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 Legal Conference on Digital Health called for stronger legal frameworks, AI-specific regulations, and enhanced data protection. Experts highlighted AI’s transformative role in healthcare, but warned of infrastructure and expertise gaps. Recommendations included setting up a national governance body, boosting regional cooperation, and advancing automation in health processes.
The Oman Health Exhibition 2025 opened in Muscat with a strong focus on digital health and AI, featuring global hospitals and showcasing robotics, telemedicine, and AI-driven tools to boost efficiency. International partnerships and a 30% rise in pavilion participation reflect Oman’s growing healthcare innovation and investment opportunities.
The 14th Oman Health Exhibition opened in Muscat with strong focus on AI, digital health, and telemedicine. Featuring local and international hospitals, the event highlights new technologies, insurance integration, and growing medical tourism, with a 30% rise in participation at the ‘Treat in Oman Pavilion.’
Saudi Arabia and Syria have signed an MoU linking Seha Virtual Hospital with Syria’s Health Ministry, enabling real-time consultations, digital healthcare access, and collaboration in emergency management, preventive care, and health investment. The partnership underscores Saudi Arabia’s role in regional health innovation and Syria’s efforts to rebuild its medical system.
Tunisia’s Ministry of Health is deploying the Najda platform nationwide to improve cardiac emergency response. Linking ambulances, hospitals, and specialists in real time, Najda reduces treatment delays and boosts survival chances. The project is part of broader health digitization efforts, including telemedicine expansion and international partnerships.
Telenor Velocity partnered with women-led startup FitHer to boost digital innovation in women’s health. FitHer will receive support in app and business development, preparing for integration with Telenor’s digital health platform, aiming to expand women’s wellness solutions across Pakistan.
Egypt’s Digital Egypt 2030 mandates AI-driven, interoperable healthcare platforms aligned with public systems like UHIS. Enterprises must prioritize compliance, Arabic NLP, accessibility, and scalability to succeed in Egypt’s rapidly evolving healthtech ecosystem.
Kuwait advances healthcare reform with new hospitals, emergency response units, and digital services. Initiatives include expanded screening, mobile emergency care, and international doctor collaborations, supporting a more accessible and innovative national health system.
Algeria’s Ministry of Health has launched a digital platform to facilitate blood donation management by connecting donors with centers and centralizing data on blood needs. The initiative supports increased collection efficiency amid rising demand, building on recent campaigns to sustain donations year-round through technology and citizen engagement.
Robi Axiata launches free, round-the-clock online medical consultations for Hajj roaming pack users via the ‘Shukhee’ platform, supporting Bangla and English consultations. The service, a first in Bangladesh’s telecom sector, enhances pilgrim care and includes real-time location tracking through the Deen app.