Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zong Engage’s Manhunt 2 PUBG Mobile Tournament drew 21,000 players and 1,300 teams, becoming Pakistan’s biggest esports event. With international participation and major partnerships, Zong continues to power youth innovation and elevate the country’s digital entertainment landscape.
Jordan introduced mobile number portability, allowing users to switch operators without changing numbers. The reform boosts consumer choice, digital identity integration, and fair competition across the telecom sector — driving quality, innovation, and network investment in line with national digital economy goals.
Allianz Morocco has launched a 24/7 digital health insurance platform offering faster claims settlement and one-hour hospital care approvals, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and customer-centric insurance services.
Lebanon’s new Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, officially launched by Minister Charles Hage, signals a long-awaited reform of the sector, aiming to foster competition, expand high-speed internet, and attract private investment after years of state monopoly.
Kyrgyzstan has launched a pilot project to test non-geostationary satellite systems, advancing its digital agenda and expanding high-speed internet access nationwide. The initiative, signed into law by President Sadyr Japarov, aims to close the digital divide and enable innovative telecom technologies.
The UAE Ministry of Education has rolled out a new online tuition payment system for expatriate students in government schools, replacing manual payments with a secure digital platform. The move enhances efficiency, transparency, and safety, alongside new pilot procedures to improve student dismissal systems.
Saudi Arabia’s e-commerce market is projected to hit $708.7 billion by 2033, driven by AI, digital payments, and a tech-savvy youth population. Mobile commerce, social media sales, and fintech innovation are fueling double-digit annual growth under Vision 2030, making the Kingdom a digital retail powerhouse.
Morocco has launched a $38 million Digital for Sustainable Development Hub with the UNDP to advance AI, blockchain, and digital infrastructure across Arab and African nations. The initiative reinforces Morocco’s role as a regional digital leader while boosting innovation, economic growth, and cross-border collaboration.
The Community Media Network has opened registration for the regional conference “Community Media in the Digital Age,” to be held November 15–16, 2025, in Amman. Marking AmmanNet’s 25th anniversary, the event will explore inclusion, sustainability, and legal reforms to strengthen community media across the region.
Egypt’s Minister of ICT Amr Talaat announced that tech startup investments have risen sevenfold since 2020, fueled by innovation-friendly reforms and global investor interest. Programs like Creativa and Start IT, along with the upgraded EgyptInnovate platform, are helping position Egypt as a leading regional hub for innovation.