This article showcases our top picks for the best Arab World based Telecommunications companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Telecommunications industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
Top Arab World Telecommunications Startups
Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.
Zain Group
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Zain Group is a mobile and data services operator in Middle East and Africa.
Channel VAS
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The premium Fintech provider of Mobile Financial Services, Airtime Credit & Airtime Advance Services, Handset Loans and Big Data Analytics
Telecom Egypt
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Telecom Egypt is one of the oldest and largest telecommunications companies in Egypt and the Middle East.
Africell Holding
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One of the fastest-growing mobile telecommunications operators in Africa.
Rewaa | رواء
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Rewaa is an omnichannel inventory management system and a POS that integrate with marketplaces, shopping carts, and other retail services.
Tygo
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Tygo is the telecommunications services and marketing platform.
Raseedi
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Raseedi is the first daily fintech App for underbanked masses.
Eiosoft Technologies
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Eiosoft Technologies provides a range of services including voice, messaging, data, fixed communications and ICT managed services
Saferoad Information Technology Co. LTD
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Telematics provider,Fleet Management solutions, GPS tracking
Galactech Studio
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Galactech is a gaming startup building gaming Super App for users allowing them to access multiple gaming services at the same time.
Wemax
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Wemax is a UAE based company with main business activity of developing and selling sustainable energy solutions
du
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Du is a telecom operator that offers its users with mobile and fixed telephones, broadband connectivity, and IPTV services.
Smart Controls Systems
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SMART Controls Systems is an IT & Telecom services provider specialized in digital signage, CCTV, access control, BMS, and ERP.
Etisalat
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Etisalat provides telecommunications and media services, and other related equipment in the United Arab Emirates and internationally.
Saudi Telecom Company
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Saudi Telecom Company is a telecommunications service provider.
SaNoor
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SaNoor provides next generation tunable smart laser technology for multiple lighting applications.
TRA UAE
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Batelco
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Batelco (Bahrain Telecommunications Company) the leading digital solutions provider.
Maqsam
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Maqsam is MENA’s friendliest cloud communication suite for SMBs and Enterprises.
i engineering Group
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i engineering Group provides end-to-end engineering infrastructure solutions to the telecommunications and power industries across Africa.
Delta Partners Capital Limited
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Delta Partners is a Private Equity arm focuses on the telecoms, and provide funding to fund companies’ growth in emerging markets.
Elag
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Elag is an innovative electronic medical service that facilitates all procedures, treatment services, & reservations for patients.
ZIWO
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B2B SAAS cloud business telephony and contact center for the Emerging Markets. API based, cloud agnostic with tons of integrations.
TPAY Mobile
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TPAY Mobile is an open mobile payment platform that connects consumers, businesses, and mobile operators for operators billing.
National Air Services
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National Air Services Company (NAS Holding) consists of NasJet the Private Aviation Service Provider, flynas the 1st Budget carrier in KSA.
Ooredoo Group
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Ooredoo delivers mobile, fixed, broadband internet, and corporate managed services to consumers and businesses
Omantel
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Omantel is the first telecommunications company in Oman and is the primary provider of internet services in the country.
Mobily
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Mobily (Etihad Etisalat), is the second mobile network operator in Saudi Arabia.
Fortbel Telecom FZCO
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Fortbel Telecom is a wholesale phone distributor that aims to reduce the hassle of bulk ordering.
NXN Group
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NXN Group is a a leading provider of end-to-end smart digital services for digital transformation in the smart cities sector.
Audiogram
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Audiogram is a platform that allows you to customize and enjoy audio content from world-class publishers every time you make a call.
Almuftah Group Qatar
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Almuftah Group is one of Qatar’s esteemed multi-service business groups.
Kalaam Telecom
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Kalaam Telecom is the first, alternative and fully-licensed telecommunications provider.
Asia-Cell Telecommunications Company
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Asia-Cell Telecommunications Company is a provider of mobile telecommunications services in Iraq.
Tunisie Télécom
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Tunisie Télécom is a telecom services operator in Tunisia.
Smartworld
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Smartworld is a Smart Solutions Integrator that works closely with Government agencies, Telecommunication Operators
Korek Telecom
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Korek Telecom operates as a mobile operator in Iraq, offering a comprehensive range of wireless communications services.
Etihad Etisalat Co.
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Etisalat Group is an emerging market telecom group, the current market cap is AED 148 billion and consolidated net revenue is 52.4 billion.
Essentially Precise SMS
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Essentially Precise SMS is a Mobile Messaging & Digital Marketing Agency.
Workz
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Workz offer highly efficient full service telecoms solutions for mobile network operators.
Thuraya Telecommunications
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Thuraya is a leading mobile satellite communications company that empowers people with tools to bring the organizations.
Channel IT
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Channel IT is an independent distributor of Mobile Network Infrastructure and has enabled Mobile Operators.
Invigo
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Invigo was founded by an experienced management and engineering team with a dedication to design.
Intigral
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Intigral is a leading provider of IP video products and billing services in the MENA region.
Umniah Mobile
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The fastest growing telecom operator in Jordan in record time.
Yahclick
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YahClick is a high performance satellite broadband service.
Antwerp Technologies
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Antwerp Technologies provides SMS aggregation and enterprise solutions.
Gulf Bridge International
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GBI is a global cloud, connectivity, and content enabler that operates a service network.
