Nepal Telecom (NTC) enhanced mobile connectivity at the Gadhimai fair by installing 21 small cell BTS units and upgrading existing infrastructure to ensure optimal 4G and voice services. This effort helped provide reliable connectivity for large crowds over the 14-day event. NTC also extended high-speed services to other locations.
Nepal Telecom is expanding its Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) network in Madhesh Province, with plans to install 106 Fiber Distribution Cabinets (FDC) and provide service to 7,226 customers in FY 2081/82. The company aims to extend fiber coverage to all municipalities in the province, contributing to growing demand for fiber internet across Nepal.
Morocco and Saudi Arabia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in government digital transition. The partnership, signed at the UN Internet Governance Forum, focuses on adopting new e-government technologies, sharing best practices, and developing specialized skills to enhance the digital infrastructure and technical partnerships between the two countries.
Ericsson and AXIAN Telecom have signed an MoU to collaborate on digitally upskilling youth across Africa. The partnership will leverage Ericsson’s Educate program to provide education in key digital fields like AI, 5G, and IoT, empowering students with essential skills for the digital economy and fostering long-term growth.
Egypt’s Minister of Communications, Amr Talaat, met with World Bank Vice President Sangboo Kim to discuss advancing digital transformation. They focused on enhancing digital infrastructure, skills, and awareness, including expanding fiber optics and digital services in rural areas. Future collaboration will include AI, data governance, and internet access expansion.
Egypt and Saudi Arabia are advancing their industrial cooperation with discussions aimed at enhancing trade and integration in key sectors. The meeting explored joint manufacturing, renewable energy projects, and pharmaceutical collaborations. A key agreement was signed to strengthen steel and telecommunications infrastructure ties, marking a significant step in bilateral economic relations.
Bahrain’s Shura Council has approved amendments to strengthen theft laws for mobile phones and laptops, focusing on protecting sensitive data. The legislation, part of Decree No. 7 of 2024, will address legal gaps and introduce tougher penalties for tech-related crimes. A final vote is scheduled for the council’s next session.
Hicham Sifer, Chairman of the Committee on Legal and Administrative Affairs at the Algerian People’s National Assembly, highlighted Algeria’s commitment to digitization and AI development at IGF 2024. He discussed the country’s infrastructure investments and legislative efforts, including adapting laws to foster a digital economy and boost AI capabilities.
Bahrain and Algeria are advancing discussions on an Arab framework agreement to establish unified regulations for AI and digital technology. The talks, held during the 2024 UN Internet Governance Forum, focus on creating common standards to ensure ethical AI practices and foster collaboration across the Arab region in the evolving tech landscape.
Ericsson has deployed an ATEX Zone 1-certified solution for Ooredoo Qatar’s offshore operations, ensuring safe and reliable network connectivity in hazardous environments. The solution, designed for radio access network equipment, supports superior 4G network performance for enterprise customers, while meeting strict safety standards in offshore industries.
