ALKAN Telecom, a subsidiary of Alkan CIT and a leading ICT solutions provider in Egypt and the Middle East and Africa, has announced the signing of a new strategic partnership with Orbus Software, a leading global provider of enterprise transformation software. This partnership aligns with ALKAN Telecom’s goal to expand its digital transformation service portfolio. Under this agreement, ALKAN Telecom becomes Orbus’s exclusive partner in Egypt. It will assume full responsibility for the delivery and implementation of Orbus’s solutions in the local market, starting with the banking and financial sectors, with plans to expand into other vital industries in the…
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Huawei Egypt’s Partner Summit 2025 under the theme “Joining Hands for a New Era” came to a powerful close, setting the stage for a new era of collaboration, underscoring the company’s commitment to driving digital transformation through innovative ICT solutions and strategic collaboration. Held at the historic Marriott Mena House, the Summit acted as an excellent opportunity to exchange business ideas, future strategies and new solutions. Bringing together over 450+ representatives from across Egypt’s ICT landscape, including more than 90+ existing partners and over 45 prospective companies, reflecting Huawei’s rapidly growing ecosystem in Egypt. The summit featured key technologies and…
In a significant move reflecting its ongoing commitment to delivering innovative technological solutions that keep pace with market developments and customer needs, ACT, a leader in information and communication technology for over 35 years, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with The Dar.AI, a platform specializing in AI solutions for brand managers. This collaboration aims to integrate The Dar.AI’s advanced AI capabilities with ACT’s extensive expertise in designing and implementing integrated system solutions, particularly in the F&B sector. ACT offers the Oracle Simphony integrated system, specifically designed for managing restaurants and global hospitality chains. Through this partnership, both…
Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology, is participating in Africa Health Excon 2025, held under the patronage of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi from June 24 to 27 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC). During the exhibition, Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health and Population, and Dr. Hisham Stait, Chairman of the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement (UPA), visited the Siemens Healthineers Egypt booth to explore the company’s latest AI-powered solutions and groundbreaking healthcare technologies. This year, Siemens Healthineers is showcasing its advanced portfolio of digital healthcare solutions, reinforcing its commitment…
Raya Distribution, a key division of Raya Trade which is a portfolio company of Raya Holding for Financial Investments, has announced an exclusive strategic partnership with Nothing, a leading London-based consumer technology company, and its sub-brand, CMF by Nothing. Under this agreement, Raya Distribution will serve as the sole official distributor and after-sales service provider for both brands in Egypt. Through this collaboration, Raya Distribution will introduce Nothing and CMF by Nothing’ products to the Egyptian market—including smartphones, wireless earbuds, and smart accessories—across its extensive network of retail and e-commerce channels. Additionally, the company will offer comprehensive after-sales support through…
ACT, a leader in the ICT industry, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with WinFi, an innovator in smart connectivity solutions and customer data analytics. The aim is to provide an integrated digital experience for the F&B sector, leveraging modern technology to enhance customer experiences and utilize customer analytics data to achieve the highest levels of profitability. With over 35 years of experience in designing and implementing comprehensive solutions for the hospitality sector, ACT serves more than 3,000 clients worldwide through a dedicated team of over 500 experts. The company is a strategic partner for numerous global hotel…
HMZ Holding, the mother company of Homzmart, the leading e-commerce furniture platform, announced today the launch of “Joint,” the holding company’s industrial arm specializing in home furniture production and supply chain management. This strategic move is marked by the operationalization of its state-of-the-art Joint Plant, the factory, in the 6th of October Industrial Zone, backed by an initial investment exceeding $1 million, to produce 60,000 high-quality furniture pieces annually. This pioneering project is part of a broader “Joint” ecosystem that integrates 60 factories, whose production lines are exclusively dedicated to Joint, representing a total investment surpassing $4 million. Joint Plant…
Raya Holding for Financial Investments has officially launched the third and final cycle of its startup accelerator program, Raya FutureTECH, in collaboration with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), under the DevelopPPP program, an initiative by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) designed to foster impactful partnerships between the private sector and development efforts in emerging markets. The Raya FutureTECH accelerator targets startups working in strategic sectors aligned with Raya’s areas of operation, including information technology, customer experience, logistics, fintech, retail, clean energy, and smart mobility. The program offers hands-on mentorship from Raya’s senior executives,…
Honor of Kings, the world’s most played MOBA, is excited to share details of its biggest version update yet – so significant that the game will evolve into Honor of Kings Plus. Available from tomorrow, June 24, players will be able to experience a wealth of improvements and fresh content, greatly influenced by community feedback, all for free. “As a live game the onus is on the development team to listen closely to player feedback and continue to evolve Honor of Kings,” commented Game Producer, Dean Huang. “With Honor of Kings Plus, we have really pushed ourselves to introduce new,…
CASIO Computer Co., Ltd. celebrated sixty years since unveiling its first desktop calculator in 1957—a breakthrough that reshaped classrooms, laboratories, financial trading floors, offices, and retail shops worldwide. To mark this milestone, CASIO Middle East & Africa FZE (CMEA) welcomed its regional distributors and key partners to Habtoor Palace in Dubai, honoring six decades of precision, reliability, and innovation. Since 1957, CASIO calculators have empowered generations of students, professionals, and businesses with their intuitive design, robust durability, and unwavering accuracy. Over the years, CMEA forged deep ties with distributors and end-users throughout the region—hosting hands-on demonstration sessions, delivering user training…
