IoT expansion Zain Sudan and regional affiliates are actively expanding IoT offerings, with recent IoT platform launches in 2026 and partnerships focused on integrated management. This signals a strong opportunity to position vertical IoT solutions, device connectivity packages, and managed IoT platforms to enterprises looking to optimize operations.

Data center collaboration Recent collaborations in data center development across Saudi Arabia and Bahrain indicate a regional push for cloud-enabled connectivity and hosting. This creates a sales opening for Zain to bundle enterprise cloud services, secure networking, and AI-driven routing with scalable connectivity for large organizations expanding into or diversifying across the Gulf.

Smart infrastructure Zain’s involvement in smart dam management and cloud-enabled operational communications highlights a readiness to sell digital infrastructure, secure comms, and AI-enabled monitoring solutions to government and utilities sectors seeking modernization and resilience.

ESG leadership MSCI ESG Leader recognition and strong CSR footprint position Zain as a trusted partner for sustainability-focused initiatives. This can be leveraged to win deals with public sector clients and impact-oriented enterprises seeking responsible telecom and technology suppliers.

Regional scale With significant growth in the Middle East and North Africa, a large regional operator base, and ongoing expansion into Saudi Arabia, there are cross-border selling opportunities for enterprise bundles, wholesale services, and managed network solutions that leverage Zain’s broad footprint and multi-market capabilities.