Orange Jordan sponsored and participated in job fairs at several Jordanian universities, offering students career opportunities and digital programs like the Coding Academy and Fabrication Lab. These efforts aim to bridge the gap between academic education and labor market requirements, fostering students’ technical and soft skills.
Microsoft Africa and Zindi have partnered to enhance AI skills across the continent, aiming to equip young Africans for future workforce demands. Additionally, Zimbabwe focuses on lithium battery refineries for clean energy, while China invests in Algeria’s infrastructure with the completion of the Bejaia highway project.
Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital operator, and the Special Technology Zones Authority (STZA) held a session to explore a long-term partnership focused on advancing Pakistan’s digital transformation. Both organizations expressed a commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing the country’s technology ecosystem, aiming to position Pakistan as a leader in the global digital arena.
Tradeling Holding has acquired Axiom Telecom’s MENA distribution operations, a move expected to drive growth in the region’s B2B e-commerce landscape. With anticipated annual revenues exceeding AED2 billion, the acquisition strengthens Tradeling’s position as a key player in the Middle East’s technology and distribution sectors.
stc Group, in collaboration with Huawei, has launched SuperLink, a solution designed to enhance 5G connectivity in remote areas of Saudi Arabia. The new technology offers faster speeds, reduces infrastructure requirements, and supports sustainable growth by minimizing energy use. It aims to bridge the urban-rural digital divide.
The Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications and Gulf Air Group Holding Company (GFG) signed a golden sponsorship agreement for the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2024, scheduled for November 13-15 at Sakhir Air Base, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
Grameenphone and Robi Axiata have secured an additional 20 MHz of spectrum each in Bangladesh’s 2.6 GHz band after two years of negotiations with the BTRC. The 15-year contracts, priced at BDT11.6 billion (US$98.6 million), will help improve service quality. The BTRC agreed to payment in local currency to address exchange rate concerns.
Borouge has partnered with MBZUAI to drive AI innovation and research across industries like energy, healthcare, and infrastructure. The three-year collaboration focuses on using AI to foster digital transformation and provides MBZUAI students with internship opportunities at Borouge to gain practical experience in cutting-edge technology.
Saudi Arabia and Iraq are enhancing their digital partnership through discussions on joint investments and digital transformation. The talks aim to foster innovation, support entrepreneurship, and contribute to economic growth. The collaboration aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and Iraq’s digital strategy to strengthen their economies through emerging technologies.
E7 Group has partnered with SAP and NTT DATA Business Solutions to drive its digital transformation, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and global competitiveness. The partnership will utilize SAP’s S4/HANA ERP software and RISE cloud platform to streamline processes and improve business agility.
