Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
OMRAN Group has acquired a strategic stake in digital travel company Godoba to accelerate digital transformation in Oman’s tourism sector. The partnership will enhance corporate and government travel solutions, support SMEs, and expand Oman’s digital tourism footprint across the MENA region.
Oman participated in UNESCO’s Digital Week, presenting its progress in digital transformation, education technology, and ICT-driven services. The country showcased smart governance and digital learning initiatives while aligning its agenda with UNESCO’s global goals of inclusion, access, and responsible technology use.
Oman has chosen ‘Shahin’ as the official name for its national EV charging app, integrating all charging operators into one platform. Backed by MTCIT, the initiative supports net-zero goals, hydrogen mobility, and potential regional expansion, with more than 150 chargers and 1,500 EVs already in use.
Oman’s SMEs are rapidly digitalising, using AI, cloud, blockchain, and e-commerce platforms to drive growth and efficiency. Experts stress that digitalisation is essential for competitiveness, enabling even small firms to reach international markets.
Dubai has appointed Turner & Townsend to manage a major hyperscale data centre for du, targeting LEED Gold sustainability. In Oman, Ooredoo has launched a combined data centre and submarine cable landing station in Salalah, set to become a key hub for global connectivity and cloud expansion.
Oman’s TRA has introduced new retail tariff regulations to protect consumers, requiring clear pricing, explicit consent, transparent contracts, and secure verification. The rules ban misleading claims and hidden charges, improve roaming transparency, and align with Oman Vision 2040 to ensure fair, competitive telecom services.
COMEX 2025 will integrate Oman’s national identity into its tech showcase, reinforcing the country’s image as a hub for innovation, investment, and global collaboration.
Oman’s Children Culture Centre expands digital projects using VR and AI to connect youth with Omani heritage, boosting creativity and aligning with Vision 2040.
Oman’s TRA unifies royalty rate for telecoms, fostering investment, competition, and supporting Vision 2040’s digital transformation goals.
Oman’s MoTCIT seeks input from digital firms for its new public transport e-ticketing platform, part of broad regulatory reforms aligned with Vision 2040.