Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egyptian edtech firm eYouth has expanded into Iraq, launching the country’s first Arabic-first digital learning platform in partnership with Al-Majal Group. The initiative targets labour-market-aligned skills, aims to strengthen workforce readiness, and will roll out nationwide in phases throughout 2026.
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.
1001 partners with Almentor to stream Arabic educational courses in Iraq, targeting diverse learner groups and complementing entertainment content with valuable learning experiences.
Jordan’s Institute of Public Administration (IPA) outlined its strategic plans focused on administrative modernisation, enhanced training, and improved governance. Recent reforms established a new Board of Trustees with full policy authority, and the IPA now serves around 20,000 trainees annually across multiple learning formats. A digital training platform set to launch next year will boost accessibility and efficiency.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has unveiled a major education reform plan, introducing smart classrooms and digital labs in government schools. The initiative includes advanced IT training programs and the creation of Pakistan’s first Nawaz Sharif IT City in Lahore, aimed at enhancing digital skills and economic growth.