Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Sri Lanka has issued its first Telecom Infrastructure Services License to EDOTCO, allowing independent firms to manage telecom towers. The move will reduce operator costs, expand rural coverage, and advance digital inclusion by promoting shared infrastructure, efficiency, and sustainability across the island’s telecom sector.
Kuwait has become one of the first countries worldwide to complete a nationwide 5G Advanced rollout, with Huawei and Knetco deploying the technology for Ooredoo, Zain, and stc. The upgrade strengthens Vision 2035 goals, supports smart city and industrial applications, and lays the foundation for Kuwait’s future 6G journey.
Salam and Syria’s Ministry of Communications sign MoU to expand Syria’s digital infrastructure with new IP PoPs in Damascus and Aleppo, promoting regional cooperation and supporting Syria’s digital transformation ambitions.
Bangladesh TowerCo Association formed to unify tower companies, advocating for telecom reforms and better infrastructure to accelerate digital inclusion and 5G readiness.
e& and 4iG Group sign MoU to collaborate on subsea and terrestrial networks, data centers, and digital infrastructure projects connecting Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, strengthening regional connectivity and economic growth.
Cisco’s deal to modernize Bahrain’s government networks is part of a $17 billion US-Bahrain investment partnership focusing on technology and infrastructure, reinforcing Bahrain’s drive to become a Gulf tech leader.
U Mobile partners with Melaka ICT Holdings to leverage state infrastructure and accelerate 5G deployment in Malacca. The collaboration supports U Mobile’s target of 80% national 5G coverage by mid-2026, with Malacca aiming for full 4G and 5G population coverage by 2027.
Liberia, ECOWAS, and the World Bank collaborate on a second subsea cable to connect five West African countries, improving network redundancy and digital infrastructure. This initiative aims to ensure more reliable internet access and strengthen regional connectivity beyond the current single ACE cable.
Morocco’s plan to build a 500MW renewable-energy data center in Dakhla supports data sovereignty and regional digital leadership. This complements its ongoing investments in AI and fiber optics, reflecting a strong commitment to modernizing digital infrastructure and securing sensitive information within national borders.
Beyon announces Khaleej North, an 800-km submarine cable linking Bahrain with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq, expanding Gulf connectivity and digital resilience alongside the Al Khaleej Cable.