Airtel Africa has partnered with Fally Ipupa, Diamond Platnumz, and Simi to promote smarter data usage among young customers. The #SmartaWithData campaign offers educational tips and encourages users to optimize their data bundles for a better digital experience.
This move provides an additional layer of resiliency for MainOne’s enterprise customers, ensuring uninterrupted service to support their growing business…
Jordan, represented by TRC Chairman Bassam Al Sarhan, has been elected to lead the Euro-Mediterranean Group of Telecommunications Regulators (EMERG) for 2025-2026. This achievement underscores Jordan’s growing role in global telecom leadership, emphasizing collaboration, regulatory frameworks, and harmonization in the telecommunications sector across Mediterranean countries.
Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja and Japanese Ambassador Akamatsu Shuitsi discussed strengthening bilateral ties in digital transformation, AI, and workforce development. The meeting focused on joint initiatives in ICT, skills training, and educational partnerships, aligning with Pakistan’s vision of becoming a “Digital Pakistan” with Japan’s support.
The World Economic Forum has launched its Playbook of Solutions, detailing 100 strategies to unlock capital for clean energy investments in 47 emerging and developing economies. With an aim to raise US$1.7 trillion by 2030, the Playbook emphasizes collaborative efforts and innovative financing to facilitate the clean energy transition.
Egypt-based agritech startup Viridia Tech has been awarded the $100,000 grand prize at the 2024 Mega Green Accelerator in Saudi Arabia for its data analytics platform that enhances sustainable farming practices. The competition showcased innovative solutions to food security, clean energy, and the circular economy across the MENA region.
Etihad Airways has enhanced its digital platforms with new features to improve the travel experience, offering local payment options, self-service booking modifications, and a personalized loyalty program. Upcoming updates aim to streamline check-in and travel updates, further boosting the customer experience.
Huawei and Tunisia’s El-Khawarizmi Computing Center held the CCK-Huawei Technology Summit 2024, focusing on enhancing smart education in Tunisia. The partnership aims to integrate AI and digital technologies to improve education and promote innovation, supporting Tunisia’s future generations with cutting-edge tools and expanding access to higher education.
Numou has launched in Abu Dhabi, offering a digital lending marketplace designed to streamline financing for SMEs. The platform allows businesses to apply for loans through a single online form, connecting them with multiple lenders and ensuring transparency. Numou aims to empower SMEs and boost Abu Dhabi’s digital economy.
Nana has acquired the “Rasseed” application, enhancing its digital shopping solutions in Saudi Arabia. This acquisition allows Nana to simplify the purchase of gift cards and expand its services, including a new “digital cards” category within the Nana app. The move aims to improve customer experience and market presence.
