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SAMENA Telecommunications Council - Logo Industry News Briefing
December 13, 2023
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Featured Member News
 
Eutelsat OneWeb signs multi-million dollar exclusive distribution agreement with Rawafed Libya to deliver connectivity services across Libya
 
 
Eutelsat Group, the world’s first GEO-LEO satellite operator, announced the signing of an exclusive distribution partnership agreement between Eutelsat OneWeb, its connectivity business unit and Rawafed Libya for Telecommunications & Technology (RLTT), the Libyan telecoms operator, for the delivery of high-speed, low latency connectivity across Libya...
 
 
 
Member News
 
•  Zain platinum sponsor of South Subahiya Park
Member Logo In continuation of its strategic partnership with the public sector to support the nation’s biggest entertainment projects, Zain has announced its platinum sponsorship of South Subahiya Park in collaboration with the...
 
•  Tech Mahindra launches a global crowdsourcing platform, Populii
Member Logo The platform will create flexible work opportunities for the gig workforce while equipping businesses with reliable data from trained and qualified candidates to build competitive AI algorithms...
 
•  Huawei joins Green Digital Action at COP28
Member Logo Huawei has joined hands with more than 40 leading tech companies and organizations to push for Green Digital Action (GDA) at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Climate Change Agreement (COP28), hosted...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Policy and Regulation
 
Telecom sector plays key role in Bahrain's economic progress
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, affirmed the role of the telecommunications sector and the importance of strengthening it to further its contribution to the...
 
TDRA organises a meeting for the network of women in the telecommunications sector
The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), organized a ceremony to celebrate the Network of Women in the...
 
Middle East
 
Amazon University Esports, Deliveroo to enhance esports gaming
This collaboration marks a significant step in bridging the gap between esports and education, providing students with unique opportunities to explore their passion for gaming while pursuing academic excellence...
 
Ooredoo unveils Private 5G for businesses
Ooredoo Qatar has launched its Private 5G connectivity service for businesses, providing clients with a dedicated and secure 5G network connection separate from the public network to ensure high levels of security and...
 
Thuraya launches enhanced XT-PRO Dual satellite phone
Thuraya Telecommunications Company, today announced that it is releasing a new generation version of its state-of-the-art XT-PRO Dual satellite phone, as demand for dual-mode communications soars worldwide...
 
South Asia
 
Easypaisa, Telenor Pakistan join forces to financially empower millions
This partnership will be instrumental in shaping the future landscape of digital payments within the country, as the shared vision underscores the collective dedication to leveraging technology to empower both individuals...
 
4G users top 100 million in Bangladesh
That means more than half the users, or 53 percent, are now using 4G SIMs, showcasing a positive trend in the adoption of high-speed mobile internet...
 
Content & Immersive Technologies
 
Sandbox apps lands on Middle East-based Tamatem
UK-based education publishing outfit Sandbox has launched its gaming and entertainment apps in the Middle East via mobile developer and distribution platform Tamatem...
 
Apple TV app gets makeover
Apple has redesigned its Apple TV app in a move the Cupertino company will make it easier for subscribers to find their content...
 
 
North Africa
 
ITIDA, Siemens forge strategic partnership to propel Egypt’s digital transformation, talent developmen
The MoU signing, attended by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister Amr Talaat, signifies the government’s robust support for the IT sector and a mutual pledge to foster technological progress and economic growth...
 
3G, 4G and 5G Networks
 
Zambia adopts 4G as the new standard, phases out 2G and 3G networks
Zambia is enhancing internet connectivity by establishing 4G as the standard and phasing out 2G and 3G networks, aligning with the government's commitment to using ICT for improving citizens' lives...
 
HK and Macau operators test 5G+VoNR
China Mobile Hong Kong, Companhia de Telecomunicacoes de Macau and CITIC Telecom have teamed up to conduct roaming trials of 5G Standalone (SA) and Voice over New Radio (VoNR) technologies between Hong Kong and Macau...
 
Satellite & Internet
 
Indonesia’s SATRIA-1 satellite is connected and ready for 2024
Indonesia’s new internet satellite, SATRIA-1, has reportedly been successfully tested and should be ready to begin operations in early 2024...
 
400,000 more Australian premises added to NBN fiber programme
NBN Co announced the addition of 400,000 more homes and businesses to its national fibre broadband upgrade programme, with these premises becoming eligible for full fiber services by 2025, encompassing additional suburbs...
 
Global Telecom Update
 
VNPT wants 5G to be the platform for digital IoT ecosystems
Vietnamese incumbent telco VNPT called for a 5G platform-based approach to developing sustainable digital and IoT ecosystems in Vietnam, and called on the government to enact policies to nurture that ecosystem...
 
Yettel Hungary makes VoWiFi service available for all users
Yettel Hungary announced that its VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi) calling service is now available free of charge to its residential customers, previously available only to corporate (B2B) customers...
 
Econet expands self-care options for holiday convenience
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe, the country's leading telecommunications and technology company, is encouraging its valued customers to enhance their festive season experience by embracing its multiple self-care platforms...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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