Talabat Holding plc (“talabat” or the “Company”), the leading on-demand online ordering and delivery platform in the MENA region, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved the distribution of an interim dividend of 3.188 fils per share, equivalent to approximately USD 202 million in total. This interim dividend represents a 90% payout ratio of reported net income for the first half of the year. This distribution underscores the Company’s continued commitment to delivering shareholder returns. Based on the last closing price, the interim dividend represents an annualised dividend yield that exceeds 5.4%. Management reaffirmed its expectation to pay…
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The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) is extending Egypt’s mature IT and offshoring industry beyond Cairo, staging its 18th employment fair at the Digital Egypt Innovation Hub (CREATIVA) in Beni Suef’s technology park. The initiative reflects ITIDA’s strategy to bring job opportunities closer to youth in tier-2 cities, connect skilled talent with leading employers, and reinforce Egypt’s position as a global hub for IT and business services. The fair brought together 11 local and international companies, offering more than 650 job opportunities across IT services, business process outsourcing (BPO), and contact centers. Employers included VOIS, Aura Communication, VXI, Swift…
realme, the fastest-growing smartphone brand in Egypt, has announced the upcoming launch of their latest realme 15 series, scheduled to make its debut in September 2025. This new lineup is specially designed for the vibrant, energetic individuals who thrive on living life to the fullest and making every moment memorable. realme 15 series falls into the high-mid range smartphone category, promising a blend of advanced features, and excellent performance to meet the needs of modern, dynamic users seeking both functionality and fun. While realme number series has established itself as the top choice for camera phones within its segment, now,…
Mobile Europe, one of Europe’s leading publications covering the telecom and technology sector, has announced Dr. Ayman Amiri, Chief Technology and Information Officer (CTIO) of Orange Egypt, as the winner of the prestigious “CTO of the Year 2025” award. The announcement followed the magazine’s annual roundtable and final shortlist deliberations, which bring together global industry leaders to celebrate innovation and excellence in telecommunications. This recognition highlights Dr. Amiri’s outstanding leadership and vision in driving Orange Egypt’s digital transformation strategy, spearheading innovation in network and service development, and building a future-ready digital infrastructure that addresses the evolving needs of both the…
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has taken a significant step into the telecommunications realm with its recent acquisition. On September 8, SpaceX announced the purchase of frequency licenses from EchoStar for $17 billion. EchoStar, a key player in satellite telecommunications, is known for its Boost Mobile brand. This acquisition is a strategic move for SpaceX, allowing it to address substantial debt while acquiring critical assets to advance its satellite phone technology. New Era for Starlink SpaceX’s acquisition of the S-band and MSS frequency bands is a pivotal moment for Starlink, its satellite internet service. These frequency bands are essential for providing direct…
In line with its commitment to boosting exports and achieving strong growth in international markets, M. O. Group for confectionery and chocolate is taking part in ISM Dubai, the specialized confectionery and snacks exhibition, from September 15 to 17. Hamdy El Abrak, Chairman of M. O. Group for confectionery and chocolate, stated that the company is participating in ISM Dubai for the tenth consecutive year. He stressed that this step comes as part of the company’s strategy to expand into new export markets and strengthen its footprint in the Middle East and Africa. El Abrak added that ISM is one…
The 34th edition of COMEX Oman 2025, the leading technology and innovation exhibition and conference, concluded yesterday, Thursday, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. Held from September 8 to 11, the event witnessed broad participation from government entities, global corporations, and tech entrepreneurs. This year’s edition achieved unprecedented milestones, with more than 150 deals and cooperation agreements signed across multiple sectors, including digital transformation, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and electronic payments. A total of 35 government entities participated, while the overall number of local and international participants exceeded 430, reinforcing the event’s status as a leading regional platform for technology…
e& Egypt has announced the rebranding of its subsidiary, e& Global Services, to become e& CX Solutions Egypt, in a strategic step that represents a significant milestone in the company’s journey. This rebranding reflects its new vision as a consulting partner and provider of integrated customer experience solutions. This change comes as part of a comprehensive plan to evolve the business model, moving beyond the traditional concept of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) towards providing integrated strategic consulting and implementing customer experience (CX) solutions. The new model enables companies to design and deliver sustainable and interactive customer experiences, powered by data…
The 34th edition of the COMEX 2025 Global Technology Exhibition will kick off tomorrow, Monday, and run from September 8 to 11 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs. The exhibition is organized by Al Dar Al Arabia for Data Analysis in cooperation with Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, continuing its role as a leading platform that brings together the latest digital innovations and key players in the technology sector regionally and internationally. Egyptian Participation Underscores Regional Standing This…
Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Dr. Amr Talaat, has appointed Eng. Mahmoud Sofrata as the new Vice President for ICT Markets Development at the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA). Sofrata brings more than 25 years of experience in business development and strategic transformation at leading multinationals including Honeywell and Hewlett-Packard (HP). His career spans leadership roles across the Middle East, Africa, Russia, Central Asia, and Turkey, in addition to his expertise in tech entrepreneurship, AI-driven solutions and green energy technologies. Prior to joining ITIDA, Sofrata served as Regional Director of Industrial Safety at Honeywell International in Dubai,…
