Google’s AI Opportunity Initiative in MENA aims to enhance AI skills and accessibility, backed by a $15 million investment through 2027. The initiative targets education, healthcare, and digital literacy, with a focus on underserved communities, predicting a $320 billion boost to the region’s economy by 2030.
01Edu has partnered with NextEra Egypt, leveraging a $41.2 million investment to reshape the education system focused on digital economy skills. This collaboration aims to develop a skills-based education model that prepares students for future careers while integrating advanced AI technologies, significantly enhancing Egypt’s educational landscape.
Orange Jordan has launched a new campaign, “Start Now and Don’t Wait, The Fastest Internet is Here,” to provide the fastest internet for enhanced online learning and entertainment. The initiative offers discounts and the chance for 100 customers to win free six-month subscriptions.
Orange Jordan’s “Start Now and Don’t Wait” campaign offers students and customers the fastest home internet services, featuring special deals on Fiber, 5G Home, ADSL, and 4G Internet. The campaign promotes seamless digital experiences, introducing cutting-edge technologies like Wi-Fi 6 and FTTR in Jordan.
Morocco has relaunched the e-TAMKEEN program on Academia Raqmya to train more civil servants and professionals in digital skills. The program, running from 2018 to 2023, has already trained 6,800 participants, supporting Morocco’s national digital strategy, Maroc Digital 2030.
Bahrain hosted the ITU Digital Skills Forum, with discussions led by key global telecommunications leaders on advancing digital skills to support digital transformation. The forum highlighted initiatives to bridge the digital skills gap and align with Bahrain’s Vision 2030, receiving international recognition for its strategic approach.
Aramco Digital and Accenture have partnered to enhance AI skills across Saudi Arabia’s workforce, aligning with Vision 2030 to transform the nation into a leading global hub for AI and digital innovation.
Huawei and UNESCO launch Phase II of their collaborative project to enhance digital learning in Brazil, Egypt, and Thailand, focusing on creating inclusive and resilient educational environments.
Saudi Arabia has launched the Digital Future Readiness Program, aiming to train 7,000 residents in generative AI. Led by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and Noon Education, the initiative seeks to strengthen the nation’s AI talent pool, supporting Saudi Arabia’s goal of becoming a global leader in AI innovation and education.
The Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, in partnership with the National e-Learning Center, has launched an AI training program for students, professionals, and enthusiasts. The program offers a comprehensive introduction to AI concepts and applications, with participants receiving a certificate upon completion. Registration is available at https://mcit.futurex.sa.
