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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…
Morocco | Tamer Emam In a landmark achievement for digital inclusion across the Middle East and Africa, Alia Sahaly, Director of ODC and CSR at Orange MEA, announced that the Orange Digital Center (ODC) network has reached an unprecedented 1.4 million beneficiaries as of 2025. During an extensive press tour of the Orange Digital Center in Morocco, Sahaly emphasized that the company’s strategy has evolved beyond mere technical instruction toward a broader mission of “impact manufacturing.” “Impact starts here, and every action carries value,” Sahaly said, noting that women now represent 42% of the program’s total beneficiaries. The figure highlights…