Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman Broadband plans to connect one million homes to fiber-optic internet within three years, building on coverage of over 926,000 units by end-2025. The expansion supports Oman’s digital economy, smart city development, and improved public services nationwide.
Algerie Telecom and ANGEM launched a practical fiber optic training program in Tlemcen to help young entrepreneurs build micro-enterprises in the optical fiber sector. The course combines theory, fieldwork, and FTTH installation training, supporting national efforts to expand digital skills, youth entrepreneurship, and Algeria’s fiber ecosystem.
Morocco’s telecom regulator has mandated fiber optic infrastructure sharing to boost competition, lower costs, and expand broadband coverage. The reform targets growth from 1.5M households in 2022 to 5.6M by 2030, aligning with Morocco’s Digital 2030 vision and paving the way for enhanced internet quality and 5G readiness.
Algeria Telecom introduces Africa’s fastest FTTH service at 1.6 Gbps, supporting digital transformation and expanding fiber connectivity to millions of homes and businesses nationwide.
Algeria Telecom has launched an online survey to identify areas lacking fibre connectivity ahead of its 2026 FTTH expansion. With over 2 million subscribers, fibre still covers only 27% of households. The survey will help prioritize network growth based on citizen feedback and regional needs.
Algérie Télécom is offering a limited-time promotion for new Idoom Fibre subscribers, providing one month of free 1000 Mbps internet, a free modem, zero installation fees, and a subscription rate of just 1000 DA. The offer runs from May 4 to June 3, 2025, and aims to enhance digital access.