17 March 2026
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Morocco’s Cybersecurity Market Hits $1.2 Billion as Demand for MDR and SOC Services Accelerates

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Morocco’s cybersecurity market has reached $1.2 billion, supported by rising cyber threats, national security reforms and widespread digitalization. Demand is shifting toward MDR and SOC services as organizations seek round-the-clock monitoring and faster response capabilities. While government agencies and financial institutions lead spending, the sector faces a talent shortage and high deployment costs. Continued growth is expected as cybersecurity becomes a core business priority.

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Ooredoo Kuwait Launches Exclusive Roaming Packages for Fans Traveling to Qatar for Arab Cup 2025

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Ooredoo Kuwait has launched exclusive roaming offers for fans traveling to Qatar for Arab Cup 2025, including a free one-day 15GB data pass and a 50% discounted roaming pack with 500GB data and 500 minutes. A new permanent 2TB roaming package has also been introduced. The company aims to deliver high-value, seamless connectivity for supporters during the tournament and beyond.

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Jordan’s Propeller Launches $50M Fund III to Back Global AI Infrastructure Startups

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Jordan-based VC firm Propeller has launched a $50 million Fund III dedicated to horizontal AI infrastructure and AI-native applications. Operating across MENA and the US, the fund aims to connect regional talent with Silicon Valley while supporting US startups entering Middle Eastern markets. Propeller has already made five US-focused investments this year and has backed 30+ startups across its earlier funds, solidifying its position as a cross-border AI investor.

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Asiacell and Seamless Deepen 10-Year Partnership with Next-Generation Sales & Distribution Platform to Modernize Iraq’s Retail Ecosystem

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Asiacell and Seamless Distribution Systems have expanded their 10-year partnership by deploying a next-generation Sales & Distribution platform to modernize Iraq’s telecom retail ecosystem. Announced at MWC Doha 2025, the new system unifies Asiacell’s nationwide retail network under a smart, data-driven framework that improves partner performance, enhances operational efficiency, and strengthens customer experience. Both companies say the upgrade marks a major milestone in Iraq’s digital and retail transformation.

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Egypt Projects AI to Contribute 7.7% of National GDP by 2030

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Egypt forecasts that AI will contribute 7.7% to its GDP by 2030, supported by major investments in digital infrastructure and a national plan to train 30,000 specialists. The country’s US$490 million AI market is expanding across cybersecurity, renewable energy, and education. Experts say this holistic strategy will reinforce Egypt’s regional digital leadership and support long-term economic sustainability.

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Asmaa Elhussiney Leads New Patient Support and Education Initiatives at Egypt’s National Cancer Institute

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Asmaa Elhussiney and the Awareness Team at NCI Egypt have launched several patient-focused educational initiatives, including sessions on personal hygiene for children, chemotherapy-related hair loss, oral mucositis prevention, and hand and foot syndrome. Each program combines practical guidance with supportive resources, helping patients manage treatment side effects and maintain better daily health during their cancer journey.

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Grameenphone Partners with BSCL to Bring Starlink Satellite Internet to Enterprise Customers in Bangladesh

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Grameenphone has partnered with Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited to deliver Starlink satellite internet to enterprise clients across Bangladesh. The service is aimed at remote and hard-to-reach areas where traditional networks are limited, ensuring business continuity during outages or emergencies. Leaders from both organizations said the collaboration will strengthen the nation’s digital backbone and improve connectivity for critical operations.

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Bangladesh Sets Date for First-Ever 700MHz Spectrum Auction to Boost 4G and Future 5G Expansion

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Bangladesh will auction the 700MHz band for the first time on 14 January 2026, offering 25MHz to the country’s four mobile operators. The band—critical for long-range 4G and future 5G expansion—comes to auction after years of disputes and legal delays. With reduced spectrum prices and strong industry demand, the auction is expected to reshape nationwide coverage and improve mobile broadband quality.

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Muslim World League Unveils ‘Minhaj,’ a Global Digital Reference Platform for Islamic Studies

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The Muslim World League has launched Minhaj, a new digital platform offering credible Islamic scholarship and multilingual, interactive learning tools. Presented in Makkah by Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, the platform is based on a globally developed Shariah framework and formally approved by the Islamic Fiqh Council. Its goal is to eliminate contradictory interpretations and provide a unified, trusted reference for Muslims worldwide. The launch gathered key religious leaders from Saudi Arabia, Algeria, and Indonesia.

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Africa’s Smartphone Market Surges 24% in Q3 2025, Marking a Strong Rebound After Five-Quarter Slowdown

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Africa’s smartphone market grew 24 percent in Q3 2025, rebounding strongly after five quarters of decline. Transsion, Samsung, and Xiaomi led the market as stabilising currencies, expanded financing, and improved retail activity lifted demand. South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, and Kenya saw major gains across both entry-level and premium segments. However, Omdia expects a 6 percent decline in 2026 as rising costs and currency pressures strain affordability, particularly in the low-end 4G category.

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