Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Paratus Zambia has introduced Tarana Wireless’s next-generation fixed wireless access technology to deliver fibre-like speeds of up to 1.6 Gbps across the country. The move strengthens its network capabilities, improves performance in congested areas, and marks Tarana’s first customer deployment in Zambia.
Ooredoo Qatar powered connectivity for major international events hosting over 1.5 million attendees, handling more than 300TB of data and six million calls with 99.99% reliability. Advanced 5G, AI-driven optimisation, and dedicated operations centres ensured seamless, high-capacity performance during peak demand.
Omantel received an investment-grade ‘BBB-’ rating from Fitch, reflecting strong financial fundamentals, market leadership, and strategic importance to Oman’s digital transformation. The upgrade highlights Omantel’s role in advancing digital infrastructure, economic diversification, and regional technology leadership.
Salam has joined DeveGo 25 as a Strategic Sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation in Saudi Arabia. Through initiatives such as the Salam Award for Promising Projects, the company is supporting early-stage startups and entrepreneurs while contributing to Vision 2030’s goals of economic diversification and sustainable growth.
Dialog Axiata has partnered with SpaceX to resell Starlink’s LEO satellite internet services in Sri Lanka, targeting enterprises and underserved communities. The collaboration complements Dialog’s terrestrial network, offering managed satellite connectivity with installation and maintenance to help bridge the country’s digital divide.
Oman’s mobile subscriptions exceeded 8 million by October 2025, growing 11.3 percent year-on-year as IoT, fiber broadband, and mobile data adoption accelerated. The data reflects the country’s continued digital transformation and shift toward advanced connectivity technologies.
stc and Ericsson have strengthened their long-standing partnership through a five-year agreement focused on accelerating 5G expansion, cloud-native networks, and advanced connectivity across Saudi Arabia. The deal supports enterprise innovation, digital inclusion, and national digital infrastructure goals aligned with Vision 2030.