Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Turkcell secures $150 million Murabaha financing from Dubai Islamic Bank to fund infrastructure investments in data centres, cloud, and renewable energy. The deal diversifies financing sources and attracts Gulf investors, supporting Turkcell’s long-term growth and financial resilience.
The Net5.5G Pioneer Award ceremony at UBBF 2024 in Istanbul honored achievements in Net5.5G innovation, highlighting advancements in 400GE, SRv6, and network slicing. The award celebrated carriers driving digital transformation in the Arab and African regions, setting a milestone for network development.
Orel IT led a knowledge-sharing session for the SheExports programme, focusing on empowering women tech entrepreneurs with insights on cloud services, AI, and cybersecurity. The session emphasized sustainable business practices and global competitiveness for women in tech.
Viettel High Tech has signed a $1 million deal with High Cloud Technologies to supply 5G systems in the Middle East. This partnership includes the provision of 4G and 5G base stations and cloud-based infrastructure. The goal is to improve telecom coverage, particularly in rural areas, and enhance regional development.
e& is exiting its joint venture, Khazna Data Centres, by selling its 40% stake to Group 42 for $2.2 billion. The move aligns with e&’s asset monetisation strategy to reduce debt and focus on core businesses. The transaction is expected to finalize by the end of Q1 2025.
Karachi, February 4th, 2025: Experts from around the world gathered at the 26th National HealthSciences Research Symposium (NHSRS) at Aga…
Industry leaders championed regional collaboration and local capacity building as critical drivers for unlocking the Republic of Congo’s LNG potential…
The meeting between Pakistan and Nepal’s digital leaders at the AI conference underscores a shared vision for deeper regional collaboration in technology. By prioritizing connectivity and capacity-building, both countries seek to accelerate digital transformation and promote a unified South Asian digital future.
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly emphasized Egypt’s commitment to national digital transformation, focusing on automating company registration and digitizing government services for improved access and efficiency. The government’s efforts include launching new e-services, implementing the Unified Services Card, and collaborating with various ministries to streamline business and social services.
Egyptian fintech company MNT-Halan has secured US$157.5 million in funding to support its global expansion. Founded in 2018 to provide digital banking solutions for the unbanked, MNT-Halan’s ecosystem includes business lending, consumer finance, and e-commerce. With over 2.2 million active users, the company aims to extend its innovative financial services internationally.