Orange Egypt, Huawei introduce SD-WAN services for better internet experience

According to the statement, this collaboration will enable seamless network management, dynamic path selection, and improved performance while bolstering security and enhancing user experiences across geographically dispersed offices. Additionally, it will support remote workforces and promote business continuity.

This initiative aligns with Orange's strategy to expand its range of WAN services in Egypt, adhering to all regulations and standards for SD-WAN deployment across various sectors.

“The new partnership between Orange and Huawei to provide Orange SD-WAN solutions builds on the current long-standing collaboration between the two companies. Orange has supported numerous governmental entities and local and international companies in their digital transformation journeys. We aim to optimize the utilization and management of Network/IT resources, further solidifying our position as a leader in advanced technology services in the Egyptian market,” said Orange’s chief business officer, Hesham Mahran. 

Huawei Egypt key account executive Mohamed Youssef added, “This launch of SD-WAN services is a testament to our successful collaboration over the past 20 years in Egypt. With Huawei’s SD-WAN, we intend to revolutionize Orange's digital transformation efforts by leveraging our latest technologies and global expertise, significantly supporting WAN connectivity growth opportunities in Egypt.”

Egypt has a clear strategy to accelerate the digital transformation process across the country per Vision 2030. According to Minister of Communications and Information Technology Amr Talaat, the contribution of the information and communications technology (ICT) sector to Egypt’s GDP increased from 3.2 percent in FY 2017/2018 to 5.8 percent in FY 023/2024.