Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The alliance represents a strategic shift toward AI-centric telecommunications in Northern Africa, backed by global infrastructure expertise. By pooling resources and sharing best practices, the participating operators aim to leapfrog traditional development stages and establish a robust digital economy powered by high-speed connectivity and automated intelligent systems.
Morobe Province is collaborating with PNG DataCo and Oracle to implement a comprehensive digital government platform utilizing AI and cloud technology. The project focuses on automating procurement, budget tracking, and citizen services to improve provincial transparency, with initial deliveries scheduled within the next year.
Mobile World Congress 2026 opened in Barcelona with AI, sovereign technology, and next-generation networks dominating discussions. Over 2,900 companies are showcasing innovations as smartphone sales rebound globally. Industry leaders are focusing on AI-driven services, 5G expansion, future 6G readiness, and Europe’s push for greater digital independence.
GITEX AFRICA Morocco will return to Marrakech from April 7 to 9, 2026, placing artificial intelligence at the center of discussions on sovereign digital growth. The event aims to advance public policy, scale high-impact solutions, and strengthen cross-border cooperation across Africa’s digital economy.
India’s IT industry is projected to surpass $300 billion in revenue in the upcoming fiscal year, driven by AI adoption, improving global demand, and steady outsourcing growth. Nasscom forecasts 6.1% growth to $315 billion, with employment nearing 5.95 million. While AI is reshaping traditional services, it is also creating new growth opportunities across segments.
Nepal Police has launched an AI and Advanced Analytics Cell to monitor online disinformation and strengthen digital security. The unit will analyse social media content and CCTV data, with a focus on election-related fake news and risk reduction. Officials say it will enhance surveillance and proactive security management nationwide.
ZainTECH partnered with IDCF 2026 in Kuwait to support responsible AI, digital investment, and cross-border cooperation. Held alongside the DCO General Assembly, the Forum adopted the Kuwait Declaration on Responsible AI. ZainTECH highlighted trust-driven digital ecosystems spanning AI, cybersecurity, cloud, and transformation solutions.
Indus AI Week demonstrated strategic intent and governance awareness. Whether the Islamabad AI Declaration becomes a credible national blueprint will depend on budgets, institutional depth, regulatory clarity, and measurable public outcomes.
Morocco has partnered with AXA and three ministries to strengthen national AI and digital skills through targeted training, apprenticeships, and R&D initiatives. The move supports the Maroc IA 2030 roadmap and wider digital government reforms, positioning the country as a regional technology hub.
Ericsson and Mistral AI are collaborating to develop telecom-focused AI agents aimed at automating legacy systems, accelerating 6G R&D, and enhancing network resilience. The partnership underscores the industry’s push to integrate advanced AI into core network infrastructure.