Huawei Cloud has launched its Cairo Region, serving 28 African countries with innovative cloud services. It also introduced a new Arabic language model for automatic speech recognition with 96% accuracy. These initiatives aim to support digital transformation and enhance services across Africa, including Egypt, Ethiopia, and Algeria.
The People’s National Assembly (APN) of Algeria has inaugurated its new data center, located on the fifth floor of its building, on October 31, 2024. The facility is touted as one of Algeria’s most modern and will handle data processing, storage, and security systems.
Digital innovation is rapidly transforming the healthcare sector in the Middle East, with investments in AI, robotics, and genomic medicine expected to drive spending in the GCC to $135.5 billion by 2027. The region is embracing technology to improve patient care, efficiency, and health outcomes across various initiatives.
The National Center for Human Rights, in partnership with the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, held a discussion in Amman on digital technologies and human rights in the MENA region. The event emphasized the need for national institutions to balance innovation with the protection of digital rights and freedoms.
Robi Axiata posted a record profit of Tk 7.03 billion in 2024, driven by operational efficiency and strategic investments, despite challenges such as internet blackouts and rising SIM taxes. Revenue growth was minimal, but the company declared a 15% cash dividend, marking its highest payout since 2020.
e& UAE achieved TM Forum’s Platinum Open API certification, the first in the MENA region to do so for 20 unique APIs. This milestone enhances connectivity, interoperability, and system portability. e& UAE’s Developer Portal offers free access to standardized APIs, fostering innovation. This certification underscores e& UAE’s commitment to digital transformation and technological excellence.
Derasat, Bahrain’s Centre for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies, continued to strengthen regional and global partnerships throughout 2024. The centre advanced its strategic initiatives, including collaborations with international institutions, the launch of the “Green Houses of Worship” programme, and contributions to Bahrain’s digital transformation efforts.
Huawei awarded winners of the ‘Women in Tech’ ICT competition in Dhaka. The competition, partnered with UNESCO, aimed to develop local ICT talent among female STEM students and recent graduates. The top teams and individuals received cash prizes to implement their innovative tech solutions.
Kazakhstan has surpassed Japan in mobile internet speed, ranking 57th globally in the Speedtest Global Index for December 2024. With a median download speed of 53.76 Mbps, Kazakhstan outpaced Japan’s 53.54 Mbps. The UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait ranked as the top countries for median download speed.
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), in collaboration with Roscosmos, plans to launch a dual satellite program to enhance communication and security across Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. This initiative aims to establish advanced connectivity and monitor resources and border security from space.
