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Egypt tightens digital grip with SIM cards for minors

The parliament is also considering new regulations that will control how minors use social media.
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31 Mar

SAP, Egypt partner to drive digital sovereignty

The delegations focused on cloud computing as the cornerstone of Egypt's efforts to enhance control over its national data, according to the ministry.
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Vodafone Egypt, TapTap expand digital finance reach

The new partnership is accelerating instant, wallet-based money transfers from over 30 countries, reflecting a major leap forward for Africa’s mobile-first financial ecosystem and diaspora-driven economies.
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Network accelerates Egypt’s digital payments shift

The successful launch comes within the third wave of the Central Bank of Egypt granting tokenisation licenses to select banks and is a key milestone for Egypt's digital payment ecosystem.
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Mercedes-Benz lands IoT licenses in Egypt

The Egyptian government believes that these IoT services will enable drivers to use upgraded navigation, real-time tracking, and emergency relief systems in a safe and efficient manner.
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18 Feb 2026

Visa unveils new North Africa sub-region

El Baba will oversee strategy, business development, and local market execution across three countries.
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13 Feb 2026

Egypt Innovate platform to connect start-ups with investors

Along with a network of over 20 specialist experts that serve as the foundation of an advising community, Egypt Innovate boasts over 81,000 registered users, including entrepreneurs, innovators, and ecosystem supporters.
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Egypt moves to rein in social media for minors

As the ITU warns that most African states still lack comprehensive child online protection strategies, Egypt’s move could signal a turning point for digital safety on the continent.
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29 Jan 2026

Egypt’s NowPay enters Saudi Arabia

Cairo-based fintech NowPay has entered Saudi Arabia through a $20 million joint venture with Tas’heel, marking a major milestone in its regional expansion.
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27 Jan 2026

Mogo, Geidea launch strategic fintech alliance

The partnership, according to both companies, facilitates an integrated payment ecosystem, enabling merchants to provide enhanced end-user experience.
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Egyptian president calls for online safety education

The president stressed that the state owes the youth the right to be aware of the dangers of misinformation, warning that without such efforts, they may fall prey to technological innovations.
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19 Jan 2026

Egypt, China seal $500m solar pact

The deal proposes the development of a 280,000-square-metre complex for the localised manufacturing of solar photovoltaic cells with a production capacity of five gigawatts.
 
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