Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Jawwal reported strong financial performance for 2025, with revenues rising 18.4% and net profit increasing 24.6%, driven by fiber expansion, business service growth, and digital transformation initiatives despite challenging operating conditions.
Malaysia has pledged to help Palestine rebuild its communication networks and explore humanitarian connectivity support while strengthening telecom cooperation with South Africa, highlighting Malaysia’s rapid 5G rollout and affordable internet model.
Saudi and Palestinian ministers met during GSR-25 in Riyadh to discuss a strategic partnership in digital infrastructure. Talks covered cooperation in digital government, skills development, and innovation to support Palestine’s digital transformation and youth-driven sustainable development.
Saudi Arabia and Palestine signed three MoUs in human capital, education, and digital transformation during a ministerial meeting in New York, underscoring their deep ties and Saudi support for Palestinian development and rights.
The Palestinian Minister of Telecommunications, Abdul Razzaq Al-Natsheh, announced that telecom companies have resumed operations in Rafah and North Gaza. Technical teams are working to repair damage and restore internet services, aiming to alleviate the difficulties faced by citizens in these areas.
Paltel, the Palestine Telecommunication Company, has reported a complete communication and internet blackout in the Gaza Strip due to international access being disconnected, raising concerns about the region’s isolation and its impact on vital services and information access.