Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Sri Lanka’s TRC has confirmed steep telecom taxes: 20.3% on mobile data and 38.4% on voice calls. A Rs. 100 recharge gives users just Rs. 79.30 for data or Rs. 61.60 for calls. The TRC generated Rs. 45 billion last year and expects Rs. 50 billion next year, as telecom taxes continue to impact consumer spending power.
Nepal Telecom has significantly boosted 4G access across Karnali Province, connecting remote districts like Humla, Dailekh, Jajarkot, and Dolpa for the first time. With 4G now covering more than 98% of local levels nationwide, the expansion marks a major leap in rural connectivity, supporting both residents and tourists across the region.
Morocco has expanded 5G coverage to 60 cities within one week of launch, activating 6,000 sites and offering over 100 new plans as millions of devices connect to next-generation speeds.
Algeria will expand mobile coverage to 4,500 new areas by 2027, focusing on rural communities while advancing satellite, fibre and corridor connectivity to close digital gaps.
Malaysia has pledged to help Palestine rebuild its communication networks and explore humanitarian connectivity support while strengthening telecom cooperation with South Africa, highlighting Malaysia’s rapid 5G rollout and affordable internet model.
e& delivered robust H1 2025 results with AED 34.9 billion in revenue, strong AI and cloud expansion, new global partnerships, and strategic investments that solidify its position as a leading technology and digital transformation group.
Salam’s presence at Connected World KSA 2025 underscores its growing role in expanding fibre, data centre and international connectivity infrastructure that supports Vision 2030 and strengthens Saudi Arabia’s position as a global digital hub.
Nepal Telecom’s Q1 results reflect persistent revenue pressure caused by OTT adoption and rising operational costs. Profitability remains strained, underscoring the need for aggressive financial and service reforms to restore growth in Nepal’s telecom sector.
Nepal Telecom has been recognized as Nepal’s highest VAT contributor, reflecting its strong financial performance and steady role in national revenue generation. The IRD’s latest awards highlight the telecom industry’s importance to Nepal’s economy and encourage tax compliance across sectors.
Grameenphone and Banglalink accuse Robi of keeping Airtel operational as a distinct brand despite merger conditions requiring full integration. They claim this creates competitive imbalance and confuses users, while Robi argues sub-brand strategies are legally permitted and common globally.