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 achieved a top ‘A’ score in CDP Climate Change 2025, becoming the region’s only telecom operator at leadership level. The recognition reflects strong climate governance, SBTi-aligned targets, and a clear Net Zero roadmap, positioning Zain among the top 12% of global telecom companies.
Ooredoo has entered a sustainability-focused MoU with GORD to enhance its environmental and social performance. The partnership will leverage research, assessments, and global best practices to support Ooredoo’s sustainability roadmap, aligned with the UN SDGs and Qatar National Vision 2030.
BIBF has launched a flexible e-learning programme on sustainable development to strengthen ESG and SDG awareness across Bahrain’s workforce and student community. The initiative supports economic diversification, green-economy readiness, and carbon-neutral ambitions by combining interactive learning, case studies, expert insights, and practical tools for real-world application.
Omantel and Be’ah have launched a strategic partnership to improve e-waste collection, recycling, and public awareness across Oman. The initiative supports Oman Vision 2040 and includes the use of AI and IoT for real-time monitoring and smarter operations. The collaboration builds on their recent recognition as regional sustainability leaders.
Edotco has launched major sustainability initiatives in both Bangladesh and Malaysia, focusing on circular economy practices and low-carbon telecom infrastructure. In Bangladesh, a new partnership with state-owned TSS will establish a lithium-ion battery repair and refurbishment centre to reduce e-waste and build local technical capacity. In Malaysia, Edotco introduced the country’s first biochar-based telecom pole, cutting carbon emissions by up to 15 percent and improving installation efficiency. Together, these projects reinforce Edotco’s commitment to green, resilient network development across Asia.
Orange Jordan sponsored the GreenTech Makerthon 2025, enabling more than 60 youth to develop AI- and IoT-driven green solutions for climate, waste, energy and agriculture challenges. Organized with national and international partners, the program included training, mentoring and prototype development, reflecting Orange Jordan’s commitment to sustainability and innovation-driven digital transformation.
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.