Author: Akin Naphtal

Telecommunications operator Paratus Namibia has entered into a partnership deal with local shop owners in Windhoek to brand and advertise its Mobile LTE services. Three shops located in informal areas have been selected for this initiative. The shops, independently owned and managed by local entrepreneurs, will now display Paratus branding and offer its services to customers. The branding and marketing efforts are facilitated by Namots, a marketing company specializing in creating business solutions for the informal sector. This partnership marks the beginning of a larger expansion plan, as Paratus Namibia intends to open more shops in the future. With a…

FFBOTS, a UAE-based company located in the Jebel Ali Industrial Area, has introduced the first firefighting robot of its kind in the Middle East. The robot, named Wabel, offers exceptional technical specifications and operational capabilities. Designed with the meaning “rain” in mind, Wabel is set to make a significant contribution to firefighting departments and firefighters’ efforts throughout the UAE and the wider region. The robot’s advanced features aim to enhance the safety of firefighters and provide support during firefighting operations, particularly in challenging areas that are difficult to access or involve physically demanding and hazardous tasks. READ ALSO:CashToken Rewards Africa…

CashToken Rewards Africa Limited, a Nigerian RewardTech company, is seeking to expand its unique business model to other parts of Africa with the aim of helping businesses succeed and lifting millions of people out of poverty on the continent. The company has revolutionized the concept of rewards by implementing its Universal Gamification of Sales and Consumer Rewards Program (UGSCRP), which provides consumers with life-changing cash rewards for their purchases across multiple businesses. During its pilot phase, the UGSCRP has proven to boost businesses, improve the individual economy of consumers and contribute to the economic growth of countries where it is…

The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) and Dubai Municipality have recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the Dubai Horizons project. The project aims to plan drone flight routes and landing sites in the emirate of Dubai. Under the MoU, both organizations will utilize their expertise in creating geospatial data and their collective knowledge in the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sector. The collaboration seeks to establish a streamlined plan and infrastructure for the development of new drone technologies in Dubai. READ ALSO:Huduma Centre Implements Online Appointment System and Extended Hours for Enhanced Service Access Ooredoo and Seashore…

Ooredoo has recently announced a collaboration with Seashore Group at the Qatar CSR Summit in Doha, aiming to promote green living and sustainability through a recycling program. The partnership intends to encourage customers to adopt environmentally responsible behavior by allowing them to hand in unwanted mobile devices at selected Ooredoo Shops. These devices will be appropriately recycled whenever possible. READ ALSO:Paratus Namibia Partners with Local Shops to Expand Mobile LTE Services in Informal Areas Sophos Uncovers Fraudulent Chatbot Apps Generating Thousands of Dollars Monthly in Fleeceware Scam Tanzanian President Witnesses Contracts for Construction of Communication Towers to Expand Rural Connectivity…

Huduma Centre, a key provider of government services in Kenya, has recently undergone a significant website transformation to introduce a new online interface. The updated system now requires individuals to book appointments online in order to access physical Huduma Centre services. This digitalization initiative is part of Huduma Kenya’s comprehensive plan to improve public access to government services. Amos N. Gathecha, the Principal Secretary, emphasized the importance of this plan in facilitating the provision of government services. Huduma Centres play a vital role in offering essential services such as issuing birth certificates, police clearance certificates, national IDs, work permits and…

HSA Group Yemen, one of the largest family-owned conglomerates in the Middle East, has undergone a successful digital transformation in collaboration with global technology company SAP SE. The partnership has enabled HSA Group to enhance its resilience and maintain exceptional service for customers and staff despite the significant challenges faced in Yemen. Having been engaged in IT services with SAP since 2013, HSA Group and SAP worked closely on a digital transformation roadmap. The project involved migrating HSA Group’s Yemen operations to the cloud, which was completed in March of this year. The implementation included the adoption of SAP’s enterprise…

Beyon has announced a major investment of more than USD 250M in state-of-the-art digital infrastructure helping to support the acceleration of Bahrain’s digital transformation and the growth of the country’s digital economy, in a press conference attended by Beyon Chairman Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa. The Bahrain Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) General Director Mr. Phillip Marnick and SEA-ME-WE 6 Management Committee Chairperson Mr. Yue Meng Fai were also in attendance at the event, which took place at Centraal, Beyon Campus, Hamala, Kingdom of Bahrain on May 16th, 2023. READ ALSO:Fintech Startup e4 Acquired by Infinite Partners in $52.5 Million…

South African fintech startup e4 has been acquired by independent private equity fund manager, Infinite Partners, in a consortium deal worth $52.5 million (ZAR1 billion). The acquisition provides e4 with the necessary capital to fuel its expansion plans and continue its mission of delivering innovative digital solutions to businesses. As part of the transaction, 27four, a financial services group supporting independent asset managers, is also included. READ ALSO:HSA Group Yemen Partners with SAP for Successful Digital Transformation Amidst Challenges Bayanat and Yahsat Partner with ICEYE to Develop UAE’s National Satellite Remote Sensing and Earth Observation Capabilities Airtel Kenya Launches New…

Bayanat and Yahsat have announced a comprehensive Space Program aimed at developing national satellite remote sensing and Earth Observation (EO) capabilities in the UAE. The program, part of their partnership with ICEYE, a Finnish SAR satellite manufacturer, aims to capitalize on business opportunities in the local and global EO market. Bayanat, an ADX listed company specializing in AI-powered geospatial solutions, plans to build a constellation of at least five SAR low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. This constellation will provide a consistent data stream for end-to-end SAR applications, covering the entire value chain. The partnership will leverage Yahsat’s satellite infrastructure and…