Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Huawei deepens partnership with HEC to accelerate AI integration, digital infrastructure upgrades, and ICT talent development across Pakistan’s universities, marking over 15 years of collaboration.
Valu and RoboGarden Egypt collaborate to offer flexible payments for ‘Learn to Earn,’ a digital skills program empowering youth, women, and people with disabilities with job-ready tech skills.
1001 partners with Almentor to stream Arabic educational courses in Iraq, targeting diverse learner groups and complementing entertainment content with valuable learning experiences.
LUMS and Zhejiang Lanyu Digital Technology collaborate to enhance textile ink research, enabling applied innovation and supporting a major USD 200 million manufacturing project in Faisalabad.
Rabat Business School and AXA Services Maroc have signed a strategic agreement to deepen ties between academia and industry. The partnership includes internships, co-developing courses, corporate advisory roles, and continuing education, aiming to foster professional integration and innovation for Moroccan youth.
Morocco and Hong Kong’s Jungnong Group have launched a $22 million joint venture to modernize agriculture through water-efficient technologies and soil rehabilitation. The project includes training in precision farming and supports Morocco’s Green Generation strategy to create a climate-resilient farming model that can be expanded regionally.
Huawei has partnered with three leading Egyptian universities to integrate its AI courses into their curricula, offering over 25,000 students free, fully online access to foundational AI education through the Huawei Talent platform. The initiative aims to equip a new generation with essential digital skills and reflects collaboration with UNESCO to promote inclusive, technology-driven learning across Egypt.
Digital literacy is essential for Nepal’s socio-economic development, linking education, cybersecurity, and digital equity. Despite high internet access, literacy gaps hinder progress. Strategic government action, curriculum reform, and community involvement are critical to building a digitally skilled population ready for global challenges and opportunities.
Algeria introduced 40 new digital vocational training programs to address the skills gap and support the country’s digital transformation. Developed with educators and tech partners, the programs aim to enhance employability and innovation among Algerian youth.
Jazz, British Council, and Tech Valley have partnered to deliver inclusive digital education programs across Pakistan. The two-year collaboration focuses on teacher training, youth capacity building, and scalable ed-tech solutions targeting underserved communities.