Zain KSA has successfully completed a digital transformation with Netcracker Technology, implementing a cloud-based BSS/OSS system. The new platform enhances customer experiences, improves operational efficiencies, and supports expansion into fintech, IoT, and cloud computing. This initiative aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s digital transformation goals and boosts 5G capabilities.
Huawei has partnered with Telecom Egypt to deploy advanced 5G solutions, including BladeAAU technology and the first 5G Digital Indoor System in Northern Africa. This collaboration aims to optimize Telecom Egypt’s network, enhancing broadband services and supporting Egypt’s digital transformation and economic growth with cutting-edge ICT infrastructure.
Turkcell has partnered with Ericsson at Mobile World Congress 2025 to integrate generative AI into its network operations. The collaboration aims to enhance network efficiency, automation, and resilience for 5G, 6G, and future connectivity solutions. Both companies will explore AI-driven innovations to improve customer experiences and operational scalability.
Ericsson has partnered with Zain Bahrain to expand and modernize its 4G and 5G networks. The deal includes the extension of Managed Services, the deployment of energy-efficient RAN products, and network upgrades to support Bahrain’s digital transformation and sustainability goals. This collaboration aims to enhance network performance and customer experiences.
Ooredoo Qatar has partnered with Ericsson to enhance 5G network efficiency by integrating cloud-native Ericsson Mediation into its infrastructure. This will boost operational efficiency, manage growing data demands, and open opportunities for advanced use cases and new revenue streams. The move strengthens Ooredoo’s position in 5G services.
Juniper Networks has partnered with Saudi Telecom Company (stc) to enhance 5G services in 75 cities across Saudi Arabia. By leveraging Juniper’s 400G routers, stc has significantly boosted network capacity and efficiency, while reducing power consumption by 43%. This collaboration supports stc’s digital transformation and sustainability goals.
du has deployed its 5G-Advanced network, achieving 10.56 Gbps speeds and ultra-low latency, setting a new standard for telecommunications in the UAE. This breakthrough will support data-intensive applications, smart city infrastructure, and IoT deployments, further advancing the UAE’s digital transformation and global leadership in technology innovation.
Ooredoo Qatar has integrated Ericsson Mediation into its network, enabling efficient data management across mobile, fixed, and converged networks. This cloud-native solution enhances operational efficiency, supports 5G monetization, and lays the foundation for future AI, machine learning, and analytics initiatives. It also promises cost reductions and improved flexibility.
Iran is nearing the completion of its 5G internet development for mobile phones, with the transfer of a new 1500 MHz frequency broadband underway. This step paves the way for enhanced mobile internet speed and quality, with additional efforts to secure broader access through 700 and 800 MHz frequency bands.
Jazz organized a five-day 5G training program at the Jazz-NUST 5G Innovation Lab for officials from the Frequency Allocation Board (FAB). The training covered essential 5G technologies and network optimization, supporting Pakistan’s digital transformation. The initiative strengthens collaboration between industry, academia, and government to accelerate 5G adoption.
