Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
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.
Tunisie Telecom has launched its nationwide 5G network, offering faster speeds and improved services across the country. The rollout includes a strategic partnership to expand international connectivity with a new submarine cable, part of Tunisia’s digital transformation strategy aimed at strengthening its position as a hub for innovation.
Pakistan’s seminar on 5G technology highlighted plans for 5G spectrum auctions in April-May, aiming to improve connectivity. Key speakers, including PTA Chairman Hafeez Ur Rehman and Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja, discussed how 5G deployment and enhanced submarine cable infrastructure will boost digital transformation and IT exports.
Ericsson and stc Group launched the Ericsson Connected Recycling platform in Saudi Arabia at LEAP 2025, with Alshaya Group as the first customer. This platform enables businesses to track and trade circular material flows, helping reduce waste, promote recycling, and minimize environmental impact while enhancing sustainability efforts.
stc Group signed over 75 strategic partnerships at LEAP 2025, showcasing its commitment to Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation. The event highlighted key initiatives like the launch of upsource by solutions and stc.AI, along with collaborations with AWS, Nokia, Huawei, Ericsson, and others to enhance cloud, AI, and 5G capabilities.
stc Group and Huawei have launched the region’s first AI-driven 5G network software to enhance connectivity for the gaming and esports industries. The Intelligent Personalized Experience (IPE) 5G-Advanced solution optimizes key network metrics like bandwidth, delay, and jitter in real-time, providing high-quality, uninterrupted gaming experiences for users worldwide.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Oman has launched extensive field visits to monitor telecom indicators, including signal strength, data speed, and voice service. The visits will cover multiple governorates and tourist areas, with a focus on improving 4G and 5G coverage, data speed, and voice service quality.