Orange Egypt has signed a strategic partnership with Marakez, Egypt’s leading mixed-use real estate developer, to develop digital infrastructure and provide integrated telecommunications services and smart solutions across four of its flagship residential and commercial developments: Ramla, District 5, Aeon Towers, and Mall of Arabia. The partnership aims to support the development of more connected communities, enhance the experience of residents, visitors, and businesses, and create long-term value that strengthens the sustainability and future competitiveness of these projects. The partnership reflects Orange Egypt and Marakez’s shared vision of leveraging cutting-edge telecommunications technologies and digital innovation to create integrated communities and…
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e& Egypt, the leading integrated telecommunications and technology provider, announced that it has earned the P3 Test Champion certification, following its top ranking in an independent assessment conducted by global P3 of mobile network performance in Egypt, recognizing e& Egypt as the best-performing network in the Egyptian market based on independent, data-driven international standards. e& Egypt’s leading position reflects its strong performance across the assessment’s key dimensions, including Consumer Experience, Industry Experience, and AI Readiness. The results highlight e& Egypt’s ability to deliver a reliable, high-quality connectivity experience, while maintaining the technological capabilities required to support evolving digital usage and…
GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, concluded Gamescom 2026 with strong gamer engagement at its AORUS INFINITY showcase, where flagship gaming hardware, intelligent technologies, and distinctive PC design came together through hands-on experiences. From high-performance desktop builds and AI gaming laptops to OLED gaming monitors and peripherals, gamers experienced the performance, responsiveness, and visual immersion of the latest AORUS lineup. At the center of the showcase, the AORUS INFINITY Series brought GIGABYTE’s engineering expertise into a unified gaming ecosystem. The X870E AORUS INFINITY NEXT motherboard combines aerospace-inspired engineering with advanced power and thermal design, including 3D metal-printing technology. Paired with…
The journey of goods from the factory to the market is no longer simply about booking a container, selecting a vessel and setting an arrival date. During periods of regional instability, the cargo route itself can become a complex economic decision, according to Ashraf Hosny, Chairman of Heathrow Freight for Shipping and Logistics Services, who believes that crisis management has become an essential part of freight companies’ operations, particularly as conditions continue to change along key international routes. Hosny explains that today’s regional and global crises bring together a complex set of factors, including safety, transit time, cost and insurance.…
At Future of Memory and Storage 2026 (FMS 26), Sandisk will showcase how NAND innovation is powering the next phase of AI infrastructure. As larger models, longer context windows, and agentic applications drive unprecedented demand for capacity, bandwidth, and power efficiency, memory and storage are increasingly critical to AI performance and deployment at scale. Sandisk is helping customers scale AI inference with advanced NAND technologies built to keep pace with the evolving needs of data centers, cloud environments, and AI-driven workloads. “AI infrastructure has entered a new phase where the ability to store, move, and access data efficiently has become…
Wadi Degla Developments has announced its entry into Upper Egypt’s real estate market by launching the “ClubTown Minya” project in New Minya City. This marks the company’s first step outside Greater Cairo and is part of a geographic expansion strategy aimed at capitalizing on the momentum seen in Upper Egypt’s new cities as promising investment and residential destinations, supported by government plans to develop these regions and stimulate real estate investment beyond traditional areas. This move comes in collaboration with a group of top consultancy and design firms to ensure the delivery of a robust and distinctive urban product that…
Spain’s Konecta Group officially launched its regional headquarters in Cairo in the presence of Eng. Raafat Hindy, Minister of Communications and Information Technology. The landmark inauguration, attended by ITIDA CEO Eng. Ahmed El-Zaher and Vice CEO Eng. Mahmoud Safrata, marks Konecta as the first Spanish corporation to establish its Middle East and Africa (MEA) operational hub in Egypt. Ahmed El-Harrani, Konecta’s Vice President for the MEA region, revealed that Egypt was selected to transition the group from a traditional multinational framework to full regional management led by Egyptian talent. Citing the nation’s advanced telecommunications and electrical infrastructure, El-Harrani highlighted Cairo…
“MO Group” for Food Industries is seeking to reduce its export reliance on a limited number of markets by expanding into new destinations across Africa, Europe, and the Caribbean, while maintaining its presence in Arab countries, which account for a significant share of its overseas sales. The new plan combines entry into markets for the first time, increased business volumes in countries where the group’s products are already available, and the development of product ranges and packaging methods to meet the specific demand in each destination. Hamdy El-Abrak, Chairman of “MO Group,” said the company has begun implementing export expansion…
Telecom major e& has officially concluded the sale of its complete stake in Vodafone Group, unlocking a total value of Dh21.9 billion ($5.95 billion). As part of the transaction, e& transferred a total of 3,944,743,685 Vodafone shares to three major financial institutions: BNP Paribas Financial Markets, Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, and Société Générale. Financial Breakdown of the Deal Initial Cash Proceeds: The share transfer initially yielded gross cash proceeds of Dh21.5 billion ($5.84 billion), priced at approximately 110.5 pence per share. Upcoming Dividend Payout: On July 30, e& is scheduled to collect an additional 2.02 pence per share,…
The Arab world’s largest talent pool is running AI at scale but without a shared governance language. A landmark global standard published this June changes that. The question on AI Day is whether Egypt picks it up. Egypt’s AI story does not begin with capital. It begins with people. The largest population in the Arab world. The deepest engineering talent pool in the region. A government that launched a National AI Strategy, embedded AI into Egypt Vision 2030, and built the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology into a genuine delivery vehicle ,not a ceremonial one. Cairo’s technology district is…
