Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Madayn has launched a new interface for its ‘Murasalat’ digital document management system, featuring electronic signatures and advanced document classification, supporting Oman’s national digital transformation goals.
Salesforce has announced plans to expand its operations in Saudi Arabia with a new regional headquarters in Riyadh, along with a partnership with IBM to launch an AI Center of Excellence. The company also committed to upskilling 30,000 Saudi citizens by 2030, supporting Vision 2030’s digital transformation goals.
Nepal Telecom has expanded 4G services to Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Base Camps, benefiting tourists and locals. Deurali has also been upgraded to 4G, marking the first time 4G is available at such high altitudes, enhancing connectivity in these popular trekking destinations.
Oman Data Park has partnered with Intro Technology to establish the Kemet Data Center in the Suez Canal Economic Zone, with an investment of $450 million. This collaboration aims to provide cloud solutions and IoT services, enhancing digital transformation in the Middle East and Africa while promoting sustainability.
Egypt has inaugurated the African Space Agency’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital’s Space City, marking a key milestone in Africa’s space industry. The facility will foster continental collaboration, enhance Egypt’s satellite capabilities, and contribute to sustainable development goals. The country continues to lead space advancements in Africa.
Cassava Technologies, led by Strive Masiyiwa, plans to invest up to USD 720 million in partnership with NVIDIA to build Africa’s first AI factory. The initiative will deploy 12,000 GPUs across South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya, and Morocco, boosting AI infrastructure and capabilities across the continent.
Zain Bahrain has been named one of the Top 50 strongest companies in Bahrain by Albilad Press for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights the company’s resilience, innovation, and commitment to customer satisfaction. Zain Bahrain maintains a Bahrainization level of over 93%, supporting local workforce development and contributing to the kingdom’s sustainable future.
Finhaat is expanding its financial services with the launch of Finhaat Wealth, a tech-driven wealth management platform for distributors and end users. Building on its success in the insurance sector, the platform aims to provide wealth solutions to India’s aspirational and emerging markets, enhancing financial inclusion.
WAM Morocco 2025 will spotlight advanced manufacturing, sustainable practices, AI innovation, and next-gen logistics to accelerate industrial growth in Morocco. The event, supported by the Moroccan Ministry of Industry, aims to foster new sectors, attract investments, and showcase cutting-edge technologies to position Morocco as a leader in global manufacturing.
LemFi launched money transfer services to Egypt, leveraging rapid remittance growth and offering fast, low-cost transfers to support the Egyptian diaspora in key global markets.