Egypt will launch a digital platform to engage diaspora academics in national higher education and research strategies. The JESOR-D Initiative will facilitate collaboration with experts abroad, addressing local development challenges and promoting sustainable growth. This platform aims to turn brain drain into brain gain, enhancing Egypt’s academic and research capabilities.
Liquid Intelligent Technologies has partnered with Medi Telecom, part of the Orange Group, to expand network coverage in Morocco. This partnership enables Liquid to be the sole supplier of its digital services, providing Medi Telecom access to Liquid’s extensive connectivity network and innovative cloud and cybersecurity solutions.
du has partnered with Dubatt Battery Recycling to initiate a lead acid battery recycling program in the UAE. This initiative aims to reduce environmental impact and support sustainability goals, with plans to repurpose valuable materials and promote the circular economy while enhancing du’s commitment to ecological responsibility.
Asyad Group, in collaboration with Omantel Innovation Labs, has launched the Asyad Accelerator Programme in Oman. This initiative aims to nurture startups in supply chain optimization, sustainable logistics, and cold chain logistics, offering expert mentorship, access to resources, and potential investment opportunities to foster growth in the logistics sector.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated the government’s commitment to achieving $25 billion in IT exports in the next three years. During a meeting with VEON Group, he discussed the rollout of 5G services and emphasized digital transformation and collaboration in areas like IT and artificial intelligence to drive a “Digital Pakistan.”
Cellulant, a payments fintech company, has gained initial approval to operate as a Payment Service Provider in Egypt. This move allows it to offer versatile payment solutions for B2B and B2C transactions. The expansion comes as Egypt sees a surge in fintech services and changing consumer payment preferences, with Cellulant poised to enhance its presence in Africa’s evolving payment landscape.
AfICTA and EiTESAL are supporting Egyptian and African IT firms to join the 24 Fintech conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from September 3 to 5. This event, crucial for financial technology across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 for digital transformation and offers substantial networking and showcasing opportunities.
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) is conducting a detailed Phase II Merger Review of PTCL’s acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers. The review focuses on competitive dynamics, market power concentration, and potential industry impacts, with all stakeholders presenting their perspectives during the hearings.
The collaboration aims to leverage AWS cloud services and AI/ML capabilities to improve efficiency, scalability, and customer experience.
AXIAN Telecom has rebranded its operations across Africa, launching Yas for its mobile network operators and Mixx by Yas for its fintech services. This rebrand aligns with the company’s strategy to drive digital transformation, enhance customer experiences, and expand its footprint across the continent with innovative, solutions-driven services.
