KAFD and Huawei have launched Saudi Arabia’s first Smart WiFi-7 service, enhancing connectivity across KAFD. This new service, part of the district’s Smart City Platform, improves digital infrastructure, providing faster, more reliable internet access and tailored experiences, supporting the country’s Vision 2030 and solidifying KAFD as a smart city leader.
Lenovo has partnered with ZAK Solutions, becoming its first Tier 1 partner in the META region and offering an extensive range of products. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance technological accessibility and drive digital transformation across the Middle East, aligning with Lenovo’s commitment to democratizing AI and advancing regional growth.
Oman’s telecom sector experienced strong growth in 2024, with increased mobile usage, broadband access, and a 72% rise in IoT connections. Revenues rose by 4%, while investments in infrastructure surpassed global averages. The country also made significant strides in expanding fiber-optic coverage and improving internet access in schools and homes.
This move aims to establish WellPal as a leading player in the health and wellness eCommerce sector across the MENA region.
du has partnered with the Dubai Health Authority to transform the latter’s digital infrastructure into a cutting-edge cloud-based system, aiming to enhance efficiency and digital service delivery within Dubai’s healthcare sector.
Zendata and Salam Technology have partnered in a $35 million deal to enhance cybersecurity services in Qatar and the Gulf. The collaboration includes launching an advanced Security Operations Centre and introducing the innovative ‘SOC as a Business’ model, aiming to boost local cyber maturity and create jobs.
Telecom Egypt has announced a dividend distribution of EGP 1.5 per share, with the record date set for April 17, 2025, and payment on April 23, 2025. This marks the company’s 23rd coupon and highlights its ongoing commitment to providing value to shareholders.
Qatar hosted the 30th GCC Committee for Under-Secretaries of Post and Telecommunications meeting in Doha, focusing on enhancing regional cooperation in telecommunications and postal services to support digital transformation and sustainable development in the Gulf states.
Ooredoo is the Official Telecom Sponsor of the Qatar TotalEnergies Open 2025, a WTA 1000 event featuring top women’s tennis players like Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Świątek. The tournament offers a $3.65 million prize pool and strengthens Qatar’s position as a global sports hub, with tickets starting from QR30.
Bassam Sarhan of Jordan’s TRC and Ahmed Al Muslimani of Qatar’s CRA discussed strengthening cooperation in postal and telecom sectors at the 2nd Arab Postal Leaders’ Forum 2025. The talks focused on enhancing infrastructure, sharing regulatory expertise, and supporting digital transformation to achieve strategic goals and regional integration.
