Vodacom and Orange are in talks to form a strategic partnership to explore infrastructure deals in Africa. The collaboration aims to reduce costs by sharing infrastructure and expanding rural connectivity, focusing on markets like Egypt and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Oman Business Forum, in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion, will host a Tejarah Talks session on m-commerce, exploring its global impact and opportunities for SMEs.
The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has released its 2024 report, highlighting key economic indicators in Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity sector. The…
The Jordan Economic Forum urged increased efforts to integrate digital technology across sectors to boost the national economy. Emphasizing the importance of digital capabilities and innovation, the forum called for investment in research, development, and digital skills to enhance operational efficiency and global competitiveness, advocating for collaboration between government and the private sector.
A survey by Capital.com reveals the UAE as a preferred destination for tech talent over Germany and Hong Kong, with 45% of Asian tech professionals willing to relocate there due to its supportive tech environment and strategic initiatives like the NextGenFDI.
GITEX Africa Morocco 2024, held from May 29-31 in Marrakech, will focus on AI and digital transformation. The event will gather leaders from 130 countries to boost Africa’s innovation economy. Organized by KAOUN International, it aims to position Morocco as a regional digital hub.
Morocco has launched a digital training program aimed at equipping 15,000 young people with digital skills by 2026. This initiative, part of the “JobinTech” program, focuses on socio-economic development in rural areas and offers free courses in software development and data analysis.
BANK OF AFRICA has partnered with Mastercard to accelerate the digitalization of payments in Morocco. This collaboration aims to enhance the bank’s card portfolio, launch innovative solutions, and promote financial inclusion. The partnership leverages Mastercard’s expertise to support BANK OF AFRICA’s offerings and contribute to the growth of Morocco’s digital payments ecosystem.
She Loves Tech launched its Islamabad round, co-hosted by Telenor Velocity and organized by CIRCLE Women Association. Held at Telenor Pakistan’s Campus ‘345’, the event featured ten women-led tech startups competing for a spot in the National Finale, offering mentorship, workshops, and networking opportunities.
Telenor Pakistan is part of the launch of the country’s first low-carbon Energy Storage as a Service (ESaaS) project, which aims to reduce the telecom sector’s carbon footprint by 8.33 kilotons annually. The initiative involves deploying 25 MWh of battery infrastructure, reducing reliance on diesel, and saving PKR 5 billion in costs.
