Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria’s Minister of Higher Education, Kamel Baddari, launched three new digital platforms at CERIST in Algiers: a cloud computing system, a drone platform, and a business incubator. These initiatives aim to drive innovation, support startups, and enhance Algeria’s digital economy, with plans to expand to 100 startups annually by 2027.
Orange Jordan hosted a workshop on business models and innovation for over 50 Coding Academy students in Amman. Led by Dr. Ashraf Bani Mohammad, the session focused on entrepreneurship, revenue strategies, and emerging technologies, equipping participants with the skills to transform programming knowledge into innovative business ideas.
Morocco’s DigiSchool 2025 program aims to integrate digital technologies into education by training 1,800 teachers in AI, robotics, and augmented reality. Additionally, 36,000 students will participate in clubs across 248 schools. This initiative aligns with Morocco’s 2022–2026 roadmap and “Morocco Digital 2030” strategy to prepare a tech-savvy workforce.
Orange Jordan, in partnership with MoDEE, has launched the incubation phase for 100 entrepreneurial ideas from the 2024 Entrepreneurship Hackathon. The initiative offers training, mentoring, and support through Orange Incubators, aiming to foster growth in sectors like agricultural technology, education, renewable energy, and tourism, contributing to national development.
Yango Ventures, part of Yango Group, is supporting early-stage startups with an initial $20 million fund. The venture focuses on sectors like O2O, B2B SaaS, and FinTech, aiming to foster innovation and sustainable growth. The initiative also emphasizes digitalization and economic development in high-growth markets globally.
LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025 will recognize top innovations in digital payments across Sri Lanka’s financial sector. The awards aim to honor institutions driving digital transformation, financial inclusivity, and customer convenience. Categories include excellence in mobile applications, retail payments, and government digital payments, with the event supported by major global partners.
Jordan’s Minister of Digital Economy, Sami Smeirat, attended MWC 2025 in Barcelona to strengthen partnerships in digital transformation, AI, and 5G. The Kingdom aims to enhance its position as a regional tech hub, attract investment, and create job opportunities, fostering innovation and supporting startups and entrepreneurs in Jordan.
Oman will host DLive 2025, a premier event focused on AI, Blockchain, IoT, and Digital Transformation, gathering industry leaders, investors, and government officials. The event will feature inspiring talks, networking, and the DLive Awards, recognizing excellence in digital transformation, fintech, cybersecurity, and more, aligned with Oman’s Vision 2040.
Orange Jordan has been awarded the “Fastest Fixed Internet – Fiber Network” certificate for 2024, marking its third consecutive year of recognition. The award highlights the company’s superior network performance, driven by significant investments in fiber optic infrastructure and innovative technologies, reinforcing its leadership in Jordan’s digital transformation.
Qatar Airways unveiled innovative technologies at Web Summit Qatar 2025, including Sama’s AI Booking, Dream Destination – The Pulse, and QVerse Multi-Sensory Experience. These advancements aim to enhance passenger experiences with AI-driven tools for booking, travel, and personalized services, supporting Qatar’s vision for technological growth.