In the world of business, major transformations are not forged by capital alone, but by the trust that compels an investor to bet on a story whose chapters have yet to be written. This is how global corporations began their journeys — from promising ideas to success models that reshaped entire industries. And this is precisely how economies grow: when they succeed in convincing investors that the future is being written on their soil. Today, as global competition for investment in the digital economy intensifies, companies are no longer simply searching for lower-cost markets. They are seeking business environments capable…
As Egypt accelerates its journey toward becoming a regional digital powerhouse, the boundary between technology and national security has all but vanished. Leading this charge is Fortinet, a global titan that has spent the last two decades serving as a cornerstone of the country’s technological resilience. In this exclusive interview, Filippo Monticelli, Senior Vice President of Sales for EMEA South at Fortinet, joins us ahead of Fortinet Security Day 2026 in Cairo. With Fortinet now securing over 50% of the world’s firewalls, Monticelli provides a high-level masterclass on the shifting landscape of cyber defense. From the launch of the groundbreaking,…
Morocco | Tamer Emam Yasser Shaker, CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa and Chairman of Orange Egypt, affirmed that the company has placed financial inclusion at the heart of its growth strategy, citing that approximately 45% of the region’s population remains unbanked. Speaking at a global summit hosted by Orange in Morocco, Shaker noted that this gap represents a massive opportunity for the growth of digital financial services. This potential, he argued, is being realized through Orange Money, which has evolved into a vital pillar of daily life for millions of users across the region. Shaker revealed that Orange…
Morocco | Tamer Emam Yasser Shaker, CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa, has unveiled an ambitious investment roadmap that will see the telecommunications giant commit approximately €5 billion over the next three years toward infrastructure development and digital innovation. Speaking at a global summit in Morocco, Shaker emphasized that these investments are designed to bolster access to high-speed internet and bridge the persistent digital divide in several nations. The initiative, he noted, is a critical step toward ensuring equal opportunity in accessing essential digital services. The strategic plan includes the deployment of more than 15,000 new sites in rural…
Morocco | Tamer Emam Yasser Shaker, CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa and Chairman of Orange Egypt, announced that the Group’s new “Trust the Future” strategy identifies trust as the fundamental pillar for delivering connectivity services. Speaking at a global conference hosted by Orange in Morocco, Shaker emphasized that telecommunications has evolved into an indispensable necessity for education, healthcare, and government services, making service quality and continuity essential to building sustainable customer relationships across all markets. Shaker asserted that customer confidence in Orange is rooted in the company’s resilience against mounting geopolitical challenges and cyber threats. He noted that…
Morocco | Tamer Emam Christel Heydemann, CEO of the global telecommunications giant Orange, affirmed that the Group’s new “Trust the Future” strategy places social and environmental responsibility at the core of its future business model, asserting that trust remains the company’s premier competitive advantage. Detailing the roadmap for the Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA) sector during a global conference in Morocco, Heydemann noted that Orange’s vision extends beyond basic connectivity. The strategy seeks to empower communities by providing the “keys to a responsible digital world,” fostering sustainable and credible partnerships with both consumers and governments. On the environmental front,…
Morocco | Tamer Emam Christel Heydemann, CEO of the global telecommunications giant Orange, affirmed that the Group’s success in hitting its “Lead the Future” strategic targets was built on a foundation of rigorous execution and leveraging the company’s core industrial strengths. Speaking at a global press conference hosted by Orange in Casablanca, Heydemann noted that this operational pivot has rendered the firm more resilient, streamlined, and efficient. This transformation, she argued, provides a formidable competitive edge as the company embarks on an ambitious roadmap centered on technological innovation and digital sustainability. Heydemann revealed that Group revenues surpassed the €40 billion…
Morocco | Tamer Emam Yvan Delègue, Interim Director of Orange’s super-app Maxit, has unveiled the strategic roadmap behind the app’s significant impact on the regional and global digital landscapes. Delègue characterized the platform as the “beating heart” of an expansion strategy designed to generate innovative revenue streams through integrated digital services. In a statement reflecting robust performance, Delègue announced that Maxit has successfully built a massive user base of 23 million monthly active users across 16 countries. This includes 8 million active users on Orange Money, which serves as the application’s financial backbone. Delègue described the app as a “comprehensive…
Morocco |Tamer Emam Under the banner “Orange Digital Center: Digital for All,” Nadia Mrabi, Director of CSR and Orange Digital Center Morocco, underscored that the company’s vision has transcended basic connectivity. According to Mrabi, Orange is now architecting an integrated ecosystem designed to serve local communities, positioning the group as a primary engine for sustainable development across 17 countries. Speaking during a press tour of the ODC facility in Morocco, Mrabi highlighted the pivotal role of the “FabLab Solidaire” (Solidarity Digital Lab). The lab serves as a bridge between conceptualization and reality, enabling entrepreneurs to transform abstract ideas into tangible…
Morocco | Tamer Emam Alia Sahaly, Director of ODC and CSR at Orange MEA, has announced a significant expansion of the group’s innovation footprint, with the network now spanning 50 digital centers bolstered by strategic partnerships with 167 universities. Speaking to a high-level press delegation in Morocco, Sahaly detailed the success of Orange Ventures in financing 24 startups across Africa and the Middle East. These firms are part of a broader cohort of 450 companies that have received technical and logistical backing from the group. Sahaly highlighted several “success stories” born from this ecosystem, notably: Guepard: A startup that transitioned…