Egypt’s NTRA Offers Free Data After Fire Disrupts Telecom Services in Cairo
Egypt’s telecom regulator provides free data allowances to users after a fire at Cairo’s Ramses Central exchange disrupts services, while investigating the incident’s cause.
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Widebot Raises $3 Million to Develop Arabic AI Model “AQL Mind”
Widebot, an Egyptian AI startup, has raised $3 million in a pre-Series A funding round to advance its Arabic language model, AQL Mind. The company, now based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, aims to provide accurate AI solutions for Arabic dialects, supporting businesses and government entities in the region.
Flytxt Named a Niche Player in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ forAI in CSP Customer and Business Operations
Dubai, UAE, 2 October 2025: Flytxt, a leading provider of Enterprise AI for telecom and subscription businesses, headquartered in the…
Algeria Launches National University Digital Library to Boost Higher Education and Research
Algeria’s Ministry of Higher Education has launched the University Digital Library, a platform hosting over 110,000 academic and research documents. The initiative, led by Minister Kamel Baddari, aims to modernize higher education through digital access, promote intellectual property collaboration with INAPI, and preserve national heritage. It reinforces Algeria’s vision of open knowledge, digital inclusion, and innovation-led learning.
Huawei Jordan Hosts Media Forum to Drive Digital Transformation and Innovation in the Media Sector
Huawei hosted the Huawei Jordan Media Forum in Amman, focusing on digital transformation in the media sector. The forum explored opportunities in AI, cloud, and ICT solutions to empower media organizations, align with Jordan’s national digital strategies, and foster youth innovation through training and collaboration.
Jazz CEO Stresses Role of Mobile Early Warning Systems at MWC 2025
Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of Jazz, emphasized the importance of mobile-powered Early Warning Systems (EWS) for mitigating the impact of natural disasters during his speech at MWC 2025. He highlighted the need for real-time alerts and AI-driven solutions to reduce casualties and economic losses, particularly in climate-vulnerable regions like Pakistan.
Huawei focuses on talent development to strengthen Nepal’s digital future
Huawei is expanding its focus on digital talent development in Nepal through initiatives like Seeds for the Future, combining infrastructure investment with ICT skills training to support the country’s digital transformation and prepare young professionals for emerging technologies such as AI, 5G and cloud computing.
Jordan Sees 37% Growth in 5G Subscriptions Amid Infrastructure Expansion
Jordan saw a 37% increase in 5G subscriptions in the third quarter of 2024, with over 70,000 subscribers and more than 230 operational towers. The expansion of 5G infrastructure supports economic growth, creating job opportunities and fostering digital transformation, marking a significant step toward a more connected economy.
NCC Unveils 6GHz Band for Enhanced Wi-Fi in Nigeria at Lagos Forum
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has opened the 6GHz spectrum for Wi-Fi to improve internet access in Nigeria. This initiative, announced in Lagos, aims to address capacity issues with current Wi-Fi bands and support high-speed, advanced applications.
Asyad Group Launches Accelerator Program to Boost Logistics Startups in Oman
Asyad Group, in collaboration with Omantel Innovation Labs, has launched the Asyad Accelerator Programme in Oman. This initiative aims to nurture startups in supply chain optimization, sustainable logistics, and cold chain logistics, offering expert mentorship, access to resources, and potential investment opportunities to foster growth in the logistics sector.