Pakistan is considering the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into its education system, with a focus on developing an AI curriculum from primary to university levels. Dr. Ishfaq Ahmad emphasized the need to prepare students with the necessary skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving global tech landscape.
Egypt is integrating AI and programming into the school curriculum to prepare students for a tech-driven future. AI tools are being used to enhance learning, personalize experiences, and foster collaboration, while teachers address concerns about its misuse. The initiative aims to modernize education and improve digital literacy in the country.
Bahrain’s parliamentary committee has backed a proposal to introduce AI and cybersecurity into the school curriculum. The initiative aims to equip students with essential skills for the digital era, aligning with the Ministry of Education’s strategy. Training programs and a dedicated syllabus will ensure these subjects are prioritized.
Code 213 has launched its third coding school in Algeria and is expanding across North and Sub-Saharan Africa. The platform provides cutting-edge digital skills training in areas such as software development, AI, and digital marketing, with an AI-driven learning model that offers personalized support, certifications, and job placement.
The American School of Bahrain (ASB) has become the first school in the GCC to receive the Responsible AI in Learning (RAIL) endorsement from the Middle States Association. This milestone highlights ASB’s leadership in AI literacy, ethics, and its commitment to preparing students and staff for the future of AI technology.
EDT&Partners and Eyouth are launching a $6 million initiative to train one million young people in the MENA region in key digital skills. The program, which will focus on AI, programming, and digital marketing, aims to bridge the digital skills gap and empower educators for a more competitive future.
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has launched a Master in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MAAI) degree aimed at developing AI practitioners. The program is designed for professionals, offering a mix of theory, practical projects, and industry experience to advance AI in government and industry, supporting the UAE’s AI strategy.
Huawei concluded its 2024-2025 ICT Competition in Riyadh, marking the 10th anniversary of its ICT Academy in the region. The event celebrated outstanding performances in Network, Cloud, Computing, and Innovation tracks, with teams from Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Pakistan taking top honors. The competition received broad regional support.
The American University in Dubai has launched a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (M.S.A.I.) program, designed to equip students with the skills needed to tackle AI challenges in sectors like healthcare, finance, and energy. This program reflects AUD’s commitment to driving AI innovation and economic progress across the region.
Egypt University of Informatics and SAP Egypt signed a partnership to enhance digital skills and AI education. This initiative incorporates SAP applications into curricula, offering hands-on training. Minister Amr Talaat highlighted Egypt’s progress in AI innovation, education reforms, and ICT growth, emphasizing AI’s transformative potential and the country’s commitment to responsible AI development.
