XPay has partnered with Huawei Cloud Services to enhance digital payment systems for businesses in Egypt. The integration of Huawei’s cloud technology will scale XPay’s services, supporting financial inclusion through multiple payment methods. This move is part of Huawei’s broader push into the fintech sector globally.
Tunisia has marked a technological milestone with the simultaneous launch of 5G services by Orange Tunisie, Ooredoo Tunisie, and Tunisie Télécom. The rollout follows licenses granted by the Tunisian Ministry of Communication Technologies, supporting the country’s digital transformation and enhancing network capabilities across various sectors, including business and entertainment.
VEON’s CEO, Kaan Terzioğlu, emphasized that regulatory reforms in Bangladesh could unlock the country’s potential for digital financial services, transforming the economy within three years. With the right reforms, VEON plans to expand digital offerings, including financial services and telecom, to foster growth and increase profitability in the market.
Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have signed an agreement to digitize afforestation efforts, focusing on documenting trees and calculating their environmental benefits. This initiative supports the ‘Forever Green’ campaign and the ‘Middle East Green Initiative,’ promoting greater environmental cooperation and sustainability between the two nations.
Parcel, a Hope Ventures portfolio company, has expanded into Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after successfully completing over 1.5 million deliveries in Bahrain. The platform offers businesses a cost-effective, tech-driven alternative to managing delivery fleets, connecting them with a network of on-demand drivers. The expansion marks a key milestone in regional growth.
StartUp Bahrain has partnered with General Assembly Bahrain to support the growth of the Kingdom’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This collaboration will provide access to cutting-edge tech education programs, empowering Bahraini founders with essential digital skills. The partnership aims to bridge the digital skills gap and foster innovation in Bahrain.
Bahrain’s parliamentary committee has backed a proposal to introduce AI and cybersecurity into the school curriculum. The initiative aims to equip students with essential skills for the digital era, aligning with the Ministry of Education’s strategy. Training programs and a dedicated syllabus will ensure these subjects are prioritized.
Bahrain’s iGA launched the MyGov app as part of its plan to consolidate government services into three platforms: MyGov for individuals, AlTajir for businesses, and Bahrain for visitors. With 100,000 downloads in two weeks, the app will integrate more services in 2025, enhancing public service delivery and digital transformation.
The iGA participated in the 21st Career Fair at the University of Bahrain, engaging with students and promoting digital initiatives. The exhibition highlighted key services like the “MyGov” app and the “eKey 2.0” app, alongside the introduction of the Technical Development Program (TTDP) aimed at enhancing youth employability.
**Slovenia and Algeria Forge Bilateral Space Collaboration for Satellite Technology Development**
Dejan Gacnik, Technical Director at SkyLabs d.o.o., announced that productive meetings were held in Algiers between the Algerian Space Agency (ASAL), the Slovenian Space Office, and representatives from both nations’ space industries. These discussions laid the groundwork for enhanced cooperation in space technologies and applications.
A key moment in the meeting was led by Ms. Tanja Permozer, Head of the Slovenian Space Office, who showcased the potential opportunities for both nations in the space sector. Her leadership and vision emphasized the mutual commitment to collaboration between Slovenia and Algeria.
Gacnik, who participated in the discussions, highlighted the shared interests in satellite technology, having met with Dr. Mohammed Kameche, Director of the Satellite Development Centre at ASAL, and Dr. Habib Mahi, Director of the Centre of Technologies. The cooperation was further reinforced during a meeting with ASAL’s Director General, Dr. Azzedine Oussedik.
ASAL has identified SkyLabs as a key partner for providing critical technologies for Algeria’s upcoming satellite constellation missions. This collaboration between Algeria and Slovenia is set to be formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), underscoring the strategic importance of this partnership for both nations.
Additionally, the Slovenian Ambassador to Algeria, Ms. Urška Kramberger Mendek, accompanied the Slovenian delegation, further highlighting the diplomatic significance of the collaboration.
This partnership is expected to drive significant advancements in satellite technology and strengthen the space programs of both Algeria and Slovenia.
