Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain KSA has partnered with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to enhance the pilgrim experience through the ‘Direct Hajj’ program, providing 100% 5G network coverage and exclusive features via the Nusuk Hajj platform. This collaboration supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals for improving services for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Zain KSA has partnered with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to improve the pilgrim experience through the ‘Nusk Hajj’ platform. This collaboration focuses on enhancing telecom services for visitors and aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aiming to welcome 30 million pilgrims annually while ensuring top-notch digital experiences.
Nokia and Zain KSA have partnered to introduce the first 4G/5G femtocell service in Saudi Arabia and the MEA region. The solution, featuring Nokia’s Smart Nodes, will enhance indoor connectivity and optimize Zain KSA’s B2B portfolio, improving customer experience and increasing network availability for enterprise customers.
Zain KSA has partnered with Huawei to pilot network slicing for online gaming sessions over its fixed wireless broadband service. The trial, using Huawei’s gaming accelerator, resulted in a 90% reduction in jitters and a 70% decrease in latency, enhancing gaming performance. The proof of concept will advance Zain’s FWA broadband service.
Zain KSA has acquired the 600 MHz spectrum, enhancing its 5G Standalone (5G SA) services across Saudi Arabia. This expansion improves connectivity in urban and remote areas, supports smart city solutions and IoT, and aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, contributing to the Kingdom’s digital and economic transformation.
Zain KSA has secured the 600 MHz spectrum band in the latest spectrum auction, enhancing its 5G network coverage across cities, villages, and remote areas. This acquisition strengthens its ability to provide advanced 5G services, including IoT and smart city solutions, further supporting the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Salam Mobile has extended its strategic partnership with Zain KSA until 2030, focusing on leveraging Zain’s advanced 5G infrastructure to enhance services across Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aligns with both companies’ goals to support digital transformation and Saudi Vision 2030.
Zain KSA has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Saudi Games for the 2024 edition, marking its commitment to promoting sports and empowering young athletes. This partnership aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, focusing on enhancing the Kingdom’s position as a global sports hub through innovation and collaboration.