Author: Mahdeehassan

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, July 14th, 2025-/African Media Agency(AMA)/- When financial services group Absa began its ERP transformation journey more than a decade ago, the goal was ambitious: build a unified digital platform that could support operations across multiple African markets, streamline finance and procurement processes, and drive long-term business agility. But large-scale transformation is rarely linear. “The first phase of our transformation started in 2011, a few years after the Barclays acquisition,” says Annelie Hurter, Head: FC Technology Enablement and Finance Business Sponsor for the SAP rollout at Absa. “The goal was to move all African entities onto a single Barclays…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading multi-asset real estate developer and a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, is partnering with the Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) for the nationwide CSR initiative, Recycle Your Device. This impactful campaign, which will run until December, aims to raise national awareness around sustainability and a circular economy as outlined by Vision 2030 by encouraging the responsible recycling of electronic devices. Any donated device will be refurbished for donation and reuse. ROSHN Group will be supporting the campaign nationwide under its “YUHYEEK” CSR Program by promoting the initiative through a variety of activities both…

HUAWEI opened the doors to its first-ever Huawei Experience Store (HES) in Egypt, located on Level 1, Gate 5, Phase 1 of Citystars Mall, Nasr City. This flagship launch marks a major milestone for the brand’s retail presence in the country. The grand opening drew over 200 distinguished guests, including prominent media representatives, public figures, and leading social media personalities. A live music performance at the storefront attracted crowds of curious visitors, setting a celebratory tone for the occasion. Designed to offer a hands-on, immersive shopping experience, the Huawei Experience Store features the brand’s complete hardware ecosystem, from the latest…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (July, 2025) – The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) today announced the return of HONOR as the Official Smartphone Partner for the Esports World Cup 2025. After a successful collaboration at the inaugural EWC in 2024, HONOR’s renewed partnership will utilize HONOR’s AI-enabled technology to support elite mobile esports competition at the highest level. Last year, HONOR redefined mobile gaming at EWC, with the HONOR 200 series serving as the official tournament device. Athletes and creators leveraged its AI-enhanced performance for competitive play and real-time content capturing, while fans experienced HONOR’s innovation firsthand at branded lounges and interactive zones. This year,…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – July 2025 – As the city heats up, Blume invites guests to escape into a lush, design-led retreat where summer comes alive through flavour, fragrance, and flair. Inspired by the botanical beauty of Mediterranean gardens and the exotic indulgence of the Silk Road, the restaurant’s newly launched Summer Menu offers a refreshing take on warm-weather dining, light, vibrant, and luxuriously curated. Each dish on the Summer Menu has been carefully crafted to suit the season, cooling, craveable, and rich in detail. The menu features inventive mocktails that combine fresh fruits, floral essences, and creative twists to…

Ajman, UAE – Ajman University has secured a prestigious international grant from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) worth USD 410,300.00, in the inaugural cycle of the ICANN Grant Program. This competitive international award, secured through the dedicated efforts of Prof. Rao Naveed Bin Rais from the College of Engineering and Information Technology, will support the development of a groundbreaking system to archive and analyze global data related to the Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) — a vital cybersecurity protocol that safeguards the integrity of Internet infrastructure. The project aims to build a 24/7 operational platform that analyzes historical DNSSEC…

Dubai, UAE: Majid Developments has announced the official launch of Arlington Park, a new residential community located in the heart of Dubai Land Residence Complex (DLRC). Building on the success of its debut project, Mayfair Gardens in Jumeirah Garden City, this launch reinforces Majid Developments’ growing presence in Dubai’s dynamic real estate landscape. As Dubai’s property market continues to attract strong investor interest and meet rising demand from end-users, Majid Developments has positioned itself as a forward-thinking, design-led developer focused on delivering premium residential experiences. With a boutique approach, the company emphasizes high-value locations, contemporary architecture, and amenity-rich living environments that cater to both…

Dubai, UAE: Flywheel, the global leader in e-commerce intelligence and retail media technology, is expanding its footprint into the Middle East, building on the regional operations of OMG Transact. This strategic move brings Flywheel’s advanced AI platform and profitability-first commerce technology to one of the fastest-growing digital markets in the world. Flywheel powers digital commerce for over 4,500 global brands – from the largest CPGs to breakout challengers. Its Commerce Cloud integrates retail media, marketplace operations, and product intelligence into a unified platform. With near real-time data and AI automation, Flywheel helps brands optimize product visibility, media performance, and profitability across…

SBC Summit Tbilisi 2025 will return to Georgia’s capital on 15-16 October, bringing together 2,000 senior industry professionals and 40+ exhibitors to exchange expertise and discover the brands leading the way in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Co-hosted with SMH Global—a Georgia-founded company operating at the intersection of sports, sports media, and iGaming across Eurasia and beyond, and a longtime SBC partner in the region—the event will take place at the 5-star Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace. By bringing together key stakeholders in a regionally rooted setting, the event will open direct access to high-growth markets including Georgia, Kazakhstan, Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Armenia—territories…

Dubai: In alignment with the UAE’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy, Dubai Quality Group (DQG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Incorta, a global leader in operational data platforms, to promote a culture of digital transformation and data-driven innovation. This partnership marks a milestone and serves as a launchpad for transformative AI innovation across the UAE. By combining their strengths, both entities aim to drive the region toward a smarter, more data-empowered future. The MoU was signed in the presence of Ms. Samira Mohamed, Managing Director of DQG, and Mr. Maged Taher, EMEA General Manager at Incorta. This strategic collaboration reflects a joint commitment to advancing the UAE’s…