Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Al Baida Group and Elm Company signed an MoU to collaborate on digital transformation projects in Qatar, combining Elm’s regional digital expertise with Al Baida’s strong local presence to support the country’s innovation and government digitalization goals.
PTCL Group and TPL Corp have partnered to deploy M2M devices, secure data centers, and managed network services, enhancing Pakistan’s digital infrastructure and operational efficiency as part of their shared vision for a technology-driven future.
Société Nationale d’Assurance (SAA) has signed a strategic partnership with Algérie Télécom to enhance and secure its IT infrastructure. The collaboration aligns with SAA’s efforts to drive digital transformation and improve its technological capabilities.
Over 2,800 Chinese companies have invested more than $8 billion in Egypt, boosting sectors from automotive to textiles. High-level meetings between Egyptian and Guangdong officials highlight growing cooperation, upcoming investment forums, and projects including a $300 million car plant and a dedicated textile city, strengthening the China-Egypt strategic partnership.
India and Saudi Arabia have deepened their strategic partnership with a focus on technology, investment, and sustainability. Key agreements include collaborations in space exploration, digital infrastructure, green energy, and trade. Both countries aim to enhance economic integration, tackle climate challenges, and strengthen security ties, promoting mutual growth.
Vodafone Business and Maroc Telecom have signed an MoU to enhance digital services and connectivity in Morocco. The initial phase focuses on smart city and energy management, with plans to expand into SD-WAN, mobile private networks, and cybersecurity. The collaboration supports Morocco’s goal of becoming a digital hub by 2030.
Global Brand PLC has partnered with Hyosung TNS to advance banking technology in Bangladesh. This collaboration focuses on deploying ATMs and banking kiosks to enhance customer experiences and promote economic inclusion. The partnership combines local expertise with innovative financial technology solutions to transform Bangladesh’s banking sector.
TAWAL and ZTE have signed a strategic agreement to foster digital transformation in Saudi Arabia, focusing on advanced tower, energy, and indoor coverage solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance TAWAL’s leadership and create innovative, future-ready solutions to meet market needs and accelerate digital innovation across multiple sectors.
stc pay Bahrain and PLDT Global have signed a strategic partnership at LEAP 2025 to integrate PLDT Global’s services into stc pay’s app. This collaboration will offer the Filipino community in Bahrain flexible digital payment solutions, including mobile wallet top-ups, bill payments, and more, driving digital transformation and business growth.
Omantel and Airgain have entered a strategic partnership to improve 5G coverage across the MENA region, focusing on Airgain’s Lighthouse smart network repeater. The collaboration includes joint R&D for region-specific solutions, aiming to address infrastructure challenges and expand 5G connectivity. The partnership is poised to capture new revenue opportunities in the MENA market.