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’s Spectrum Advisory Committee met under Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb to chart a roadmap for spectrum allocation. Officials, GSMA, and mobile operators emphasized spectrum’s role in boosting telecom growth, exports, and jobs. The government pledged timely reforms and inclusive policies to deliver affordable, high-quality connectivity nationwide.
Zong 4G will discontinue multiple value-added services including MusiCall, Eid greetings, and stock updates from September 15, 2025. The decision reflects changing user trends as telecoms shift from legacy VAS to high-speed data, streaming, and digital services, aligning with Pakistan’s growing digital-first ecosystem.
Zong’s nationwide Z SAIS Cloud showcase demonstrates its commitment to empowering Pakistan’s enterprises with locally hosted, business-ready cloud solutions. By expanding strategic partnerships and fostering innovation, Zong is accelerating digital transformation and establishing itself as a key enabler of the country’s cloud-driven future.
PTCL Group upgrades IT core routing with Cisco solutions, enhancing network efficiency, customer experience, and operational agility through strategic collaboration with NETS International.
VEON and Engro have secured all regulatory approvals for their strategic telecom infrastructure partnership in Pakistan, aiming to optimize infrastructure and accelerate digital transformation. Jazz will continue service delivery on leased infrastructure, marking a milestone in Jazz’s asset-light evolution.