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
Ufone 4G’s parent company, PTML, acquired 180 MHz of 5G spectrum for $156.75 million in Pakistan’s latest auction. The allocation covers the 2600 MHz and 3500 MHz bands, providing the capacity needed for urban 5G rollout. This infrastructure will support Ufone, Onic, and Telenor subscribers, facilitating a nationwide shift toward ultra-fast mobile broadband and low-latency digital services.
Pakistan raised $510 million through its landmark 5G spectrum auction in the 2600 MHz and 3500 MHz bands. With the assignment stage complete, telecom operators will begin pilot services next week. The initiative aims to triple network capacity and significantly increase national internet speeds, accelerating the “Digital Pakistan” vision.
Zong and NADRA have partnered to deploy multi-biometric and facial verification technologies to enable secure, inclusive SIM issuance, strengthen real-time subscriber verification, and accelerate Pakistan’s citizen-centric digital transformation agenda.
Pakistan will launch 5G services in seven cities in the coming months. Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja linked the rollout to economic growth, AI training for up to one million youth, and expanded submarine cable capacity, reinforcing Pakistan’s commitment to digital transformation under the Digital Pakistan vision.
The Wireless and Internet Service Providers Association of Pakistan (WISPAP) has welcomed the government’s decision to waive Right of Way…
PTCL Group reported 16% YoY revenue growth in HY 2025, fueled by fiber broadband, enterprise services, and Ufone 4G. Despite a one-off net loss, the Group expanded its FTTH footprint, launched Pakistan’s first 5G-ready smart community, boosted digital wallets and apps, and advanced major regional connectivity projects.
Islamabad will soon have free Wi-Fi at 35 major locations including markets, bus stations, and parks. The CDA-NTC project aims to make Islamabad Pakistan’s first free Wi-Fi city, with revenue reinvested for sustainability. Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa assured uninterrupted, high-quality connectivity for residents.
PPRA has trained over 10,000 professionals in e-procurement as part of Digital Pakistan, launching a new diploma program with NUST. The initiative enhances transparency and efficiency in public procurement, supported by widespread use of the e-PADS system and thousands of registered suppliers.
Jazz has expanded its Digital Pakistan Fellowship Programme to LUMS, empowering students to lead conversations on technology and innovation. This initiative will help raise awareness of technology’s role in Pakistan’s development and contribute to a digital transformation. The programme also offers opportunities for tech journalism across various platforms.
Jazz has expanded its Digital Pakistan Fellowship Programme to LUMS, empowering students to lead conversations around technology and innovation. This initiative aims to inspire students to raise awareness about the transformative role of technology in Pakistan’s development and showcase the country’s potential on global platforms.