The Middle East and North Africa’s mobile economy is projected to reach €421 billion by 2030, but a new industry report highlights a persistent problem: economic growth is accelerating, yet millions of people still are not benefiting from the digital economy. GSMA’s Mobile Economy MENA 2026 report, released on the opening day of MWC26 Doha, revealed that mobile technologies and services generated an estimated €340 billion in economic value in 2025, supporting 2.2 million jobs and contributing around €35.8 billion to public finances. Meanwhile, 48% of MENA’s population used mobile internet last year, while 49% remained offline despite living in areas covered by mobile networks.
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