Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
MTN South Africa and Ericsson have completed a landmark 5G core modernisation project, deploying cloud-native solutions to boost network performance, automation, and agility. The upgrade—executed with zero disruption to millions of live sessions—prepares MTN for a seamless transition to a 5G standalone core.
Zain Bahrain has partnered with Ericsson to deploy advanced RAN solutions, including Massive MIMO radios, to expand network capacity and improve coverage. The upgrade will optimize 4G and 5G performance, enhance customer experiences, and support Bahrain’s digital transformation through modern, sustainable infrastructure.
Ericsson and Zain Bahrain have signed an agreement to expand mobile broadband capacity with advanced RAN products, boosting 4G and 5G performance. The partnership strengthens digital infrastructure in Bahrain, enhancing connectivity, spectrum use, and customer experience across the Kingdom.
e& UAE outperformed rivals in the Opensignal 2025 report, won 12 of 13 national awards, and set a world record 5G uplink speed of 600Mbps. It launched the UAE’s first enterprise 5G slicing, partnered with Ericsson to expand 5G RAN, and continues to power the UAE’s global leadership in digital transformation under Vision 2031.
Ericsson and 12 major CSPs have finalized their joint venture, Aduna, to scale network API adoption worldwide. The 50:50 partnership leverages Ericsson’s platform, operator relationships, and global reach to deliver telecom capabilities to developers, aiming to expand participation and accelerate innovation.
Ooredoo Kuwait and Ericsson are upgrading the operator’s charging system using Ericsson’s cloud-native technology to enhance 5G services, enable flexible monetization, and accelerate digital transformation in Kuwait’s telecom sector.
Ooredoo Kuwait and Ericsson are modernizing Ooredoo’s charging system with cloud-native infrastructure to enhance 5G monetization and service innovation, marking a key step in Kuwait’s telecom digital transformation.
Ooredoo Kuwait upgrades charging system with Ericsson’s cloud-native infrastructure, boosting 5G service monetization and customer experience.
Mobily and Ericsson use AI-powered network solutions to enhance connectivity for millions of pilgrims during Hajj 2025, improving service quality and aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s digital transformation goals.
Ericsson inaugurated its new regional headquarters in Riyadh, enhancing its Middle East and Africa presence. The move supports Saudi Vision 2030 goals through innovation, 5G leadership, and talent development. Key partners like stc and Mobily reaffirmed collaboration, while initiatives like the Gen-E Graduate Programme foster local tech expertise.