du has welcomed its second cohort of Emirati graduates into the Future X graduate trainee program, enhancing youth empowerment and digital skills in line with the UAE’s vision for a leading digital economy. The program focuses on areas like Artificial Intelligence and digitization, fostering a future-ready workforce.
Ooredoo Qatar successfully held its annual Customer Day on October 8, marking the third consecutive year of this initiative. Senior staff engaged with customer-facing teams to enhance customer-centricity and gather insights into service challenges. This effort reaffirms Ooredoo’s commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and operational excellence.
Orange Foundation Jordan partnered with DigiSkills to launch a coding academy program aimed at upskilling Jordanian university graduates in programming. This initiative is part of a larger effort to enhance digital skills and boost employability in the labor market.
Zain KSA has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Saudi Games for the 2024 edition, marking its commitment to promoting sports and empowering young athletes. This partnership aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, focusing on enhancing the Kingdom’s position as a global sports hub through innovation and collaboration.
Kuwait Telecommunications Company – stc sponsored the TEDxSafat Square event, themed “Growth: Embracing Endless Possibilities.” The event gathered over 100 participants and featured prominent speakers discussing digital transformation and entrepreneurship. This initiative aligns with stc’s CSR strategy to foster innovation and support the entrepreneurial spirit in Kuwait.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has initiated the registration of IP addresses and VPNs to ensure uninterrupted internet access for freelancers, businesses, and foreign embassies in Pakistan. This free registration aims to enhance connectivity, streamline internet usage, and mitigate cybersecurity threats while maintaining compliance with national regulations.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has resulted in over 1,640 deaths in Lebanon, including significant casualties among women and children. Vodafone Qatar is offering free calls to Lebanon to aid communication amidst the crisis. The assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has further escalated tensions.
Ooredoo has partnered with New Balance as the official footwear and apparel sponsor for the Doha Marathon by Ooredoo, starting with the 2025 edition. This three-year collaboration aims to enhance the marathon experience for over 15,000 participants and further promote fitness and community spirit in Qatar.
Zain celebrated the success of young coders at the Kuwait Codes graduation ceremony. The event highlighted students’ achievements in programming, AI, and digital skills, further empowering them to lead Kuwait’s tech future.
Saudi Arabia has launched the Tamkeen Initiative to empower tech professionals in micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The program provides necessary skills and resources, aligning with Vision 2030, and offers incentives for tech companies to hire local talent.
