Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt’s telecom operators have requested a 30% price increase for telecom services starting in April, citing rising fuel and infrastructure costs. The government may approve a smaller increase of 20–25%, with a final decision expected after Eid Al-Fitr.
Algérie Télécom has launched a Ramadan promotion offering faster internet speeds, seven days of free service, and a discounted fiber modem for IDOOM Fibre subscribers. The campaign also includes a daily lottery where customers can win Wi-Fi repeaters.
Orange Tunisie has launched a satellite broadband service using Eutelsat’s KONNECT satellite, delivering speeds of up to 100 Mbps and targeting remote areas with limited connectivity. The launch is part of Orange’s broader satellite strategy across Africa and the Middle East through partnerships with Eutelsat and OneWeb.
Orange plans to grow its Max It super app user base from 25 million to 75 million by 2028 as part of its digital services strategy across Africa and the Middle East. The move is supported by strong growth in mobile financial services, AI-driven platforms, and expanding 5G connectivity across the region.
Pakistan’s largest telecom operator Jazz invested Rs58.7 billion in FY25 to strengthen network capacity, expand digital platforms, and accelerate its evolution into an integrated digital service company under the JazzWorld ecosystem.
Alfa has activated a free 20GB e-Learning data plan for all subscribers in Lebanon to support remote education during the ongoing conflict. The plan provides access to platforms like Microsoft Teams and Madrasati on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and renews automatically each billing cycle.
PTML has acquired additional spectrum to strengthen its network capacity and prepare for future 5G services in Pakistan. The move is expected to enhance mobile connectivity, improve data speeds and support the country’s broader digital transformation and digital economy growth.
Morocco saw a sharp decline in traditional mobile communication in 2025, with voice calls falling 12.55% and SMS dropping 16.46% as users shifted to messaging apps. Meanwhile, mobile subscriptions, internet users and 5G adoption continued to grow, reflecting increasing demand for data services.
Globe Telecom has introduced free roaming bundles and communication support for overseas Filipino workers in the Middle East amid regional tensions. The assistance includes calls, SMS and data for users in several countries, along with load credits and bill adjustments for customers in Iran and Iraq.
Bangladesh plans to allocate 10 MHz of unsold 700 MHz spectrum to state-owned Teletalk despite the operator having more than Tk 5,500 crore in unpaid dues. The decision follows a recent auction where Grameenphone acquired 10 MHz, leaving 15 MHz unused, raising questions about regulatory compliance.