Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Mastercard’s Africa AI whitepaper shows how responsible AI adoption could add billions to the economy, create 230 million jobs by 2030, and expand financial inclusion. It highlights opportunities in key countries but warns of risks from regulatory gaps and data challenges.
Tunisia hosts BIGTECH Africa Expo 2025, Africa’s premier innovation and AI event, attracting startups, investors, and experts to boost the continent’s digital transformation and global tech stature.
pawaPay and Airtel Money Africa expand inbound remittance services across seven countries, enhancing cross-border payments with real-time mobile wallet transactions to over 161 million users. The partnership aims to boost financial inclusion and simplify payments across Africa.
Algeria joined PAPSS, expanding the network to 18 African countries. The move supports reduced transaction costs and faster cross-border payments, fostering stronger economic integration and trade within the continent.
Orange’s Africa and Middle East segment led a 12.8% EBITDAaL growth, prompting the group to raise its 2025 growth target above 3%. The company reported solid H1 results, with strong Orange Money growth and a new cybersecurity division launch.
Space42, Microsoft, and Esri launched the Map Africa Initiative to create detailed, scalable base maps for all African countries. This five-year collaboration uses AI and cloud tech to support infrastructure development, smart cities, and economic growth across the continent.
AfriLabs and the African Telecommunications Union have joined forces through an MoU to accelerate digital innovation, enhance regulatory alignment, and support IP commercialization across Africa—aiming to bridge the digital divide and realize the continent’s vast internet economy potential.
Spotify partners with Carry1st to provide music sponsorship for the Africa Cup 2025 CODM tournament, enhancing fan experience with live performances and curated playlists ahead of the Lagos finals.
MTN and MTV Base launch Room of Safety, a 10-part youth-led series on child online safety, to raise awareness and promote positive digital behaviour across Africa.
5G adoption in Africa is rapidly growing with multiple commercial launches and rising subscriber numbers, but device costs, infrastructure, spectrum, and regulatory challenges hinder wider access. Addressing these barriers could enable 5G to add $10 billion to Africa’s economy by 2030.