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
Oman’s Ministry of Transport has opened an investment opportunity for the creation of a nationwide digital ticketing platform. The system will integrate ticket sales across various digital channels to streamline public transport use and improve data-driven management. This move aligns with the country’s digital transformation goals and includes a rigorous tender process concluding in July 2026.
Algeria and Niger are expanding their bilateral ties with a focus on telecommunications infrastructure and digital skills. The partnership aims to improve regional fiber optic connectivity and establish joint training centers to bolster local ICT expertise. Algeria will provide technical support for Niger’s digital and postal service rollout, leveraging its own experience in ecosystem development.
Bahrain participated in ITU’s WTDC-25 in Baku, showcasing achievements in digital transformation and regulatory modernisation. The TRA reaffirmed support for global digital inclusion, contributed to sector policy discussions, and backed Adel Darwish’s candidacy for ITU Deputy Secretary-General.
Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority participated in ITU’s WTDC-25 in Baku, contributing to policy discussions on ICT development and digital inclusion. The delegation highlighted Bahrain’s digital transformation progress, supported Adel Darwish’s ITU leadership candidacy, and reaffirmed commitment to global, inclusive digital growth.
Azerbaijan and Iraq have formalised a new protocol to coordinate FM broadcasting, agreeing on frequencies and technical parameters for current and future stations. Signed during the World Telecommunication Development Conference in Baku, the agreement builds on a 2023 MoU and strengthens bilateral cooperation to ensure efficient, interference-free FM radio services between the two countries.