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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
August 26, 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Featured Member News
 
Enhancing the purpose of innovation: Zain Great Idea (ZGI 2025) Accelerator program expands across the region
 
 
Zain Group announces the regional expansion of its award-winning startup accelerator program, Zain Great Idea (ZGI 2025), powered by Zain Ventures, the Group’s venture capital arm, and ZainTECH, its regional digital solutions enterprise arm...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  stc Bahrain announces second consecutive year of transformative ‘jeel ICT’ program, strengthening Kingdom’s future digital talent
Member Logo The program comes in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and the Labour Fund (Tamkeen) and bridge the gap between academic learning and on-job learning, directly addressing the growing demand for digital expertise...
 
•  Ethio Telecom and Huawei launch solar-on-tower sites to drive green transformation of ICT energy
Member Logo Ethiopia's leading operator, Ethio Telecom, in collaboration with Huawei, has announced the successful commercial deployment and stable operation of the first batch of Solar-on-Tower solution in Africa...
 
 
Recent Developments
 
•  e& achieves three GSMA CAMARA API Certifications
 
•  ZTE and GO Telecom achieve Saudi Arabia's first long-distance 5G-A mmWave trial with 6 km coverage
 
•  Nokia ranked #1 for portfolio competitiveness in Omdia’s Market Landscape: Core Vendors - 2025 report
 
•  stc Bahrain announces second consecutive year of transformative ‘jeel ICT’ program, strengthening Kingdom’s future digital talent
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
Giga Accelerator seeks open-source solutions to connect schools
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have stepped up their drive for innovation to bring every school online...
 
Oman’s TRA introduces new rules on telecom pricing and promotions to protect consumers and ensure market stability
Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has rolled out a new regulatory framework governing telecom pricing and promotions, aimed at safeguarding consumers, preventing unsustainable competition, and...
 
South Asia
 
Pakistan establishes Pakistan Digital Authority
Pakistan takes a significant step toward institutionalizing its digital transformation journey, aligning with global trends of data-driven governance and smart government infrastructure...
 
Robi brings roaming to over 70 countries
Robi has simplified international mobile communication for Bangladeshi travelers by launching local currency based roaming services...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
Disney+ and ZDF Studios sign major content dea
In a major boost to its regional content offering, Disney+ has signed a multi-year licensing agreement with ZDF Studios, the commercial arm of one of Europe’s largest public broadcasters...
 
Spectrum expands streaming offerings
Spectrum announced that FOX’s newly launched streaming service, FOX One, is now available to eligible TV customers at no additional cost as part of Spectrum’s industry-leading Seamless Entertainment experience...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
KT verifies AI technology in first commercial 5G network implementation in Korea
KT announced that it has started verifying "Artificial Intelligence Radio Access Network" (AI-RAN) technology on its commercial 5G network...
 
Vertiv completes acquisition of Great Lakes Data Racks & Cabinets
Acquisition strengthens the company’s leadership position in high-density integrated infrastructure solutions for data centers and critical digital environments...
 
Telecom Fiji taps Allot for network-based cybersecurity service
Telecom Fiji announced on Saturday it has launched NetSafe, a new network-based cybersecurity service for businesses delivered in partnership with telecoms software firm Allot...
 
 
Middle East
 
OnMobile and Vodafone Qatar launch Buzzmo to power AI-driven enterprise engagement
OnMobile, a global leader in mobile gaming and entertainment, has partnered with Vodafone Qatar to launch Buzzmo, an intelligent communication platform designed specifically for telecom operators...
 
Saudi-owned AI app Humain Chat launches to users in the Kingdom
The chat is Humain’s first application in its AI suite and is powered by an Arabic model called ALLAM 34B and built in Saudi Arabia by Saudis...
 
Kuwait MoD outlines cybersecurity roadmap
The plan underscores Kuwait’s intent to modernize its digital infrastructure, forge international partnerships, and strengthen its military’s cyber resilience...
 
du to empower women entrepreneurs in Abu Dhabi with cutting-edge solutions
The collaboration is designed to provide women entrepreneurs under the ADBWC umbrella with offers and services that cater specifically to the needs of SMEs...
 
North Africa
 
Djezzy launches Open Innovation Challenge 2025 to drive inclusive digital transformation in Algeria
Djezzy has announced the launch of its Open Innovation Challenge 2025, inviting startups, researchers, students, and innovators to develop technological solutions that promote digital inclusion, reduce inequalities, and...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
Telecom Armenia to become the first in the Caucasus to decommission 2G network
The frequencies, infrastructure, equipment, and software resources freed up after the shutdown of 2G will make it possible to rapidly expand 4G and 5G coverage nationwide, including in remote areas...
 
MTC Namibia launches 5G
MTC said the introduction of 5G marks a major step in advancing Namibia’s digital transformation, enabling faster connectivity, improved reliability and supporting innovations across industries...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
One NZ, DOC partnership expands satellite connectivity for conservation
The Department of Conservation (DOC) has chosen One New Zealand (One NZ) as a new National Conservation Partner, bringing mobile services and industry-leading technology to the frontline of conservation...
 
CelcomDigi launches FTTR-B solution for Malaysian enterprises
Malaysian telco CelcomDigi says it has partnered with Huawei to launch a fiber-to-the-room business (FTTR-B) solution for enterprises in Malaysia that promises high-speed connectivity in every corner of their premises...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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