Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
A €49 million submarine cable will link Morocco to Spain’s Canary Islands by 2028, enhancing Europe-Africa digital connectivity. Led by Islalink and Canalink, it will improve redundancy, internet quality, and tech infrastructure, supporting both regions’ ambitions as strategic telecommunications hubs.
Nokia is supplying technology for the 8,700 km Medusa submarine cable connecting Europe and North Africa with 480 Tbps capacity. The project will boost regional broadband, reduce costs, and enable 5G and AI growth, with service expected by 2026.
Nokia will supply cutting-edge tech for the Medusa submarine cable, a €342 million project connecting Europe and North Africa with 480 Tbps capacity. The cable will improve regional connectivity and support advanced digital services like 5G and AI.
Beyon announces Khaleej North, an 800-km submarine cable linking Bahrain with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq, expanding Gulf connectivity and digital resilience alongside the Al Khaleej Cable.
Cisco’s network modernization deal is part of Bahrain’s $17 billion investment push with US firms to build digital infrastructure and submarine cables, aiming to position Bahrain and the Gulf as key global tech and data hubs.
Bahrain’s landing of the 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system boosts its connectivity capacity tenfold, advancing Economic Vision 2030. With 180 Tbps capacity, it supports emerging technologies and positions Bahrain as a key digital hub in the GCC and globally.
Egypt lands the SEA-ME-WE-6 submarine cable, enhancing connectivity between Asia, Africa, and Europe. This infrastructure addresses growing bandwidth demand and strengthens Egypt’s role as a key global internet corridor. Commissioning is expected in 2026.
du and omantel launch a 275-km subsea cable boosting connectivity between UAE and Oman, enhancing speed and reliability. The OEG supports digital transformation, cloud access, and regional economic growth, with dual routes ensuring network resilience.
Omantel and du have activated the Oman Emirates Gateway, a 275km fiber optic submarine cable linking Oman and the UAE. This high-capacity infrastructure enhances network speed, resilience, and connectivity, supporting regional digital transformation and attracting global technology players. The project is positioned as a catalyst for economic growth and innovation in the Gulf.
Dialog Axiata has launched the IAX (India Asia Xpress) submarine cable system, enhancing Sri Lanka’s international connectivity. The system, part of a US$100 million investment, connects key regions like India, Singapore, and Europe. It complements Dialog’s existing infrastructure, ensuring high-speed, reliable, and secure data transmission.