Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Es’hailSat and Algérie Télécom Satellite (ATS) are exploring a partnership to enhance Algeria’s telecom services using satellite technology. Es’hailSat, with over 12 years of experience in the Middle East and North Africa, aims to support ATS’s efforts to modernize Algeria’s communication infrastructure, aligning with the country’s broader development goals.
Lynk Global successfully demonstrated its satellite-direct-to-device technology in Türkiye with Turkcell, enabling seamless SMS and voice calls in remote areas with limited cellular coverage. This achievement enhances mobile coverage and network resiliency, particularly during emergencies when terrestrial networks are unavailable.
NADRA will launch a new mobile app to replace the Pak ID web portal, which will be shut down from January 17. The app will offer services like ID cards, NICOP, and POC, ensuring a more secure and efficient experience. Three new regional centers will also open by March 31.
Rakuten Symphony and Tejas Networks partner to create integrated Open RAN solutions, targeting India and international markets. The collaboration merges Rakuten’s cloud-native software with Tejas’s radio tech to meet evolving telecom demands and expand 4G/5G deployments.
bKash and Huawei received the GSMA GLOMO “Best FinTech Innovation” award at MWC Barcelona 2025 for their ‘Pay Later’ service. This solution provides microloans to Bangladesh’s unbanked, supporting financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, and reducing poverty. The partnership leverages Huawei’s mobile money platform to expand digital financial services in Bangladesh.
Ooredoo Kuwait is committed to fostering a thriving workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being. By investing in happiness and wellness programs, including collaborations with experts like Alexander Kjerulf and Madalena Carey, the company enhances team satisfaction, productivity, and service quality, reinforcing its leadership in the telecommunications sector.
MTN, China Telecom, and Huawei have signed a landmark agreement to deploy Africa’s largest 5G private network for a manganese mining company in South Africa. The initiative will enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability in mining, marking a key milestone in the industrial application of 5G technology in Africa.
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) will showcase its digital transformation initiatives at GITEX Global 2024, presenting innovative solutions like the Maskan app and AI-powered tools. These advancements align with the UAE’s strategy to streamline government services and reduce bureaucracy.
Ghana’s Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, launched a new digital admissions portal for health training institutions. The system streamlines the application process, reduces costs, and eliminates the need for bank access codes. Applicants now pay online and receive access codes directly, simplifying the application experience.
Liberia, ECOWAS, and the World Bank collaborate on a second subsea cable to connect five West African countries, improving network redundancy and digital infrastructure. This initiative aims to ensure more reliable internet access and strengthen regional connectivity beyond the current single ACE cable.