Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Omantel launches Otech to accelerate Oman’s digital transformation, consolidating its technology assets under a unified platform focused on cloud, cybersecurity, AI and data infrastructure. The initiative supports Vision 2040 goals, strengthens sovereign cloud capabilities, and positions Oman as a regional technology and digital economy hub.
Qatar’s National Planning Council plans to scale AI adoption across its operations, leveraging Microsoft technologies to enhance productivity, automate workflows and support data-driven policy development aligned with national digital transformation goals.
Oman’s Environment Authority has completed its full digital transformation through cloud adoption, improving service efficiency, cybersecurity readiness and environmental monitoring while advancing the country’s smart government and sustainability objectives.
UNESCO and Jordan’s Ministry of Education convened a digital transformation workshop in Amman to advance inclusive education reform, focusing on policy alignment, digital infrastructure and data-driven decision-making to support sustainable learning outcomes.
Egypt will host the first Ai Everything MEA summit under presidential patronage, positioning Cairo as a regional platform for AI innovation, investment and governance discussions while reinforcing the country’s ambitions to build an AI-driven digital economy.
Deloitte said hosting the academy in Muscat reflects its support for Oman’s digital transformation ambitions and its commitment to strengthening the region’s technology leadership pipeline. The programme forms part of a wider regional initiative, with alumni gaining access to an ongoing peer network and future leadership forums.
Experts note that while other African markets can learn from the model, replicating it requires coordinated spectrum policy, device affordability, reliable power, and upfront capital. GSMA Intelligence projects that by 2030, 5G could account for more than 20% of Africa’s mobile connections, reaching nearly 390 million users.
QNB is positioning itself at the centre of Qatar’s fintech evolution by modernising banking infrastructure, embracing cloud and AI, and fostering global collaboration through Web Summit Qatar. The bank’s strategy aligns digital innovation with national objectives, strengthening Qatar’s ambition to become a leading regional hub for financial technology.
Trango Tech is expanding its mobile app development operations across the GCC, with dedicated teams in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The move targets growing demand in sectors like fintech, healthcare, and logistics, delivering secure, scalable, bilingual apps aligned with regional regulations and business needs.
CG Net and Thulo.com have partnered to bring affordable automation tools to Nepal’s SMEs, helping businesses replace manual workflows with structured digital systems. The initiative targets productivity, customer management, and sales efficiency, launching in major cities with plans for nationwide expansion to modernize the SME ecosystem.