Sahara Net
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Sahara Net is an Information and Communications Technology company providing connectivity, cloud & cyber security solutions.
Ooredoo Qatar
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Ooredoo Qatar is a Telecommunications Industry.
Axiom Telecom
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Axiom Telecom is an online store that provides mobile phones, tablets, memory cards, cables, cameras, gadgets and accessories.
Ooredoo Tunisie
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Ooredoo is a telecommunication provider and provide innovative and quality services.
Qanawat
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Qanawat is a digital solutions firm specializing in VAS, mobile financial services, artificial intelligence and applications.
EarthLink
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EarthLink offers a wide range of IT services including co-location, cloud computing, networking, and software development.
Stratign FZE
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Holds globe in Communication Interception, Signal Processing Systems, Communication Jamming and Communication Security Systems
Djezzy
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Djezzy is a telecom operator that provides wireless communication services in Algeria and internationally.
Ooredoo Oman
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Ooredoo is an Oman-based telecommunications company.
Sudatel Telecom Group
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Sudatel Telecom Group (STG) is one of the leading telecom companies in the region, serving the needs of customers in Sudan and Africa.
Specialized Technical Services
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STS is an IT Services firm that focuses on offering cloud solutions, computing, cybersecurity, networking and security management services.
inwi
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inwi is the global telecommunications operator, It operates in the fixed telephony, internet and mobile segments.
TE data
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TE Data is Egypt’s largest IP based data communications carrier with a national network and a regional vision.
NorthTelecom
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NorthTelecom is a leading global satellite service company provides provisioning satellite communications and ICT service.
Wadi Degla Holding
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Wadi Degla Holding is a multi-business conglomerate that provides real estate, telecom, and sports operation services.
Nesma Telecom & Technology
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Nesma Telecom & Technology specializes in the field of communications technology, power systems, and energy Infrastructures.
Mada
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Mada provides reliable telecommunication, internet, and IP TV service for both individuals and companies.
Wataniya Telecom Algerie
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Wataniya Telecom Algerie is a Communications Infrastructure company.
Specialized by stc
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Specialized by STC provides vital communications services, the business sector, government, industrial & commercial sectors.
Expresso Telecom
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Expresso Telecom is a African telecommunications and information services company – an African brand for the people of Africa.
Orange Egypt
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Orange is a mobile telecom operator serving in Egypt.
CBI
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CBI is an IT services company that deploys value-added solutions in telecoms, security, systems, software, and editing.
Saudi Post
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Saudi Post is a commercial and government digitalization that provides logistical, postal, courier and supply chain management services.
BAUD Telecom Company
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BAUD Telecom Company is the kindom’s leading provider of integrated solutions.
IPT PowerTech
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IPT PowerTech Group delivers specialized solutions to the power, industrial and telecom sectors in the Middle East, Africa
DCBEgypt
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DCBEgypt operates as a direct carrier billing service provider.
Raya CX
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Raya Customer Experience is a business process outsourcing service provider company.
TA Telecom
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TA telecom is an African mobile technology and software company that builds mobile content platforms and analytic tools.
AFAQY
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AFAQY is an IT company that develops IoT, software solutions, GPS tracking & CCTV solutions for the transportation & logistics industries.
Somcable
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Somcable is an established telecommunication company serving both domestic and international customers.
Awasr
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Awasr is a telecommunication firm that delivers optic-fibre based broadband internet services to households and businesses.
Equinox International
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Equinox is the provider of technology infrastructure services in the MEA region.
Pharma Pharmaceutical Industries
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Pharma Group is a group of pharmaceutical companies specialized in providing services to local and global clients.
B. Online
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B. Online (formerly Gulfnet) is a major supplier of information and communication technology (ICT).
Hotline Mobile Phones L.L.C
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HOTLINE MOBILE PHONE LLC, A Leading Online Mobile Phones Shopping Store Dubai & Sharjah, UAE.
One Tech Group
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One Tech Group works on the international market and specializes in the cable industry, electronics, and telecommunications.
Investcom
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Investcom provides mobile telecommunications services with operations in Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
stc Bahrain
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stc Bahrain is a telecommunications service provider company.
Ideatolife
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IdeatoLife is a hands-on technical and business partner that establishes and develops companies in digital technology.
Norconsult Telematics
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Norconsult Telematics is an independent, privately-owned services company operating primarily in telecommunication and defense.
Jawwy
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Jawwy is a digital mobile product that allows to build, manage, and share mobile plans in real-time.
Disway
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Disway specializes in the wholesale distribution of hardware, software, and telecom in Morocco.
VIVA Bahrain
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VIVA Bahrain is a telecommunications company providing commercial integrated telecommunications services.
ETIHAD ATHEEB TELECOMMUNICAT
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Etihad Atheeb Telecommunicat is a the key Brand of Etihad Atheeb Telecom Company.
DVCOM Technology
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IT Solutions Company, Telephony Networking in UAE
Alkan CIT
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Alkan CIT is a telecommunication System Integrator and Solution Providing firm dealing in satellite connectivity & engineering services.
Integration Objects
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Integration Objects is a system integrator specializes in manufacturing intelligence, industrial automation and cyber-security.
Sodetel
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Sodetel is a leading Internet and Telecom service provider.
Startappz
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Startappz is a specialized house of expertise for smart technologies that partners with leading telecom, government and banks.