talabat Egypt, the leading technology platform in the online ordering across the Middle East and North Africa, has launched of a series of long-term and seasonal initiatives aimed at supporting, honoring, and motivating riders, who form a fundamental pillar of the platform’s success and the sustainability of its services. These initiatives come as part of talabat’s commitment to fostering a sense of belonging, recognizing the efforts of outstanding riders, and providing a safe and comfortable work environment that contributes to supporting the Egyptian economy. talabat will set up 16 designated rest areas for riders at select talabat mart’s dark stores…
The Trump Organisation has announced the launch of “Trump Mobile,” a new mobile phone service bundled with a gold-coloured handset, in the latest effort by the former U.S. president’s family business to grow its commercial ventures ahead of a potential return to the White House. Set to launch in August, the smartphone—dubbed the “T1 Phone”—will be sold for $499 and is described as “sleek” and “proudly designed and built in the United States.” The accompanying mobile service will cost $47.45 per month, a figure symbolically referencing Donald Trump’s positions as both the 45th and 47th president. According to the company,…
Orange Egypt and Huawei have officially announced a landmark partnership to deploy cutting-edge 5G technology that will be a catalyst for emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, AR, and VR, enhancing user experiences and creating new business models and smart ecosystems in areas such as smart cities, IoT, and beyond. This partnership marking a significant milestone in their long-standing collaboration. This strategic alliance highlights both companies’ shared vision to advance Egypt’s digital transformation, providing advanced connectivity solutions to consumers and businesses alike. Massive MIMO for RAN: Powering the Future of 5G As part of the partnership, Huawei already provided…
DisrupTech Ventures, one of Egypt’s leading early-stage fintech funds, has announced its first pan-African investment in Nigerian startup Winich Farms, a fast-growing Agri-Tech that is transforming access to markets and credit for smallholder farmers across Nigeria. The investment forms part of Winich’s Pre-Series A round. Lagos-based Winich is addressing the most pressing challenges facing Nigeria’s agriculture sector, market fragmentation and lack of financial inclusion. Despite agriculture contributing 21% of Nigeria’s GDP and employing millions, smallholder farmers—who make up 80% of the farming population and produce 90% of output—remain largely excluded from modern supply chains and financial systems. Commenting on their…
Tradefairs International, organizer of Cairo ICT, the leading international technology exhibition and forum for the Middle East and Africa, announced a strategic partnership with Smart Africa, the leading Pan-African organization concerned with accelerating sustainable socio-economic development and, ushering Africa into a knowledge economy through the usage of ICT. This partnership was formalized by signing an agreement to host Smart Africa’s Annual High-Level Meeting during Cairo ICT 2025, on 16–19 November 2025 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC). The agreement reflects a shared commitment to accelerating digital transformation and fostering innovation across the African continent. The high-level meeting is expected…
e& Egypt and Shahid, the flagship streaming platform of MBC Group, have announced an exclusive strategic partnership to deliver Shahid’s content library to e& Egypt customers across the country. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in enriching Egypt’s digital entertainment landscape and strengthening both brands’ presence in the market. The partnership reflects the shared vision of both companies to offer value-driven, digitally integrated entertainment solutions to a wide segment of Egyptian consumers. It also supports e& Egypt’s digital transformation journey and Shahid’s strategic presence in the Egyptian market. Under this partnership, e& Egypt customers will enjoy all content on…
In a strategic move to drive innovation and modernize the F&B sector in Egypt and the Middle East, ACT, a global leader in integrated IT solutions, has announced a partnership agreement with UrbanPiper, a leading platform for digital order management in restaurants. This partnership comes at an ideal time as the hospitality and F&B sectors undergo rapid transformations, driven by increasing demands for digital solutions. Restaurants are actively seeking to enhance operational efficiency and provide seamless, high-quality experiences for their customers. Through this partnership, ACT will integrate UrbanPiper’s advanced solutions into its extensive service offerings across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and…
Sprints, the AI-powered EdTech platform, has officially signed an agreement with The British University in Egypt (BUE) to support youth development through market-aligned education, practical training, and direct employment pathways. This strategic partnership marks a joint effort to empower students and alumni with future-ready skills for today’s competitive tech landscape. Through this agreement, Sprints and BUE aim to deliver high-impact learning experiences, integrating Sprints’ unique business-simulated and project-based learning methodology. BUE students, alumni, and staff will benefit from exclusive access to Sprints’ learning journeys, including “the Generative AI Certificate (GAIC), AI-powered career-focused training, and advanced bootcamps.” Beyond learning, the partnership…
The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) has launched an enhanced edition of its Summer Internship Program for University Students, in collaboration with the National Telecommunications Institute (NTI) and Systel, the sole official sales and services distributor for Motorola Solutions in Egypt. This program is part of Egypt’s national strategy to upskill its young talent and prepare them for careers in ICT and digital arts. With a renewed focus on future-ready skills and expanded reach, the program aims to train over 10,000 undergraduate students from faculties of engineering, computer science, business information systems, media, fine and applied arts, and art…
The Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement (UPA), Medical Supply and Technology Management announced the launch of the fourth edition of “Africa Health ExCon”, the largest and most significant healthcare event across Africa. The event will be held under the patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi from June 25 to 27, 2025, at Al Manara International Conference Center, Egypt’s International Exhibition Center (EIEC). It is organized in collaboration with both the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). This high-level cooperation reflects the growing international and continental stature of the…