Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun invited Elon Musk to Beirut after Musk expressed interest in Lebanon’s telecom sector. Discussions around Starlink satellite internet highlight hopes for improving Lebanon’s unstable telecom infrastructure amid financial and reconstruction challenges.
Taghreed Abdulfattah Al Lawati resigns from Omantel with her last day set for August 25, 2025. The Board thanked her for her service and will soon disclose her successor or interim caretaker.
Qatar’s CRA is actively engaging in the ITU Council 2025 as an observer, emphasizing the nation’s strategic involvement in global ICT policy and governance. Leading the delegation, CRA is preparing to host the prominent ITU Plenipotentiary Conference in Doha in 2026, showcasing Qatar’s commitment to advancing telecommunications and digital innovation on the world stage.
Kuwait is reinforcing its telecommunications infrastructure amid escalating regional tensions between the Zionist entity and Iran. Government bodies and telecom operators are coordinating closely to ensure service continuity, implement alternative data routing, and safeguard digital government services against potential disruptions.
Oman’s TRA has rolled out a new regulatory framework for telecom retail tariffs, superseding the 2016 regulation. The update focuses on fostering competitive pricing and transparency in the telecommunications market to better serve consumers and support sector growth.
The Syrian government is negotiating with leading Gulf telecom companies Zein, Etisalat, Saudi Telecom, and Ooredoo to execute a $300 million fibre optic expansion project. This initiative aims to modernize Syria’s digital infrastructure, boost internet connectivity, and stimulate economic development through enhanced telecommunications networks.
SLT-Mobitel delivered a strong Q1 2025 turnaround with a PAT of Rs. 2,001 million, led by growth in broadband and mobile data. The company’s revitalization reflects strategic leadership, technology innovation, and stakeholder collaboration, positioning it as a cornerstone of Sri Lanka’s digital transformation.
Veon plans a dual listing in the UAE within 3-5 years after relocating its headquarters to Dubai. The move aims to boost capital access, regional presence, and shareholder value, focusing on growth in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, with an emphasis on digital transformation and 5G investments.
Syria’s Minister of Communication and Information Technology, Abdul Salam Haykal, met with Jordanian business leaders to discuss boosting cooperation in telecom, IT, and postal sectors. Both sides highlighted opportunities in infrastructure rehabilitation, digital technology, and affordable service delivery to enhance regional connectivity and innovation.
Oman’s TRA completes phase one of a national initiative to improve telecom services in underdeveloped areas by upgrading from satellite to fiber optics. The project enhances connectivity, supports SMEs in telecom services, and creates new employment opportunities, driving better infrastructure and economic growth in Comprehensive Service Areas.