Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nigeria’s NCC introduced a licensing framework for international A2P messaging aggregators to regulate traffic, enhance security, and improve service quality. Mobile operators cannot apply, and applicants must meet specific requirements and fees within seven days.
5G adoption in Africa is rapidly growing with multiple commercial launches and rising subscriber numbers, but device costs, infrastructure, spectrum, and regulatory challenges hinder wider access. Addressing these barriers could enable 5G to add $10 billion to Africa’s economy by 2030.
Pakistan’s National Assembly committee raised concerns over poor internet coverage in underserved regions and delays in spectrum auctions. Projects are underway but challenges persist due to payment defaults, infrastructure gaps, and legal issues related to telecom mergers.
First Gulf Company and Arabsat signed an agreement to provide scalable VSAT and satellite data services across Saudi Arabia, starting with 140 Mbps and supporting IoT, cloud, and AI applications, enhancing connectivity especially for remote industrial sectors.
XDS DATACENTRES and ICS Arabia will build two 10MW Tier III immersion-cooled data centers in Riyadh and Jeddah by 2026. Designed for high-density AI and GPU workloads, the project supports Saudi Vision 2030 by advancing sustainable, sovereign digital infrastructure.
Zain KSA and Cisco signed an MoU to develop AI infrastructure and GPU-as-a-Service, supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital transformation. The partnership combines Zain’s local expertise and Cisco’s technology to drive AI adoption and talent development across sectors.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Mastercard have extended their strategic collaboration with Indonesia’s Human Resource Development Agency for Communication and Digital…
du is the first UAE telecom to achieve ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement certification, embedding sustainability throughout its supply chain in support of the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 goals and UN SDGs. The certification assures customers, guides suppliers, and builds investor confidence.
Oman’s TRA stresses proper internal telecom wiring as critical for reliable digital services. It issued technical guidelines tailored to different building types to improve network performance and support the nation’s digital goals. Non-compliance may lead to poor in-building coverage.
BNET partnered with Keyrus to launch Bayanat, a centralized data platform enhancing data governance, AI, and analytics. The initiative supports Bahrain’s national telecom goals by enabling data-driven decision-making, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.