Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Yango Pakistan partnered with police in Lahore and Rawalpindi/Islamabad to distribute helmets and hold safety awareness sessions for drivers and couriers. The initiative, praised by police and business leaders, combines road safety advocacy with economic empowerment, reinforcing Yango’s commitment to safer roads and community engagement.
Jordan’s Traffic Department has launched an AI-based monitoring system to detect mobile phone use while driving, aiming to improve road safety. The system can automatically identify phone usage positions, allowing for precise enforcement without human intervention. This initiative is designed to reduce accidents caused by distracted driving.
Solidarity Bahrain has launched the “Solidarity Drive” app, rewarding safe driving behaviors such as observing speed limits and avoiding phone use. The app provides real-time monitoring and offers points that can be redeemed for rewards and insurance discounts. It aims to promote safer driving and improve road safety in Bahrain.
Dareesoft has successfully completed a proof of concept (PoC) for its AI-powered RiaaS, which detects road hazards in real-time. Following this success, the company plans to expand its services to the Middle East, starting with the UAE. RiaaS aims to enhance road safety and improve hazard management across sectors.
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior has implemented advanced AI cameras to enhance road safety and enforce traffic regulations. This initiative, guided by the directives of Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Saud Al-Sabah, aims to reduce dangerous driving behaviors and improve overall safety. Motorists are urged to comply with traffic safety regulations.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior is set to install an advanced AI-based camera system nationwide to monitor and record traffic violations, aiming to reduce accidents. Alongside this initiative, a new traffic law will impose higher fines and restrict car ownership for expatriates, enhancing road safety in the country.