IBM today announced the appointment of Eng.Tamer El Kholy as General Manager for North East Africa, succeeding Marwa Abbas, who has led IBM’s business across Egypt and North East Africa, helping drive the company’s growth and expansion across the region. In his new role, El Kholy will lead IBM’s strategy and operations, with a focus on accelerating growth, expanding IBM’s market presence, and deepening relationships with clients and business partners across North East Africa. He will work closely with organizations to help accelerate the adoption of AI and hybrid cloud technologies, unlock value from data, and advance their digital transformation…
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Supporting Egypt’s national agenda for AI adoption and digital transformation, Huawei Cloud announced the launch of its Model-as-a-Service (MaaS) offering in Egypt. The service enables enterprises to access, customize, and use Large Language Models Models ( LLMs ) without the need to build or manage complex underlying infrastructure, accelerating the transition from AI exploration to practical, real-world application across business environments. Despite the growing interest in AI across enterprises, many organizations still face challenges related to infrastructure complexity, high development costs, and the need for specialized technical expertise, which slows the shift from early experimentation to operational deployment. MaaS introduces…
During an extensive tour of the historic El-Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company’s factories in Helwan, Dr. Hussein Issa, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, met with Yehia Abdel Halim, CEO of SN Automotive, alongside several company executives. The meeting was attended by Engineer Mohamed El-Saadawy, Chairman of the Metallurgical Industries Holding Company, and Dr. Nabil Hammad, CEO of El-Nasr Automotive. The Deputy Prime Minister reviewed SN Automotive’s strategic roadmap ahead of introducing the first fully locally assembled electric vehicle (EV) in Egypt and the Middle East, which is being manufactured inside the El-Nasr automotive plant. Yehia Abdel Halim, CEO of SN…
Vodafone Egypt has achieved company-wide ISO/IEC 27001 certification for its entire Cyber Security function, earning independent, internationally recognized validation of how it protects the 55 million customers who rely on it. For those customers, it is assurance that the conversations, data, and money they trust to Vodafone every day are safeguarded not by one team or one system, but by how the entire organization is run. Beyond certifying individual platforms and infrastructure environments, Vodafone Egypt has now established a comprehensive, company-wide security framework in which cybersecurity is embedded across decision-making structures, operational processes, and governance at every level of the…
Orange Egypt announced a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Social Solidarity to launch Start Hub, the largest national initiative dedicated to empowering university students and recent graduates and equipping them to build successful career paths. The partnership underscores the company’s continued commitment to supporting the Egyptian government’s efforts to invest in human capital, empower young people, and enhance their preparedness for the labor market. The event witnessed the signing of a cooperation protocol between the Ministry of Social Solidarity and Orange Egypt, attended by Dr. Maya Morsi, Minister of Social Solidarity; Dr. Abdel Aziz Qansouh, Minister of Higher Education…
Amid the rapid growth of Egypt’s fintech sector and the increasing adoption of digital technologies to enhance financial services and advance financial inclusion, Mr. Felix Feng, President of Huawei Cloud Northern Africa, emphasized that cloud computing and AI have become key pillars driving innovation and reshaping the future of the financial sector in Egypt and across the region. His remarks came during the Huawei Cloud Fintech Summit 2026, which brought together leading financial institutions, fintech companies, and technology experts to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the industry, while showcasing the latest innovations in cloud computing, AI, and secure digital…
NetApp, the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, today announced NetApp CONNECT Cairo 2026, taking place on June 23rd in Nile Ritz Carlton. The event will bring together technology leaders, customers, partners, and industry experts to explore how organizations can unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence through secure and intelligent data on modern infrastructure. Attendees will represent key sectors including government, banking, telecom, and oil & gas. As Egypt advances its digital transformation agenda and organizations increasingly embrace AI, cloud technologies, and data services, data has become one of the most strategic assets for organizations seeking to innovate, compete, and grow.…
Today, in celebration of the community’s continued support and creativity, Honor of Kings, the world’s most played MOBA, launches HOK Plus 2.0, its biggest content update of the year. The update introduces a brand-new Hero – Devara – inspired by traditional Indian culture, along with three more Heroes joining the ever growing roster. HOK Plus 2.0 also features Super Flow Brawl, an all new gameplay mode,designed to better showcase player strategy, as well as a range of QoL improvements for both new and existing players. “Honor of Kings is marking its second year since global launch,” commented Game Producer, Dean…
Microsoft’s AI Diffusion Report for Q1 2026, published by the Microsoft AI Economy Institute, places Egypt among markets demonstrating continued progress in generative AI adoption. According to the report, 14.8% of Egypt’s working-age population actively used generative AI during the first quarter of 2026, up from 13.4% in the preceding period, a gain of +1.4 percentage points. The report tracks generative AI usage across more than 100 markets using aggregated and anonymised Microsoft telemetry. Egypt’s results form part of a broader regional trend: the Middle East as a whole continues to demonstrate strong AI adoption momentum, anchored by the United…
The Strategic Co., an Egypt-based business platform and growth-focused B2B exhibitions organizer, announced Edition 2 of the LaunchPad Expo returning to The GrEEK Campus in Downtown Cairo on May 15 and 16, 2026. The two-day platform will bring together business owners, founders, and decision-makers, and over 60 service providers across legal, finance, human resources, technology, marketing, operations, logistics, insurance, and business services. Edition 2 is built on proven momentum. After a successful first edition with 3,000+ visitors, 52 exhibitors, and 40 speakers, the platform is returning with a stronger structure, partners, and business focus. While Egypt’s startup and SME ecosystem…
