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Jazz, British Council, and Tech Valley have partnered to deliver inclusive digital education programs across Pakistan. The two-year collaboration focuses on teacher training, youth capacity building, and scalable ed-tech solutions targeting underserved communities.
Omantel has partnered with TeKnowledge to launch an advanced AI and Data Science skilling program for its employees. This initiative aims to enhance digital skills, supporting the company’s strategy for digital transformation and economic diversification. The program will combine onsite and virtual training to ensure a hands-on learning experience.
e& has partnered with NYUAD to drive 6G research, focusing on the next generation of connectivity. This collaboration will empower students through hands-on experience, integrating 6G into curriculums and supporting youth development initiatives. The partnership aims to shape future technological leaders and advance digital transformation.
The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) unveiled the National Digital Accessibility Policy, aimed at ensuring inclusivity in digital services. Aligned with UAE’s vision for an integrated society, the policy emphasizes equal access for people of determination. TDRA commits to robust infrastructure and public-private collaboration to realize this vision.
South Africa is partnering with the UAE to launch a national satellite, aiming to boost its space capabilities and digital infrastructure. This collaboration follows a recent MoU signed in Dubai and reflects South Africa’s commitment to advancing technology through international cooperation.
VEON and Engro have secured all regulatory approvals for their strategic telecom infrastructure partnership in Pakistan, aiming to optimize infrastructure and accelerate digital transformation. Jazz will continue service delivery on leased infrastructure, marking a milestone in Jazz’s asset-light evolution.
Casablanca will host the 2025 Smart City Summit, focusing on sustainable urban development and human-centered planning. The event will feature conferences, a startup village, and a hackathon, bringing together local and international experts to address urban challenges. It aligns with Morocco’s national development strategies.
Thunes has expanded its Direct Global Network into Egypt, enhancing its cross-border payment services with mobile wallet and bank account capabilities. This move capitalizes on Egypt’s rapidly growing mobile wallet adoption, projected to reach $3.8 billion by 2028, and aims to support remittance services effectively.
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has partnered with China Mobile International (CMI) to enhance global connectivity through resource sharing. This collaboration, announced at GITEX 2024, enables PTCL’s extensive fibre network and CMI’s international presence to deliver seamless services, driving digital growth in Pakistan and beyond.