Following a successful launch in Lagos, the African School of Governance (ASG) continued its pan-African tour in Cairo from April 28–30, 2025, during the Future of Digital Countries Summit (FDC). Led by Prof. Kingsley Moghalu, the tour aims to build partnerships and attract top talent for ASG’s MPA program, highlighting the vital role of governance in Africa’s development. After a successful start in Nigeria, the African School of Governance (ASG) brought its tour to Cairo during the FDC Summit 2025, led by Prof. Kingsley Moghalu to spotlight governance’s role in Africa’s development. Founded by President Paul Kagame and former PM…
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Most online services and apps require the user to create a password. Chances are many of those passwords are not being used daily and due to this overabundance, there’s a high probability that many of the passwords are being reused. Poor password management is compounded by a reliance on common combinations of names, dictionary words and numerals. Not only are these passwords relatively easy to decipher, but if a cybercriminal gains access to a password on one site, that could result in access to a plethora of other sites. People are urged to create unique, random passwords to counter the…
Dr. Shaimaa El-Badawy, sustainability expert and host of the Green Light Podcast, emphasized that adopting sustainability principles is no longer a luxury but a strategic necessity. She stated that sustainability plays a vital role in enhancing a company’s public image, building a long-lasting reputation, and fostering greater trust among customers and stakeholders. Her remarks came during a workshop organized by the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing at Misr University for Science and Technology, as part of the training program titled “Towards Green Innovation for the Pharmacists of the Future.” El-Badawy highlighted the central role that environmental media plays…
talabat Egypt, the leading technology platform for online ordering across the MENA, announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Tafweela, startup that allows businesses to monitor fleet vehicles payments. In a new step towards expanding the concept of digital transformation across various sectors, aiming to digitize talabat’s rewards system for the riders, enabling them to redeem loyalty points for petroleum products through Tafweela’s extensive network of fuel stations across Egypt. This step marks a major advancement in supporting more than 28,000 riders collaborating with talabat, providing them with the opportunity to redeem part of the rewards points they earn…
After a remarkable launch in Lagos, the African School of Governance (ASG) will stop in Cairo from April 28 to 30, 2025, as part of its pan-African tour. Objective: to establish partnerships and recruit talents who will shape the future of governance in Africa through an innovative Master of Public Administration (MPA) program rooted in African realities. More cities will follow soon. By the editorial staff The future of African governance is being shaped today. After a first successful step in Nigeria, the African School of Governance (ASG) continues its introductory tour in Cairo, Egypt, during the Future of Digital…
Teradix eProcurement Solutions, Egypt’s leading digital procurement technology company, proudly announces its shortlisting at the CIPS MENA Procurement & Supply Chain Excellence Awards 2025 — the region’s most prestigious awards organized by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), the world’s largest professional body for procurement and supply chain management. In an unprecedented achievement, Teradix is the only procurement technology provider shortlisted for the “Best Use of Technology” award this year, standing alongside major multinational corporations, telecom giants, and government entities. This milestone marks the first time an Egyptian-born technology company has been recognized at this level, reflecting Teradix’s…
Raya Electronics, a subsidiary of Raya Trade and operating under Raya Holding for Financial Investments, reaffirmed its longstanding strategic partnership with Lexmark, a global leader in printing solutions. This partnership continues to play a pivotal role in empowering Egypt’s business sectors with cutting-edge technological advancements, delivering cost-effective solutions, fosters governance initiatives, and enhances operational efficiency across institutions. The success of this partnership and the growing adoption of Lexmark’s printers and solutions in the Egyptian market were celebrated during a joint event held by both companies in Cairo on Wednesday, April 23. Reflecting on this occasion, Sinan Emon, Managing Director of…
The alliance of Al Safy Group and El Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company has named Yehia A. Halim as CEO of SN Automotive (Safy Nasr Automotive), tasked with steering the company through final preparations to launch a diverse range of modern car models. These vehicles will cater to the Egyptian market with competitive pricing while maintaining global standards of quality and specifications. A. Halim brings over 30 years of automotive industry experience, having held leadership roles at major global car manufacturers in Egypt and the Gulf, including Toyota, the Bavarian Auto Group (BMW), Nissan, Renault, and Audi in Egypt, as well…
Kaspersky has detected a new trend with attackers distributing phishing emails to individual and corporate users with attachments in SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) files – a format commonly used for storing images. Opening these files leads a user to phishing pages mimicking Google and Microsoft services aiming to steal login credentials. There was an almost six-fold increase in phishing via SVG files in March 2025 compared to February, and over 4,000 of these emails have been detected globally since the beginning of the year. SVG is a format for describing two-dimensional vector graphics using XML, a markup language that provides…
According to the findings from a recent Kaspersky survey, among respondents from Egypt, more than half (53%) of children aged 11-17 years old hide their online activities from their parents and other grown-ups. To do this, 23% of youngsters set passwords on all their devices, while 23% clear the browsing history after each access to the Internet so that other family members couldn’t check what they were doing online. And 17% prefer going online when their parents are not around. Among those who tend to keep their online activities a secret, a significant number (57%) of teenagers don’t want their…
