Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Morocco has partnered with Z.systems to digitize 50,000 retail stores, equipping shopkeepers with e-wallets, loyalty programs, and direct brand access. Alongside WOLIZ’s deal to expand digital payments, the initiative strengthens financial inclusion and prepares Morocco’s retail sector for the 2030 World Cup.
WOLIZ has partnered with Morocco’s Ministry of Industry and Trade to equip 20,000 nanostores with connected terminals and expand its platform to 90,000 merchants nationwide, boosting digital inclusion, retail resilience, and last-mile entrepreneurship across the country.
Saudi Arabia leads globally in mobile shopping, driven by female consumers, with merchants advancing seamless cross-channel retail despite checkout friction challenges.
The UAE leads global mobile shopping, with 67% using smartphones for recent purchases, outpacing Saudi Arabia and Singapore. Driven by convenience and security, mobile retail grew 23% since 2022. Millennials lead adoption, Gen X follows, and rising cross-channel shopping solidifies the UAE’s role in digital commerce innovation.
Kuwait Mart is set to launch a tailored e-commerce platform designed to meet the growing demand for digital retail solutions in Kuwait. Offering practical features such as efficient delivery, a broad product range, and transparent pricing, it aims to provide a seamless shopping experience while contributing to the country’s e-commerce growth.