Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Orange Jordan sponsored the 2025 Global Women in Tech and Digital Transformation Summit, reinforcing its commitment to digital inclusion and empowering women in tech through innovative solutions and community initiatives aligned with its “Lead the Future” vision.
Egypt’s Supreme Council of Universities now permits direct university admission for technical school graduates in AI and computing, removing equivalency barriers and expanding the nation’s tech talent pipeline. This policy aligns with regional Middle Eastern efforts to integrate vocational and academic pathways.
Egypt officially launched its 5G network as part of the “Digital Egypt” vision, highlighting ICT’s role in economic growth and transformation. Vodafone Egypt’s nationwide 5G rollout supports critical sectors and advances the country’s digital economy goals under Vision 2030.
Samadhan Services Limited, under Grameen Telecom, has received Bangladesh Bank’s PSP license to launch the Samadhan e-wallet, ending a lengthy approval process influenced by political shifts. The move expands Bangladesh’s digital payment ecosystem alongside other PSPs and emerging players.
BTECH and WSA, under the patronage of Bahrain’s Shura Council Chairman, will host the 2025 Bahrain Digital Content Award, celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship in digital content to support Bahrain’s Vision 2030 digital transformation goals.
Zain Business and Orchid Developers have partnered to provide ultra-high-speed internet to Orchid Towers residents and tenants in Bahrain, combining fiber and wireless technology to enhance digital connectivity and support smart, future-ready living and working environments.
Omantel and GlobalTech have signed a MoU to explore collaboration on AI and Big Data services, aiming to develop industry-focused AI solutions that support Oman’s Vision 2040 goals for digital transformation, economic diversification, and innovation.
DAMAMAX and Kalaam Telecom have teamed up to provide comprehensive cloud-based communication services to Jordanian businesses, enhancing digital infrastructure and supporting scalable enterprise connectivity through solutions like SD-WAN, UCaaS, and CCaaS.
President Paul Kagame’s visit to Algeria strengthened bilateral ties, spotlighting educational support in AI for Rwandan students and resulting in 11 new cooperation agreements. Both countries committed to fostering trade, knowledge exchange, and unity, with Rwanda planning a diplomatic mission in Algeria to boost economic engagement.
Vodacom Group has appointed Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of its International Markets and Vodafone Egypt, uniting operations in Egypt, DRC, Lesotho, Mozambique, and Tanzania under his leadership. This move supports Vodacom’s Vision 2030 by driving growth and operational excellence across key African markets.