Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain Group has been ranked the top company in the region for children’s rights for the third straight year, earning a score of 8.5/10 in the Global Child Forum Benchmark through strong governance, ethical supply-chain practices, digital child protection and progressive family-friendly policies.
Zain Kuwait and the Environment Public Authority signed an MoU to enhance sustainability through awareness campaigns, e-waste initiatives, and data collaboration. The partnership promotes evidence-based environmental action and positions Zain as a key enabler of Kuwait’s green transformation.
NEC and e& have signed a strategic MoU to collaborate on sustainability, advancing green innovation, circular economy practices, and transparent ESG governance under e&’s 2030 sustainability vision.
Pakistan’s PTA and Climate Ministry signed an MoU to promote Green ICT and climate-resilient digital infrastructure, focusing on e-waste reduction, energy-efficient networks, and eco-friendly innovation aligned with national and global sustainability goals.
Batelco has become the first operator in Bahrain to introduce Eco-SIM cards made from 100% recycled plastic. The new cards, produced from recycled appliances, are fully recyclable and form part of a circular economy model. This initiative will reduce plastic waste, cut carbon emissions, and reinforce Beyon Group’s sustainability commitments.
Batelco by Beyon has launched Bahrain’s first Eco-SIM cards, made from 100% recycled plastic. Designed to be recyclable at end-of-life, the initiative reduces plastic waste, supports circular economy principles, and complements Beyon’s broader sustainability goals while meeting ongoing customer demand for physical SIM cards.
Saudi youth teams at the EmpowerME Hackathon proposed AI-powered sustainability solutions, from café water reuse and mycelium packaging to loyalty-points tree planting. Organized by Starbucks Foundation, Alshaya Group, and INJAZ Al-Arab, the event aligned with Vision 2030 and showcased youth-led innovation for greener communities.
IFS partners with Climatiq to embed automated carbon emissions tracking in IFS Cloud, enabling businesses to integrate sustainability into daily operations and meet evolving global reporting standards.
du becomes the first UAE telecom operator certified for sustainable procurement, reinforcing its commitment to ethical sourcing and alignment with UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 and UN SDGs.
du becomes the first UAE telecom operator certified for sustainable procurement, reinforcing its commitment to ethical sourcing and alignment with UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 and UN SDGs.