e& Egypt has successfully begun manufacturing Egypt’s first fully local 5G router at the SICO factory in Assiut Governorate. This step is part of the company’s strategy to boost local production and meet customer demands, while also contributing to Egypt’s position as a regional technology and manufacturing hub.
In the first quarter of FY 2024-25, Pakistan’s mobile phone imports dropped to $246.472 million, an 18.93% decline from the previous year. Meanwhile, local manufacturing surged, producing 20.44 million handsets from January to August 2024, highlighting a shift towards domestic production amidst changing market dynamics.
Iraq has launched its first locally-produced Android smartphone in Erbil, marking a major stride towards technological independence. This milestone enhances Iraq’s capacity for high-tech manufacturing and supports its goal of becoming a regional leader in technology.
Egypt has signed an MoU with ZTE to launch local telecommunications equipment manufacturing and establish 5G training labs. This partnership will enhance Egypt’s tech industry, boost export capabilities in the MENA region, and train 1,200 ICT professionals over three years.
