Tunisia's Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Anouar Maarouf, announced that UAE-based private equity firm Abraaj Group has acquired a 35 percent stake in Tunisie Telecom after Dubai Holding's Emirates International Telecommunications (EIT) sold its stake in the telecom operator.

Telecom Operators
STC joins Brightline Initiative to strengthen enterprise strategy
The Brightline Initiative announced that Saudi Telecom Company (STC) is joining the Brightline Initiative coalition to help advance the discipline of strategic initiative management and bridge gaps between enterprise strategy design and delivery.
du launches creative production “UpForIt” for UAE National Day
On the occasion of the 46th UAE National Day, du, part of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), launched a creative production entitled "UpForIt" as a tribute to all community segments who contribute to achieving and making the impossible possible in the UAE.
Huawei and Zain KSA sign agreement to develop human capital
In what is considered a positive step towards improving efficiency and promoting creativity at the workplace, Zain Saudi Arabia (Zain KSA), and Huawei signed a new agreement to further enhance and train the distinguished human resources at Zain Saudi Arabia.
Telcos play a major role in artificial intelligence revolution
Telecom operators play a major role in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution by providing the needed connectivity and infrastructure, including access between the different entities in the digital ecosystem to create a digital life platform, highlighted Khalifa Al Shamsi, Chief Strategy & Governance Officer, Etisalat Group.
Mobily gears up to grow online through cooperation with SOUQ.com
Mobily (Etihad Etisalat) is expanding its digital footprint in Saudi Arabia by announcing its cooperation with e-commerce platform SOUQ.com. Mobily customers can now purchase SIM cards, postpaid plans, data packs, SIM top-ups, mobile routers, Mobily devices and other products on SOUQ.com's website and app.
du University holds 6th graduation ceremony for 200 employees
During the sixth graduation ceremony since the launch of du University in 2015, 200 du employees graduated from the School of Leadership, Retail Sales and Service Academy and Enterprise Sales Academy, Contact Center Academy, Operational & Technical Learning and Learning Pathway at the recent event. The successful ceremony was held at the Hamdan University Auditorium.
Ericsson and Omantel conduct live 5G showcase in Muscat
Ericsson and Omantel, Oman's largest telecommunications provider, have successfully conducted a live 5G showcase at the Omantel Head Office in Muscat, Oman that displayed 5G capabilities in a real-world environment - including tests on speed, mobility, and latency.
Etisalat launches ‘Business First’ mobile plan for UAE SMBs
Etisalat announced the launch of a new mobile plan called Business First for the UAE Small and Medium Business (SMB) sector meeting the growing data and non-stop connectivity requirements of the segment, giving them the flexibility to conduct day-to-day business activities and contributing to their efficiency and productivity.
Etisalat UAE conducts first VoLTE call over Cat-M1 IoT network
Etisalat UAE announced its first VoLTE (Voice over LTE) call over Cat-M1 IoT network in the region setting the future roadmap to deploy advanced networks to meet demands for diversified mobile broadband and communication services for IoT.