Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bahrain’s Transportation Minister met the UN Resident Coordinator to explore deeper cooperation, aligning national priorities with international initiatives and advancing cross-sector collaboration to support the Sustainable Development Goals and sustainable development across transportation and telecommunications.
Bahrain is leveraging artificial intelligence to accelerate public-sector transformation and sustainable development through ethical policy frameworks, skills investment, and real-world AI applications. Initiatives such as SME SMART highlight how AI can support evidence-based policymaking, empower businesses, and help the Kingdom advance national sustainability goals.
Morocco and UNDP have launched a $38M Digital for Sustainable Development Hub to accelerate AI-driven transformation in Africa and the Arab States. The platform will apply AI to health, education, climate, and governance while empowering youth and women, positioning Morocco as a Global South leader in digital cooperation.
Morocco has launched the Digital Hub for Sustainable Development in New York during UNGA80, in partnership with UNDP. The hub aims to drive digital transformation across Africa and the Arab world, reinforcing Morocco’s ambition to become a regional leader in digital innovation and inclusive growth.
Oman and Egypt have signed a private-sector energy partnership to boost expertise exchange, technology transfer, and sustainable product development. The agreement aims to serve local, regional, and international markets while reinforcing bilateral cooperation in innovation and infrastructure development.
Bahrain’s delegation participated in HLPF 2025 at the UN, reaffirming commitment to the 2030 Agenda and showcasing national progress in digital innovation, fintech, healthcare, and international cooperation.
Oman’s Ministry of Culture emphasizes the evolving role of libraries amid digital changes, highlighting their impact on education, AI, and sustainable development aligned with Oman Vision 2040.
The UAE and Bhutan jointly hosted the “AI for Development” workshop to explore AI-driven solutions for entrepreneurship, tourism, and agriculture. The initiative highlights the UAE’s commitment to technological diplomacy and Bhutan’s innovative drive to leverage AI for inclusive socio-economic growth aligned with sustainable development.
Morocco hosted the Smart City Morocco RoadShow & Expo 2025/2030 from May 21 to 23, promoting sustainable urban innovation across Casablanca, Rabat, and Benguerir. The event aligns with King Mohammed VI’s vision and prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2030, emphasizing resilient, connected, and inclusive smart cities.
Africorp Consortium has partnered with Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) to enhance Morocco’s innovation ecosystem. The collaboration, unveiled at Deeptech Summit 2025, will focus on AI, industrial optimization, sustainable agriculture, and mining. The partnership also includes developing specialized training programs and supporting entrepreneurship to nurture future talent.