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Ooredoo Kuwait Group reported 9% revenue growth in 2025, driven by strong performance across key markets, continued network investment and expansion into advanced technologies including 5G Advanced and AI infrastructure.
UNESCO and Jordan’s Ministry of Education convened a digital transformation workshop in Amman to advance inclusive education reform, focusing on policy alignment, digital infrastructure and data-driven decision-making to support sustainable learning outcomes.
Orange Jordan sponsored the WorkWell Amman 2026 conference to promote sustainable workplace practices, highlighting the link between employee wellbeing, leadership approaches and long-term organisational performance.
Jordan and Syria have signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in telecommunications, IT and postal services, focusing on digital infrastructure development, cybersecurity collaboration and regulatory coordination to improve service quality and regional connectivity.
Cihan Bank has partnered with CTM360 to strengthen cybersecurity and digital risk protection, enhancing brand protection and threat detection capabilities to support secure digital banking services across Iraq.
Egypt will host the first Ai Everything MEA summit under presidential patronage, positioning Cairo as a regional platform for AI innovation, investment and governance discussions while reinforcing the country’s ambitions to build an AI-driven digital economy.
Egypt has launched specialized clinics across major hospitals to address internet and video game addiction, expanding mental health services and promoting awareness around the psychological risks associated with excessive digital use.
Egypt has moved to block Roblox over child safety concerns, sparking debate around digital regulation, youth protection and access to online platforms as authorities review broader policies governing children’s internet use.
Vodacom reported 11% year-on-year revenue growth in Q3, driven largely by strong performance in Egypt and continued expansion of data and financial services, reinforcing the group’s strategy of network investment and digital service growth across its markets.
Vodafone IoT and Hyundai Motor Group have partnered to deploy compliant in-car connectivity across key Middle Eastern markets, enabling connected vehicle services through global IoT management, local network integration and scalable cross-border connectivity.