and data-center infrastructure in Jordan. CEO Faisal Al-Jalahma highlighted major upgrades, education-sector connectivity, and partnerships with global tech firms. The company’s initiatives support national digital transformation, sustainability goals, and social development across underserved communities.
Orange Jordan is renaming its mobile network to “Inclusion” for one week to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The initiative supports the company’s digital inclusion strategy, empowering persons with disabilities through accessibility, community partnerships, and awareness. It underscores Orange Jordan’s long-term commitment to inclusive digital leadership in the country.
Asiacell and LigaData have achieved new milestones in their AI and data partnership, deploying GPU-enabled AI Fabric and the LigaData Data Platform to enhance churn prediction, marketing personalization, network optimization, and real-time analytics. The unified data environment supports Asiacell’s goal of becoming an AI-powered telecom operator with intelligent, data-driven operations.
Paymob and RTG have formed a strategic partnership to merge digital payments, AI, automation, and user experience development into a unified ecosystem. Aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030, the collaboration aims to accelerate digital transformation for SMEs and enterprises, support regional expansion, and strengthen Egypt’s position as a digital innovation hub.
Bangladesh’s government is prioritising tech-driven agriculture, with Shafiqul Alam stressing the need for modern storage, export pathways, and farmer protection. He highlighted global market risks, Chinese interest in revitalising the jute sector, and the need to expand grain storage to ensure food security. Protecting farmland and boosting productivity remain national priorities.
Grameenphone and BSCL have partnered to introduce Starlink’s satellite internet for enterprise customers in Bangladesh, enabling high-speed connectivity in remote and infrastructure-challenged regions. The collaboration supports mission-critical industries, strengthens national digital resilience, and enhances business continuity with low-latency, high-availability satellite services powered by Starlink’s advanced technology.