Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan released Rs 2.43 billion for IT and telecom projects in Q1 FY2025–26, though only Rs 111.77 million has been utilized. Key initiatives include IT parks, AI advancement, GDPR compliance, and Smart Islamabad — all supporting Pakistan’s digital transformation agenda.
Oman Data Park has partnered with Axway to deliver secure, API-driven digital integration across Oman, aligning with Vision 2040. The alliance strengthens data sovereignty, modernization, and in-country innovation while positioning Oman as a trusted regional digital hub.
Mohammedia — Orange Maroc has unveiled its new generative AI platform, “Live Intelligence,” marking a major milestone in Morocco’s journey toward secure, sovereign, and inclusive digital transformation. The launch event, held at Technopolis Rabat, brought together government leaders, industry experts, and executives from the Orange Group to highlight the Kingdom’s growing role in global AI innovation.
Algeria and Huawei have agreed to strengthen cooperation on technology deployment, digital infrastructure, and talent development. The initiative aims to transform Algeria from a technology consumer into a producer by fostering local expertise and partnerships aligned with the government’s digital investment strategy.
The UAE’s AI industry is on track to reach $46 billion by 2030, driven by strong government strategy, rising corporate investment, and rapid adoption across healthcare, logistics, and governance. The MENA region is emerging as a global AI powerhouse led by the UAE’s innovation-first policies.
Daraz Sri Lanka partnered with the Ministry of Industry to train Relationship Officers under the National RO Program, equipping them to guide SMEs in digital adoption and e-commerce. The initiative supports SME growth, digital inclusion, and entrepreneurship across Sri Lanka.
PTCL Group showcased Pakistan’s digital innovation and social impact at GITEX Global 2025, unveiling partnerships in IoT, CPaaS, and device services while spotlighting women’s empowerment, digital inclusion, and accessibility initiatives. The Group also won global recognition for its solar-powered water campaign in Thar.
Egypt has risen 40 points in the UN Index for Internet usage, driven by major telecom investments and nationwide service expansion. The country now has over 90 million mobile and 12 million broadband users, marking a decade of strong progress in digital inclusion and infrastructure modernization.
Kuwait will host the 4th Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference on November 17–18, uniting government, regulators, and tech leaders to drive Vision 2035 through AI, cloud, and cybersecurity innovation.
Bahrain’s iGA, in collaboration with Microsoft, hosted specialised Fabric Data Management Platform training to boost AI-driven data skills across government entities and advance national digital transformation goals.