Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Telecom Egypt’s H1 2025 revenue rose 33% to EGP 50.6B, driven by data and international calls, with EBITDA up 43% and net profit up 50%. The company launched 5G, improved cash flow, and strengthened its debt position while committing to further investment and sustainable growth.
Türk Telekom’s Q2 2025 revenue rose 13.2% to TL 50.4B, with record mobile growth, strong fiber expansion, and TL 21.8B in first-half investments. The company readies for Türkiye’s 5G auction, advances TRNC fiber project, and nears a 25-year concession renewal to drive long-term digital transformation.
e& UAE introduces the GCC’s first dual-band MetaAAU, boosting 5G network efficiency, coverage, and energy savings with a compact, integrated antenna solution.
Dialog Axiata extends 5G roaming to 70 countries with 150 operator partnerships, offering Sri Lankan travelers high-speed, reliable global connectivity.
e& UAE introduces the first Dual-Band 64T64R MetaAAU in the region, boosting 5G capacity and energy efficiency. The integrated unit cuts equipment needs and power use, accelerating sustainable network rollout and supporting the UAE’s net-zero ambitions.
Huawei presented 5G demos and VR experiences at Digital Bangladesh Mela 2020, emphasizing 5G’s role in digital transformation. The event showcased tech innovation and policy discussions to support Bangladesh’s digital vision.
Ooredoo Kuwait and Ericsson are modernizing Ooredoo’s charging system with cloud-native infrastructure to enhance 5G monetization and service innovation, marking a key step in Kuwait’s telecom digital transformation.
Morocco has launched a public tender for 5G licenses to foster adoption of advanced mobile technologies supporting the country’s economic and social development under the Maroc Digital 2030 plan.
Morocco’s ANRT launched a tender to license 5G mobile network operators as part of the Digital 2030 strategy. The move aims to provide faster, reliable 5G services to support key sectors like industry and healthcare, advancing the country’s digital and economic development.
Zain Iraq drives digital transformation with 5G readiness, youth empowerment programs, public-private partnerships, and eSports support, fostering innovation and inclusion across sectors to build a future-ready Iraq.