Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nokia and du have deployed the first commercial 5G Cloud RAN solution in the Middle East and Africa. Located in Abu Dhabi, the solution uses Nokia’s AirScale radios and Red Hat’s OpenShift platform, enabling du to scale its network and introduce services like AI and machine learning for multiple industries.
Zain Omantel International (ZOI) has secured the highest ASN ranking in the Middle East, becoming the only regional network in the global top 100. This milestone highlights ZOI’s advanced infrastructure and global reach, reinforcing its position as the leading gateway for international connectivity across the Middle East and beyond.
Egypt is integrating AI and programming into the school curriculum to prepare students for a tech-driven future. AI tools are being used to enhance learning, personalize experiences, and foster collaboration, while teachers address concerns about its misuse. The initiative aims to modernize education and improve digital literacy in the country.
Vodafone’s Johannes Hammer praised the stability and positive developments in Iraq during his visit to Baghdad. He highlighted significant improvements in the country, particularly in the context of joint funding agreements with the UK and recent government initiatives, marking a stark contrast to his initial expectations.
Cairo (Jan. 28, 2025) — Today, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, the Egyptian Prime Minister, witnessed the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of…
Batelco has launched Basma, an AI-powered digital assistant designed to enhance customer experience. Available 24/7 in English and Arabic, Basma assists with bill inquiries, usage tracking, package installments, and more. This initiative marks a significant step in Batelco’s digital transformation and technological advancement in Bahrain’s telecom sector.
Oman ranks fourth among developing nations in attracting foreign investment for digital infrastructure projects from 2020 to 2024, reflecting its growing role as a regional technology hub. Through national initiatives like the AI and Advanced Digital Technologies Programme, Oman is accelerating its digital transformation and aiming for a significant increase in the digital economy’s contribution to GDP by 2040.
ZTE collaborates with Banglalink to upgrade its 4G network in Bangladesh, enhancing coverage and capacity. The partnership aligns with Banglalink’s focus on customer experience and supports the government’s “Smart Bangladesh” vision. Banglalink aims to maintain its status as Ookla’s fastest data network, while ZTE commits to optimizing user experiences.
Nepal’s 4G user base has surpassed 20 million, with mobile broadband holding a 66.28% market share, per the NTA’s latest report. Despite a minor decline of 204,548 users from Falgun to Chaitra 2080, Nepal Telecom and Ncell continue to dominate the 4G landscape, driving digital transformation and connectivity.
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