Samsung Electronics unveiled its refreshed “AI Home” vision and innovative appliance lineup at its global launch event, Welcome to Bespoke AI, in Seoul, Korea. With a focus on providing a more secure and intuitive user experience, the company introduced an AI Home experience, showcasing advanced AI features and a wider range of screen-enabled appliances. Jeong Seung Moon, EVP and Head of the R&D Team for Digital Appliances Business at Samsung Electronics, opened the global press conference by introducing the company’s vision for creating an AI Home that harmoniously connects various devices and, as a result, caters to user needs in…
Huawei Egypt has announced the appointment of Benjamin Hou as its new Chief Executive Officer. This strategic move aligns with the company’s ambitious vision to strengthen its market leadership in Egypt by accelerating digital transformation, advancing ICT development, and nurturing local talent to build a sustainable digital economy. Benjamin Hou brings extensive experience to the role, having previously served as President of the Northern Africa Carrier Business Group. With over 20 years at Huawei, he has held several leadership positions across pre-sales, marketing, solution sales, and service support. His diverse expertise positions him well to lead Huawei’s digital transformation initiatives…
One of the most important sessions of Egypt’s first Cloud and AI Day, hosted by Nutanix and Dell Technologies, featured a panel of technology leaders and experts in digital transformation and artificial intelligence discussing the role of AI in reshaping global economies, including opportunities and challenges. The debates were moderated by media celebrity Osama Kamal, who emphasized the importance of implementing national AI plans that protect Egyptian social identity and economic interests at both the governmental and private sectors. Eng. Mahmoud Badawy, Advisor to the Minister of Communications and Information Technology for Digital Transformation; Eng. Ayman El Gohary, a digital…
Hosting the research and development centers of global technology and telecommunications companies is one of the most crucial pathways for the state to localize technology and transfer knowledge to the Egyptian market in the coming years. It aims to build a business environment that fosters the sector’s development at all levels by innovating local technologies that generate added value in terms of hard currency revenues and build research capabilities that transform education strategies, innovate new goods and services, and also boost investment in research and development and manufacturing. The state is focusing on this direction by working to provide the…
Malak El Baba, Visa’s General Manager for Egypt, won the Women in Payments Inspiration Award for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region, recognizing her inspiring impact and prominent role in the payments and financial services sector. El Baba won the award after competing with 17 other prominent female leaders from across the region. The award highlighted her successful career and the role she represents as a model of female leadership capable of bringing about real change in the workplace and driving women’s empowerment.
During a special celebration marking Microsoft’s 50th anniversary, Ibtihal Abu Al-Saad, a Moroccan engineer and member of the company’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform team, took a bold stand against the company’s involvement in the use of artificial intelligence for military purposes. Abu Al-Saad specifically criticized her colleague, Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of AI at Microsoft, for his role in a controversial partnership with the Israeli military. Abu Al-Saad spoke out about Microsoft’s contribution to military operations in Gaza, raising concerns about the ethical implications of the company’s technology being used for surveillance and targeting during the ongoing conflict. She stated that…
As part of the holy month of Ramadan celebrations, Huawei organized a special Sohour event to celebrate the launch of its new HUAWEI nova 13 Series. The event was held in a festive atmosphere in Abdeen Palace, with the participation of of local media and prominent figures from the community. The event also showcased Huawei’s latest technological achievements and the HUAWEI nova 13 series. As a smartphone that caters to both style-conscious individuals and tech enthusiasts, the nova 13 Series offers a compelling combination of aesthetic appeal and advanced features. James Qianq, CEO, Huawei Egypt Consumer Business Group, said, “In…
HSBC today announced the launch of an innovative cash concentration solution to support corporate clients in navigating the Middle East’s digital revolution. The HSBC Seven-Day Cash Concentration Solution allows the bank’s corporate clients to automate in-country liquidity management every day of the week, including weekends and country holidays. The solution is the first of its kind in the Middle East financial services industry. The UAE and Egypt will become HSBC’s first markets to introduce the new solution, before expansion to further markets in the Group’s global network later this year, including in the Middle East. The development further underscores HSBC’s…
Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait – Egypt (ABK-Egypt announced the signing of a long-term strategic partnership agreement with Visa, a global leader in payment technology and digital solutions, with the objective of at offering the latest digital payment technologies to meet customer needs, introduce innovative products and services for different segments, and. and enhance its digital payment solutions with advanced and competitive features and benefits. This partnership involves the launch of a range of new products and services that meet the diverse needs of various customer segments in alignment with Egypt’s strategy to achieve full digital transformation and promote electronic…
Alienware is going all in, unveiling a lineup of six new gaming monitors and launching its highly anticipated Alienware 27 4K QD-OLED Monitor, a CES 2025 Innovation Award Honoree. It’s a big moment with new additions that span the entire portfolio, helping Alienware reach more gamers than ever before. Clearly, we have a lot to cover today, so let’s take a moment to topline the key takeaways: Alienware is strengthening its QD-OLED offensive with three new additions to the family, expanding our lineup to five different QD-OLED models. Alienware is revamping the fan-favorite Alienware 34 Ultra-Wide QD-OLED Monitor, marking the…