Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria’s new digital platform enables real-time resolution of land regularization issues, potentially clearing 75% of existing obstacles and modernizing land governance.
Algeria shared its progress on start-up support and economic reforms at the 2025 Summer Davos Forum, reinforcing its commitment to global innovation and entrepreneurship.
Algérie Télécom is actively engaging visitors at the 56th FIA with product showcases, robotics workshops for youth, and on-site sales with a raffle, highlighting its leadership in telecom and commitment to community and innovation.
The PTCL-Ufone acquisition of Telenor Pakistan remains stuck pending CCP approval, delaying network upgrades, weakening market competition, and slowing 5G readiness, as rivals gain ground and sector uncertainty grows.
Sri Lanka will begin Starlink internet service with a one-week trial monitored by TRCSL and the Ministry of Defence. Following technical review, the country plans to expand Starlink access nationwide.
PTA Chairman visited Telenor Group in Norway to discuss digital transformation, 5G, AI use cases, and efficient spectrum management models, as part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to modernize its telecom sector.
Orange Egypt has launched nationwide 5G services, starting with high-traffic zones and expanding countrywide. The rollout supports Egypt’s digital transformation and positions Orange as a leader in delivering high-speed, AI-ready, and smart city-enabled connectivity.
Ooredoo has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to deploy the APIGEE API platform, enabling network-as-a-service capabilities and new revenue models through GSMA Open Gateway APIs across fintech, mobility, and other industries.
Orange Egypt has appointed Hesham Mahran as CEO, succeeding Yasser Shaker, who becomes Chairman. Mahran’s leadership and digital transformation experience reflect Orange Group’s confidence in Egyptian talent and its commitment to Egypt’s telecom future.
EDGE and France’s CS Group have partnered to co-develop sovereign tactical communications systems, enhancing secure multi-domain defence capabilities and aligning with the UAE’s vision for technological and national security leadership.