Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Northstar Technology and HFCL have announced a strategic partnership to improve fiber infrastructure across Bahrain and the Middle East. This collaboration, revealed at the Fiber Connect MENA Conference, will support the growing demand for high-speed, low-latency connectivity, driving AI-powered fiber networks in the region.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Oman has launched extensive field visits to monitor telecom indicators, including signal strength, data speed, and voice service. The visits will cover multiple governorates and tourist areas, with a focus on improving 4G and 5G coverage, data speed, and voice service quality.
Tunisia’s major telecom operators, Orange Tunisia, Ooredoo Tunisia, and Tunisie Telecom, have all launched 5G services following the receipt of their licenses. The services promise faster speeds, enhanced connectivity, and greater coverage, contributing to the country’s digital transformation and future telecom infrastructure.
Zong 4G showcased its commitment to innovation and global connectivity at Capacity Middle East 2025, strengthening partnerships, expanding its technological reach, and enhancing its telecom portfolio. The company’s active participation underscored its leadership in digital transformation and its strategic role in the MENA region’s telecom ecosystem.
e& reported a Dh5.5 billion revenue increase, reaching Dh59.2 billion for 2024, driven by strong growth in its telecom and digital sectors. The company also posted a 4.3% profit rise to Dh10.7 billion and confirmed an 825 million euro acquisition of a Serbian broadband and cable TV provider.
Mobily has committed $905 million to bolster Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure, focusing on data centres and submarine cables. This investment, announced at LEAP 2025, aims to support the Kingdom’s digital transformation and meet growing demand for advanced digital services like AI and data analytics.
e& PPF Telecom has acquired SBB’s operations in Serbia for €825 million, focusing on cable TV and broadband services. The acquisition strengthens e&’s European expansion strategy, adding to its Yettel brand. Meanwhile, United Group retains its media assets and refocuses on EU markets for growth.
stc Group has become the first MENA operator to join the Bridge Alliance API Exchange (BAEx) to integrate telecom APIs into its digital products. The partnership will focus on enhancing IoT offerings, including connected car technology, and streamline access to telecom APIs, reducing complexity for enterprise customers in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
Nepal Telecom is set to shut down its 2G network on the 1800 MHz band, focusing on expanding its 4G infrastructure. This decision follows the company’s significant 4G growth, with 1.64 crore users. While 2G will remain on the 900 MHz band, the shift aims to improve 4G service and prepare for 5G.
Mobily has announced the landing of the Africa-1 submarine cable in Duba, Saudi Arabia, enhancing broadband connectivity across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. With a capacity of 96 terabits per second, it will power 5G networks, AI systems, and IoT, contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals.