Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Morobe Province is collaborating with PNG DataCo and Oracle to implement a comprehensive digital government platform utilizing AI and cloud technology. The project focuses on automating procurement, budget tracking, and citizen services to improve provincial transparency, with initial deliveries scheduled within the next year.
stc leads Middle East telecoms with a brand value of USD 17.6 billion and the region’s strongest BSI score, while Zain, du, and Mobily also showed significant growth. Middle Eastern telecoms are expanding into fintech, cloud, and digital services, boosting global competitiveness.
Huawei hosted the Northern Africa OTF 2026 in Barcelona, launching the Digital Operation Transformation Pioneer Club 2.0 with African operators. The initiative focuses on AI-driven telecom transformation, improving networks, user experience, and digital services to accelerate growth across Africa.
Algeria has introduced four national digital platforms to modernize higher education, improve student services, and strengthen innovation. The initiatives include incubator networking, a spin-off registry, psychological counseling access, and a meal reservation system. The move supports governance reforms and reinforces universities’ role in entrepreneurship and national development.
Accenture has launched a Connected Innovation Center in Riyadh to accelerate AI adoption and enterprise transformation under Vision 2030. The hub supports cloud and AI prototyping, workforce upskilling through LearnVantage, and partnerships with global tech leaders, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s position as a regional digital innovation center.
G42 and Publicis Sapient have signed an MoU to explore launching a joint venture focused on AI-first enterprise services across the UAE and Global South. The venture would combine sovereign AI infrastructure with industry-specific platforms to accelerate large-scale AI deployment and measurable digital transformation outcomes.
Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals conducted field visits with mining companies to review digital service performance under the Tahawul programme. Feedback on licensing, online platforms, and service timelines will inform phased updates aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and private sector engagement in the mining sector.
MCIT enabled 30 digital solutions and 94 matchmaking sessions in 2025 under the SMEs Go Digital Program, advancing digital transformation across Qatar’s SME sector. The initiative supports cloud adoption, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency to strengthen economic diversification and competitiveness.
SOHAR Port and Freezone has launched Makan, an in-house digital platform integrating spatial, operational, and infrastructure data to enhance industrial planning, investor engagement, and sustainable development in line with Oman’s diversification goals.
Oman’s telecom revenue reached RO961 million in 2025 as mobile, IoT, broadband, and 5G adoption expanded, while 50 government schools were connected to Starlink to enhance digital access.