Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt’s financial inclusion rate reached 74.8% by the end of 2024, with 52 million citizens using transaction accounts. This growth is attributed to efforts in empowering women, youth, and entrepreneurs with accessible financial services. It aligns with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and aims to promote economic empowerment and digital banking.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has set up a stall at the Overseas Pakistanis Convention 2025 in Islamabad, offering telecom-related services to overseas Pakistanis. The stall provides mobile registration services, telecom guidance, and digital services, supporting the government’s digital inclusion goals for both domestic and international Pakistanis.
Maroc Telecom has partnered with Visa to integrate Visa’s payment services into MT Cash, its Mobile Money solution. This collaboration aims to enhance financial inclusion and expand digital financial services across Morocco and Africa. The partnership will help accelerate digital payments, targeting underserved populations and boosting e-commerce growth.
The Afghanistan Telecom Regulatory Authority (ATRA) has launched telecommunications services for returnees at the Omari Camp in Torkham. Temporary four-month SIM cards with free internet and call minutes are being distributed. Returnees must register their SIM cards using electronic IDs within the specified time frame.
solutions by stc has won the “Best Use of Digital by Sector – Technology/Telecommunications” award at the MENA Digital Awards. The recognition highlights the company’s commitment to supporting Kuwait’s SME sector with innovative digital solutions that aid in their digital transformation, contributing to Kuwait’s Vision 2035.
Nokia and Vodafone Qatar partner to modernize the national 5G network, enhancing speed, security, and agility. Leveraging cloud-native solutions and AI-driven automation, the upgrade supports Qatar’s growing digital economy and Vodafone’s commitment to innovative, reliable, and scalable connectivity services.
WSO2 will participate in GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai, showcasing its digital transformation solutions, including API management and CIAM capabilities. The company aims to address the pressing needs of the technology industry while strengthening partnerships and supporting the region’s digital initiatives through innovative technology.
The Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) has warned against using signal boosters to access Indian mobile services within Nepal, as it violates local telecom laws. The NTA emphasized legal actions will be taken against those using these devices to amplify foreign signals, specifically in border areas.
Algeria and Slovenia have initiated a space cooperation framework, with SkyLabs identified as a strategic partner for satellite technology. Bilateral meetings, led by the Slovenian Space Office, focused on collaboration in satellite constellations. The partnership will soon be formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost both countries’ space programs.
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