Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Arabia’s telecom sector generated nearly $21.5 billion in revenues in the first nine months of 2025, with profits rising 5.72% as digital adoption surged. stc accounted for 80% of total sector profits, while Mobily and Zain KSA delivered strong growth. Demand for 5G, cloud services, IoT and AI continues to drive expansion, supported by Vision 2030’s digital transformation agenda.
Morocco’s cybersecurity market has reached $1.2 billion, supported by rising cyber threats, national security reforms and widespread digitalization. Demand is shifting toward MDR and SOC services as organizations seek round-the-clock monitoring and faster response capabilities. While government agencies and financial institutions lead spending, the sector faces a talent shortage and high deployment costs. Continued growth is expected as cybersecurity becomes a core business priority.
Egypt forecasts that AI will contribute 7.7% to its GDP by 2030, supported by major investments in digital infrastructure and a national plan to train 30,000 specialists. The country’s US$490 million AI market is expanding across cybersecurity, renewable energy, and education. Experts say this holistic strategy will reinforce Egypt’s regional digital leadership and support long-term economic sustainability.
Oman’s ITHCA Group has invested $20 million in U.S. firm Movandi to accelerate semiconductor and AI-powered communications innovation, including a new Muscat R&D hub. The move supports Vision 2040 and strengthens Oman’s digital ecosystem.
The DRC is advancing a $400 million satellite project with Monacosat to expand nationwide internet access, targeting rural areas and boosting digital services. With internet penetration below 25%, the initiative aims to close the connectivity gap and diversify the economy beyond mineral dependence.