Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
GITEX Global will rebrand as TechCation 2026, moving to Expo City Dubai and merging innovation with lifestyle. The December event aligns with Dubai’s D33 vision, featuring AI-driven industries, the GITEX Scale Summit, and collaborations that reinforce the UAE’s role as a global hub for technology and investment.
Egypt’s MCIT and HP have signed a two-year agreement to implement the HP Innovation and Digital Education Academy across all WE Applied Technology Schools. The partnership will train educators in digital learning, promote design thinking, and strengthen Egypt’s leadership in technology-driven education.
Morocco’s INPT and Al Mada Foundation launched a pioneering Master’s in Data and AI featuring a paid work-study model. The program blends academic and corporate experience to train data-driven professionals ready to lead the country’s digital transformation.
The University of Continuing Formation (UFC) launched Algeria’s National Week for Digital Education, showcasing advances in online learning, faculty training, and digital platforms. With over 683 online lessons, 68 platforms, and a new partnership granting access to 12,000 digital books, UFC is cementing its role as a leader in digital transformation.
The University of Continuing Formation launched Algeria’s National Week for Digital Education, showcasing achievements in online learning, digital platforms, and academic partnerships. With 800 trained professors, 683 online lessons, and a new agreement granting access to 12,000 digital books, UFC strengthens its role as a leader in higher education innovation and community service.
EdVentures has invested in LRNOVA, backing its AI-powered platform that digitises curricula into interactive learning content with Arabic and cultural localisation. The deal positions LRNOVA for Gulf expansion and reflects a shift toward applied AI in MENA edtech, with institutional adoption as the key growth lever.
Qatar Foundation’s WISE has launched a new Edtech Accelerator cohort, selecting eight startups from over 300 applicants. The ventures span regions from MENA to Africa and Latin America, offering bold solutions in tutoring, coding, AI-driven learning, and digital credentials, reflecting Qatar’s commitment to education innovation and global impact.
Bangladesh’s EdTech industry is booming with 416 startups driving innovation in exam prep, career readiness, VR classrooms, and AI learning. Platforms like 10 Minute School, Shikho, Ostad, and Nerdiz are transforming education while global apps complement local efforts, fostering skills and digital opportunities nationwide.
South Korea and Egypt are expanding education cooperation through a $15 million digital project across 54 schools, focusing on ICT curricula, teacher training, and infrastructure. Alongside this, Korean language demand is rising in Egypt, with new institutes and plans for integration into the national curriculum.
South Korea has launched a $15 million project to modernize Egypt’s education system, covering 54 schools nationwide. Starting in 2027, the initiative will enhance ICT integration, teacher training, and infrastructure upgrades, aligning with AU Agenda 2063 goals and positioning Egypt as a potential hub for digital education in Africa.