Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Prof Muhammad Yunus has urged Axiata to roll out 5G in Bangladesh and invest in data centres, with Axiata expressing interest but citing spectrum costs and licensing challenges as hurdles.
Engineer Md Mamunur Rashid, a veteran telecom professional, has been appointed as BTCL’s Managing Director. With decades of service and international exposure, he brings deep technical expertise and leadership experience to the role.
Bahrain is building cloud capacity and enabling cross-border data flows through an adequacy-based model, while Qatar is enforcing a sovereignty-first, centralised governance approach.
The DRC has partnered with Trident Digital Tech to deploy DRCPass, a blockchain-based national digital ID system. It will replace physical IDs, improve service access, enhance security, and reduce fraud, positioning the country as a regional leader in digital governance.
Jordan will send 12 companies to the Intra-African Trade Fair in Algeria for the first time, targeting new markets and partnerships across Africa. The delegation spans multiple sectors and aligns with efforts to expand trade ties, enhance Arab-African cooperation, and diversify Jordan’s export destinations.
Eutelsat has partnered with Nelco to deliver OneWeb LEO connectivity across India, covering land, sea, and air sectors. The deal supports national security and digital inclusion goals while navigating pending spectrum allocation and new security requirements from Indian regulators.
Airtel Africa and Vodacom plan to share fibre infrastructure in Mozambique, Tanzania, and the DRC to accelerate 4G and 5G rollouts, expand coverage, and cut costs. Pending regulatory approval, the move supports both operators’ goals of boosting digital inclusion and reaching millions more customers by 2030.
TCS and NOW Telecom will jointly build a sovereign data cloud in the Philippines, integrating local data control, AI infrastructure, and advanced cybersecurity measures. The partnership aims to boost national digital sovereignty, reduce foreign tech reliance, and deliver citizen-centric services across key sectors.
MBRAH has launched the Sky Support Complex at Dubai South’s Aerospace Supply Chain Zone, offering 14 premium units in a bonded free zone with 100% foreign ownership. Adjacent to Al Maktoum International Airport, the facility is designed to attract aerospace and logistics companies with world-class infrastructure and connectivity.
Ericsson and 12 major CSPs have finalized their joint venture, Aduna, to scale network API adoption worldwide. The 50:50 partnership leverages Ericsson’s platform, operator relationships, and global reach to deliver telecom capabilities to developers, aiming to expand participation and accelerate innovation.