Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ghana ranked 8th in Africa for internet quality according to the 2024 Surfshark Digital Quality of Life Index, with an index score of 0.304. While African countries face challenges like slow speeds and high costs, the index highlights their ongoing progress in digital infrastructure and quality of life.
Nokia and iSAT Africa are partnering to enhance rural connectivity in Liberia, aiming to cover 200 sites in three years. This initiative will extend network access to underserved communities, supporting socio-economic development by bridging the digital divide.
July 22, 2025 Al-Khobar, KSA: Tamimi Markets, one of the most prominent and trusted names in Saudi Arabia’s retail sector,…
E& has partnered with DE-CIX to enhance its SmartHub IX data centres and expand interconnection services across the Middle East. This collaboration will improve connectivity, reduce latency, and drive innovation in the region’s digital economy.
The Sri Lanka Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Summit 2025 in Colombo focused on leveraging DPI to drive economic growth and digital inclusion. The event brought together global leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss how DPI can accelerate Sri Lanka’s digital economy and achieve Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
Dell Technologies has opened its first Merge and Fulfillment Center in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The facility will handle up to 600,000 units annually and includes product customization capabilities. The investment supports Saudi Vision 2030, creating jobs, fostering local talent, and driving innovation in the kingdom’s growing ICT ecosystem.
Qatar Airways unveiled an Arabic-enabled version of Sama, the world’s first AI digital cabin crew, at ATM 2025 in Dubai. The airline also introduced a virtual reality tour of Hamad International Airport and showcased its Qsuite Next Gen. Additionally, QA announced increased summer flights and signed new tourism partnerships.
Citibank expands its Bahrain Global Technology Hub with a new floor, accelerating talent acquisition and digital solution development across AI, Big Data, and E-Commerce. The move reinforces Bahrain’s status as a regional tech and financial hub supported by strategic public-private partnerships.
Bahrain’s iGA, in collaboration with Beyon Connect, has launched eKey 2.0, a biometric authentication system to streamline access to services. This upgrade enhances security, user experience, and data privacy while supporting Bahrain’s digital transformation goals under Economic Vision 2030, providing benefits across various sectors including banking, telecommunications, and healthcare.
e& Carrier & Wholesale is expanding globally with new strategic hubs in Miami and Johannesburg, while enhancing its presence in London and Singapore. This expansion strengthens its role in providing advanced connectivity services, including AI-driven solutions, to telecom operators, enterprises, and digital-first businesses in emerging markets.