Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
KAPP has secured conditional approval for a KD19.928 million fixed-line telecom upgrade project. The initiative targets nationwide fibre expansion to 90 percent of homes by 2028, speeds of up to 10 Gbps, and supports Kuwait’s digital transformation and New Kuwait 2035 vision.
Algérie Télécom has launched a Ramadan 2026 promotion offering up to 30 free internet days for customers who upgrade their connection speeds. The campaign also includes discounted fibre modems and Wi-Fi repeaters, supporting higher-speed adoption and national fibre expansion efforts.
Muscat will host the Fiber Connect Council MENA Conference on February 2–3, highlighting fibre’s role in AI-ready infrastructure, 5G, and data centres. The event aligns with Oman Vision 2040 and offers investors and telecom entrepreneurs opportunities in hyperscale data, open-access fibre, and smart connectivity.
Ghana has adopted a national Dig Once policy, integrating fibre ducts into all new road projects to cut costs, reduce fibre damage, and accelerate broadband and 5G rollout, positioning the country as a digital infrastructure leader in Africa.