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PTCL Group, in partnership with Pink Collar, hosted the Pink Collar Women Career Fair in Lahore, aiming to bridge gaps between talent and opportunities for Pakistani women. The event showcased PTCL’s women empowerment initiative, ‘Dil Se Ba-Ikhtiar,’ and launched Pakistan’s first online job portal dedicated to women.
Robi Axiata’s Axentec launched Bangladesh’s first Tier-IV cloud platform, offering local enterprises data sovereignty, robust AI-ready infrastructure, and BDT-based pricing. The service is hosted in Jashore and Bhulta, designed to support key sectors and national data compliance.
Maroc Telecom and Inwi have signed an expanded partnership to accelerate fibre optic and 5G deployment across Morocco. The agreement includes creating two joint ventures: FiberCo to expand fibre optic networks and TowerCo to build new towers. The first phase is valued at MAD4.4 billion ($457 million).
Bangladesh’s internet freedom score decreased slightly to 40, maintaining its “partially free” status in Freedom House’s 2024 report. This decline is attributed to government actions during protests and increased social media censorship.
Mobily reported a 20.21% YoY increase in net profit for Q1-2025, reaching SAR 767 million. Revenues grew by 5.10% to SAR 4.77 billion, and earnings per share rose to SAR 1. Despite a quarterly decline, Mobily’s annual profit growth was notable, with a 39.20% increase for 2024.
Space42, in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Education, has launched a campaign to inspire the next generation of scientists. UAE public school students will visit Yahsat Space Services, engage with engineers, and explore satellite technology. This initiative aligns with the nation’s goals to advance STEM education and space exploration.
Vodafone Qatar has enhanced its Unlimited+ Postpaid plans under the “You Deserve It!” campaign, doubling roaming data, adding lifestyle perks, and introducing Call+ for app-based global calls. The upgrades highlight Vodafone’s strategy to deliver digital lifestyle solutions backed by expanded network infrastructure.
du has launched the Business Roamer Plan, designed for large corporates needing reliable national and international connectivity. For AED 325/month, businesses get 200 incoming and 300 outgoing roaming minutes, along with 10 GB of roaming data. This solution aims to enhance productivity and support global operations.
Algeria’s National Observatory of Civil Society has launched a digital platform to centralize blood donation efforts, enhancing emergency coordination and ensuring steady platelet availability, particularly for cancer patients. Launched alongside a national awareness campaign on World Blood Donor Day, this initiative aims to institutionalize blood donation as a continuous act of national solidarity.
InnoTech, in partnership with bp Oman and the Ministry of Education, concluded the FabTech Mobile Lab programme, which toured schools and universities across Oman. The programme empowered over 10,000 students with hands-on experience in modern manufacturing technologies like 3D printing and laser cutting, fostering innovation and career development.