Egypt’s digital strategy, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, focuses on expanding digital infrastructure and accessibility. At the Indonesia-Africa Forum, Egypt shared its digital transformation experience, aiming to enhance bilateral cooperation with Indonesia in communications and IT.
Jazz CEO Aamir Ibrahim praised SBP and PTA for their role in promoting digital and financial inclusion in Pakistan during the WEF’s ‘Spotlight Pakistan Day’ webinar, highlighting the success of initiatives like AMA and Raast.
Kuwait’s telecom sector gears up for 5G with CITRA overseeing the rollout. Services are expected to start by year-end, following a structured licensing and operational framework, enhancing connectivity with advanced network technology.
The Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM) partners with Elevatus to advance Oman’s digital transformation. This strategic alliance aims to enhance HR practices and recruitment processes through AI technology, aligning with Oman Vision 2040’s goals for economic diversification and technological advancement.
Morocco’s Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) and telecom operator Inwi signed an agreement at GITEX Africa to support digital startups. The collaboration aims to foster innovation and growth, particularly through the InwiDays Awards, and establish a national center for startup acceleration in key areas like fintech, AI, and sportstech.
The 33rd COMEX Global Technology Show, hosted by Oman’s MTCIT in collaboration with the Arabian Research Bureau, will take place from May 27 to 30, showcasing Oman’s digital advancements. The event will feature over 100 emerging Omani tech companies and include forums to discuss digital transformation and investments.
Mauritania collaborates with Oman to accelerate digital transformation efforts, focusing on cybersecurity and service modernization, as part of their bilateral memorandum of understanding. This partnership aligns with Mauritania’s strategic goals to enhance its digital landscape by leveraging Oman’s advancements.
Saudi Arabia has climbed to the top of the ITU’s Digital Regulatory Maturity Index, outstripping other G20 countries, in alignment with its Vision 2030 goals. This places the Kingdom at the forefront of digital governance, reflecting its investment in regulatory innovation and advanced digital infrastructure.
STC Bahrain has launched its exclusive blockchain network, Intersect, on Avalanche, promoting digital transformation and Web3 innovation. The initiative includes a 30-day “Makeathon + Hackathon” event from August 12 to September 11, engaging developers and artists to showcase Intersect’s potential in revolutionizing various industries and enhancing digital services.
Tarabut, the MENA region’s largest open banking platform, has acquired UK-based Vyne, enhancing its real-time payment capabilities. This acquisition enables Tarabut to expand its reach and offer seamless, account-to-account payments across the region, starting in Bahrain and soon in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
