Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria’s Sonelgaz and Algérie Poste partnership enables Edahabia cardholders to pay utility bills securely via BaridiMob, boosting digital financial inclusion and e-governance. The initiative supports the government’s modernization agenda focused on efficient, transparent, and citizen-centric public services.
Mobile phone ownership in Nepal exceeds 80%, yet only 6% use mobile money. Despite this, mobile money drives formal savings growth amid persistent gender and access gaps. Digital finance and financial inclusion show promise for empowerment and economic development.
ORA Technologies raises $7.5 million to scale its Kooul food delivery platform and ORA Cash mobile wallet, driving digital payments and e-commerce adoption in Morocco with a record-breaking funding round.
MyMonty teams up with Mastercard to boost digital payment solutions in Lebanon, enhancing transaction security and convenience while supporting the nation’s transition to a cashless digital economy.
Iraq is advancing efforts to introduce Apple Pay, engaging with Apple’s regional team to meet technical requirements and expand digital payment options, supporting financial inclusion and electronic payment growth.
MyMonty has partnered with Mastercard to scale digital payment solutions in Lebanon, enhancing transaction efficiency and security for individuals and businesses while supporting the country’s transition to a cashless digital economy.
Sri Lanka’s GovPay platform has connected 50+ government organisations, processing thousands of digital transactions and advancing the country’s cashless economy vision. Planned expansions include card payments and broader institutional adoption to support a growing digital public infrastructure.
QIIB and Visa have partnered to launch the Click to Pay feature with biometric authentication, simplifying and securing online payments for GCC cardholders. This initiative enhances digital commerce by leveraging cutting-edge biometric technology and aligns with regional objectives for secure, seamless digital transactions.
Pakistan plans to enable secure remittances from overseas workers, especially in Gulf countries, via PayPak. The initiative aims to digitize payments and improve access for millions of Pakistanis abroad.
Vodafone Qatar’s iPay app offers USD 2.75 cashback on international transfers, promoting digital payments aligned with Qatar’s 2030 cashless economy goals. The operator-agnostic app supports fast, secure remittances and merchant payments, in partnership with Gulf Exchange and other financial institutions.