stc Group announced today the official launch of the new identity “pulse by solutions”, in a strategic step that reflects the Group’s direction toward strengthening the integration of its digital ecosystem and expanding its regional footprint. The new identity marks the evolution of Giza Systems, established in 1974 as a leading systems integrator, into pulse by solutions. This transformation reflects a strategic move to align more closely with the broader stc Group ecosystem and to unify capabilities under a single, integrated structure. As part of this transition, pulse by solutions operates as a subsidiary of solutions by stc, the digital…
The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) has concluded its software testing competition, highlighting a new wave of AI-driven innovation in software quality engineering. The event ran alongside the fourth edition of “Software Testing Day”, organized by the Software Engineering Competence Center (SECC). The competition brought together 128 teams from across universities and industry backgrounds, including participants from Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Indonesia, Nigeria, and Jordan — underscoring growing global interest in AI-powered software quality and automated testing systems. At the core of this year’s submissions was a clear shift: AI is no longer a supporting tool in testing workflows, but…
The Software Engineering Competence Center (SECC) of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) organizes the 4th edition of the “Software Testing Day” event on May 11, 2026, at Digital Egypt Innovation Hub (Creativa) in Giza, as part of the global ISTQB Conference Network. Held under the theme “Shaping the Future of Software Testing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” this year’s event will highlight the growing role of AI in transforming software testing processes, enhancing the quality of digital products, and accelerating development cycles—ultimately strengthening the global competitiveness of Egypt’s software industry. The event aims to support the software…
Jumia Egypt, a leading e-commerce platform in the country, celebrates its 14th anniversary in the Egyptian market by launching a major promotional campaign featuring unprecedented deals and discounts across multiple categories, along with a more advanced and diverse shopping experience for customers nationwide. For 14 years, Jumia has been part of its customers’ journeys at every milestone. This year’s anniversary campaign brings even greater savings, a smarter shopping experience, and exclusive offers across all categories, alongside special deals and interactive experiences that give customers more opportunities to save and benefit. Jumia Egypt emphasized that these celebrations come as part of…
B.TECH, the leading, most distinguished and rapidly expanding omnichannel Retailer of consumer electronics and home appliances, continues its efforts to advance education through “B.TECH School for Applied Technology.” Established in 2020, the school is the result of a successful partnership between the Ministry of Education and Technical Education and B.TECH. As the first school of its kind in Egypt specializing in retail, it combines academic study with hands-on practical training to prepare a new generation of qualified professionals for the labour market. Established as part of B.TECH’s corporate social responsibility efforts, the school adopts an integrated curriculum that balances theoretical…
Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, today announced the appointment of Lionel Mobi as Chief Executive Officer of Jumia Egypt. Lionel brings over a decade of experience within Jumia, having held several leadership roles across key African markets, including Cameroon, Ghana, and Senegal. Most recently, he served as CEO B2C of Jumia Egypt since December 2024 where he spearheaded strategic initiatives to broaden product access and optimize the customer shopping experience nationwide. Prior to that, he was the CEO of Jumia Senegal, where he successfully led the business through a phase of operational strengthening and growth. In his new role, Lionel…
On behalf of H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, H.E. Eng. Raafat Hindy, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, officially inaugurated talabat’s largest quick commerce distribution center in the Middle East and North Africa. The launch marks a significant step in advancing Egypt’s digital economy and strengthening its logistics infrastructure. The inauguration was attended by H.E. Eng. Raafat Hindi, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, alongside H.E. Mr. Ahmed Kouchouk, Minister of Finance, H.E. Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, and H.E. Eng. Khaled Hashem, Minister of Industry, in addition to senior government officials and the…
In a new expansion move reflecting its global ambitions, MO Group, a confectionery and chocolate manufacturer, announced the launch of its products in new markets including Haiti and the Dominican Republic for the first time in the Caribbean region. Hamdy El-Abrak, Chairman of MO Group, said the company is moving forward with its expansion strategy, noting that entering markets such as Haiti and the Dominican Republic marks a significant milestone in its international footprint, particularly as these countries are being added to the group’s portfolio for the first time. El-Abrak added that the group has already established a presence in…
A new milestone in Egypt’s offshoring industry was marked with the inauguration of Alshaya Group’s first Offshoring Global Talent Center in Cairo, coinciding with the Group’s 20-year presence in the Egyptian market. Eng. Ahmed Elzaher, Chief Executive Officer of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), inaugurated the center in the presence of Mr. John Hadden, Chief Executive Officer of Alshaya Group, Eng. Mahmoud Sofrata, Vice President of ITIDA; Mr. Paul Morris, Chief Customer and Technology Officer; and Ms. Janset Hussein Kasht, Country Manager, Egypt. The new center delivers a comprehensive range of offshore business services, including contact center operations,…
Huawei and AIS have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the local manufacturing of Grid-Forming Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Egypt. This strategic partnership marks a key step in supporting Egypt’s national objectives to drive local manufacturing, accelerate the development of grid-connected energy storage, and contribute to the country’s sustainable energy future. The MOU demonstrates the strong commitment of both Huawei and AIS to Egypt’s vision of becoming a regional hub driven by advanced energy technologies. By establishing local manufacturing capabilities, AIS and Huawei aim to strengthen supply chain resilience, create high-quality employment opportunities, and…