Coinciding with the launch of several cooperation initiatives with major national companies and media institutions, The Arab Youth Media Creativity Summit announced its agreement with Telecom Egypt “WE” to sponsor and support a series of events organized by the Summit. These events are held in collaboration with the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, leading media and press institutions, as well as training centers in Egypt and the Arab world. The goal is to empower young journalists and media professionals, enhancing their ability to utilize modern technological tools in producing engaging media content that applies the latest innovations…
GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, unveiled its next-gen AI PCs in Egypt. GiMATE, a groundbreaking AI agent for seamless hardware and software control, takes center stage in the all-new lineup, redefining gaming, creation, and productivity in the AI era. Powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs and NVIDIA NIM microservices for advanced AI NIM and RTX™️ AI, AMD Ryzen™️ AI, Intel®️ NPU AI, and enhanced by Microsoft Copilot, the AORUS MASTER, GIGABYTE AERO, and the GIGABYTE GAMING series deliver cutting-edge performance with upgraded WINDFORCE cooling in sleek, portable designs. GiMATE, GIGABYTE’s exclusive AI agent, integrates with an…
34ML and Valify Solutions announced the launch of KNFRM, the first digital contracts platform in Egypt based on blockchain technology. The platform aims to enhance digital transformation in the field of electronic contracting by providing secure solutions that comply with legislative regulations. KNFRM is a significant step towards digitizing the contracting process in Egypt, allowing companies to manage their contracts securely and seamlessly. By relying on blockchain technology, KNFRM reduces risks and ensures the highest levels of security and compliance with all laws. This includes Law No. 5 of 2022 regarding the regulation, development, and use of financial technology in…
talabat Egypt, the leading technology platform in e-commerce across the Middle East and North Africa, announced the conclusion of its “Up-skilling Program” in collaboration with the Information Technology Institute (ITI), affiliated with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. In a move that reflects its commitment to supporting and empowering young talents in the technology sector, the program aimed to train a selected group of ITI students and graduates in the fields of data engineering and software engineering, to enhance their technical and professional skills in line with labor market demands. The “Up-skilling Program” was launched with the participation of…
The Egyptian Credit Bureau “iscore” and Synapse Analytics, a leading provider of AI-powered risk decisioning solutions, have announced a strategic partnership designed to equip financial institutions with an advanced platform for automating and enhancing credit decisioning. The partnership also provides access to cutting-edge technology tools that enable faster, more accurate and data driven lending decisions setting a new benchmark for efficiency and precision in the Egyptian financial sector. This collaboration enables banks and non-banking financial institutions to build, test, and deploy advanced credit scoring models that leverage both traditional credit report data and alternative data sources. As a result, the…
As realme approaches its 7th anniversary, the brand proudly announces a significant milestone—surpassing 300 million global users, as verified by Counterpoint. After achieving 100 million users in 2021 and 200 million in 2023, realme continues to embody its spirit “Make it real.” solidifying its position as one of the fastest-growing smartphone brands. Targeting Young Users as Its Core Strategy Since its launch in 2018, realme has placed young users at the heart of its strategic vision, aspiring to be the leading tech popularizer for the young generation. The brand consistently exceeds users’ expectations by introducing cutting-edge technologies that enhance user…
Children today are surrounded by digital devices from birth, and many can’t imagine life without them. Kaspersky research findings show that 50% of children surveyed in Egypt would like to become bloggers in the future. The seriousness of their intentions is evidenced by the fact that 53% of them are already developing their own blog or working on content for the future. A dream of becoming popular is the most appealing for young people – 59% of children surveyed named it when explaining their wish to become a blogger. 50% of young respondents said that they simply enjoy creating video…
79% of companies in Egypt rely on multi-vendor ecosystems despite the fact that such fragmented security solutions lead to operational and financial strains. Such findings were revealed in the recent Kaspersky research. A study titled “Improving resilience: cybersecurity through system immunity,” conducted by Kaspersky, examined how organizations manage cybersecurity today, focusing on vendor fragmentation, operational inefficiencies and future consolidation plans. The survey was conducted across the META (the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa) region, as well as Europe, Russia, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific region. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of cybersecurity management across organizations,…
Orange Egypt proudly announces that Misr University for Science and Technology (MUST) has secured first place in the Enactus Egypt National Competition 2025, an achievement made possible through Orange’s continued sponsorship for the 19th consecutive year. The win underscores Orange’s ongoing commitment to empowering young entrepreneurs and fostering impactful, community-driven innovations. Held on July 29–30, the national finals featured over 30 teams from universities across Egypt, each presenting innovative projects addressing real-world social and technological challenges. MUST’s winning project, titled “Bokra”, offered an innovative solution to agricultural and health challenges by rehabilitating degraded land and using the Salicornia plant as…
CorporateStack, a leading provider of digital transformation and business management solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Ellaithy Group for Import and Export—one of Egypt’s foremost automotive dealers and service providers—to implement a cutting-edge Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system tailored to the automotive sector. The move marks a pivotal step in Egypt’s accelerating shift toward digitalization in the car industry. The partnership reflects Ellaithy Group’s commitment to modernizing its technological infrastructure with the latest digital tools, aiming to streamline operations, drive growth, and deliver a more seamless and efficient customer experience. Designed and deployed by CorporateStack to meet the highest…