Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Huawei has inaugurated a new office in Cairo, reinforcing its commitment to Egypt’s digital transformation. The new facility aims to support local talent and enhance technological innovation in the region, positioning Egypt as a key hub for ICT solutions and outsourcing in the MENA area.
du has set a new standard in 5G connectivity by being the first in the Middle East to deploy Huawei’s 5G LampSite X with Three Carrier Aggregation, achieving a peak data rate of 5.1 Gbps. This innovation enhances indoor connectivity and underscores du’s leadership in the 5G market.
Huawei and UNESCO launch Phase II of their collaborative project to enhance digital learning in Brazil, Egypt, and Thailand, focusing on creating inclusive and resilient educational environments.
Huawei has launched AI initiatives to drive Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, focusing on digital transformation and economic diversification. The company highlighted its advanced AI technologies and noted significant growth in public cloud revenue during the Huawei Cloud Summit in Riyadh, where it showcased its role in the Kingdom’s technological progress.
Huawei and Orange Egypt have implemented the first Bare Metal Container in Egypt, enhancing their long-term collaboration. This deployment of Huawei’s virtual Evolved Packet Core (vEPC) supports seamless mobile network convergence and advances Egypt’s digital transformation. The partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to innovation and aligns with Egypt’s 2030 Vision.
Huawei Cloud, in collaboration with Fintech Saudi, hosted the Huawei Cloud Fintech Day Saudi Arabia 2024, highlighting innovative cloud solutions for the Kingdom’s fintech industry. The event introduced the Fintech Pioneer Program, offering exclusive support to fintech companies, and emphasized the partnership’s role in driving digital transformation and fostering a robust fintech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.
Huawei hosted the Bahrain leg of the ME&CA Commercial Roadshow, showcasing ICT solutions for key sectors. The event emphasized Bahrain’s digital transformation and Vision 2030 goals. Highlights included Huawei’s new eKit platform for SMEs, the Commercial Market Growth Incentive Program, and partnerships with stc Bahrain to develop 5.5G networks and ICT training programs.
Eight Pakistani IT students will compete in the regional finals of Huawei’s Seeds for the Future 2024 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The program, part of Huawei’s global CSR initiative, aims to foster innovation and develop IT talent. Participants will receive training in digital skills, cross-cultural exchanges, and hands-on experience with advanced technologies.
The Institute of Business Management (IoBM), New Horizon, and Huawei Technologies showcased their new IT infrastructure at an event in Karachi. The initiative aims to enhance digital transformation in education, improve data security, and support innovative teaching. Key speakers emphasized the importance of technology in modernizing education and driving Pakistan’s technological advancement.
BNET and Huawei Bahrain have signed a MoU to enhance Bahrain’s fiber broadband experience. The partnership will deploy Huawei’s cutting-edge solutions, improving coverage for residences and businesses. This collaboration aims to position Bahrain as a global leader in fiber broadband, supporting the nation’s digital transformation and benefiting citizens and businesses alike.