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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
November 13, 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
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China Mobile activates 2Africa submarine cable eastern segment resources ushering in high-capacity connectivity for Africa and Global partners
 
 
China Mobile hosted a landmark event in Nairobi, Kenya, to mark the activation of the 2Africa submarine cable eastern segments resources – spanning from South Africa- Kenya-Djibouti, as well as from Marseille to Egypt – and to unveil its AI+ Cloud-network Convergence Industry Solutions. Under the theme “Connect, Innovate, Ignite: Empowering Africa’s Digital Future Together,” the event showcased next-generation infrastructure and intelligent connectivity platforms designed to accelerate digital transformation for African carriers and enterprises...
 
Qatar updates guidelines for radio communications sites to accelerate 5G and future technologies
The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has introduced an updated Regulation for the Construction, Installation, and Sharing of Radio Communications Sites, designed to strengthen infrastructure development, improve safety, and streamline approval processes for next-generation mobile networks across Qatar...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  e& Carrier & Wholesale Services expands global footprint with new strategic hub in Johannesburg
Member Logo e& Carrier & Wholesale Services (C&WS), the international wholesale arm of the global technology group e&, announced the inauguration of its new office in Johannesburg, South Africa...
 
•  AT&T and Boldyn Networks activate 5G cellular Sservice in the MTA’s G line tunnel
Member Logo AT&T is the first and only carrier to provide 5G service in both the G line and Joralemon Street tunnels in New York City...
 
•  Nokia appoints Kristen Pressner as Chief People Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team
Member Logo Nokia has announced the appointment of Kristen Pressner as Chief People Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team, effective 1 May 2026...
 
 
Recent Developments
 
•  Omantel Innovation Labs and the Rising Omani Startups Programme announce winners of the AI Hackathon 2025
 
•  Zain’s API monetization arm, Dizlee, partners with Aduna for faster deployment of digital services
 
•  AT&T Business introduces AT&T Express Waves
 
•  stc group achieves outstanding financial performance with highest historical revenues reaching 58 billion for the 9 months period
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
One-year countdown begins for next ITU Plenipotentiary Conference
The preparatory period marks the formal opening of nominations for ITU's top management posts to be elected at the meeting of the organization's principal governing body...
 
Qatar updates guidelines for radio communications sites to accelerate 5G and future technologies
The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has introduced an updated Regulation for the Construction, Installation, and Sharing of Radio Communications Sites, designed to strengthen infrastructure development, improve...
 
Middle East
 
UAE enters space manufacturing era with Orbitworks’ sovereign capability
The UAE has officially entered a new phase of space leadership with the inauguration of Orbitworks’ state-of-the-art satellite manufacturing and integration facility in Abu Dhabi’s KEZAD economic zone...
 
Kuwait moves from fragmented govt services to integrated digital journeys
This digital journey brought together seven government institutions to create a single, unified process that reduced a procedure once measured in days to just minutes...
 
South Asia
 
Bangladesh approves stronger data protection framework ahead of new digital ID system
Bangladesh has approved two major ordinances designed to strengthen the privacy, security, and ownership of citizens’ personal data as the country prepares to launch a national data exchange platform and unified...
 
North Africa
 
Morocco launches nationwide 5G, marking a major leap in digital connectivity
The nationwide launch positions Morocco as a leader in digital transformation in North Africa, unlocking new opportunities for innovation, economic growth, and enhanced digital services...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
Cellnex delivers its first consolidated 4G and 5G mast site for Vodafone and Three UK
Wireless infrastructure firm Cellnex has announced that they’ve delivered their “very first” consolidated 4G and 5G mast site for the recently merged mobile operators of Vodafone and Three UK...
 
Claro launches FWA 5G service in Argentina
Claro Argentina launched 5G fixed wireless broadband (FWA) services and is conducting trials in other countries, including Paraguay, where the company recently acquired spectrum for 5G services...
 
 
Satellite & Internet
 
Avanti targets Southern Africa with extra capacity from Türksat
Satellite technology company Avanti Communications announced that it has expanded its partnership with Türksat with a new agreement that aims to extend high connectivity solutions across Africa, particularly underserved...
 
NTIA plans tribal broadband program reforms to boost connectivity
The reforms will streamline both the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) and the Native entity set-aside from the Digital Equity Act, according to NTIA...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
Google to invest in Germany for data centers, offices & sustainability
Google is also continuing to invest in its existing data center facility in Hanau, which opened in 2023. Google Cloud’s regions in Germany offer cutting-edge AI services including Vertex AI with Gemini models...
 
Sparkle pioneers secure AI communication
As Artificial Intelligence evolves from predictive models into Agentic AI, a new paradigm is emerging in which autonomous digital actors not only execute commands but also plan, negotiate, and interact with other agents,...
 
Cassava launches AI/LLM platform for African operators
Cassava Technologies has announced the launch of its Cassava AI Multi-Model Exchange (CAIMEx), a platform designed to make the world’s leading artificial intelligence (AI) tools and large language models (LLMs) easily...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
Allente adds Apple TV+ from 18 November
The service will be available as an add-on for Allente Stream Flex packages, and included in TV & streaming bundles from Standard and above for IPTV and satellite subscribers...
 
Taboola partners with New Zealand's Stuff Digital for content recommendations
Under the terms of the partnership, Taboola will provide content recommendations and advertising solutions across Stuff.co.nz and its mobile application. Stuff Digital will leverage Taboola's suite of products...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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