Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The paper investigates digital technology adoption, skills distribution, and platform work in Egypt, offering critical insights for labor policies amid technological change.
Huawei and Saudi Arabia’s MCIT launched the Future Skills Center in Riyadh to boost digital skills in AI, 5G, and smart tech. The center builds on Huawei’s successful Future Space exhibition and supports Vision 2030 by fostering local talent and innovation.
Pakistan’s Ministry of IT held a meeting with the Commonwealth Secretariat and British Esports Federation to create a National Esports Policy and form a federation. The goal is to boost youth engagement, digital skills, and game commercialization, helping Pakistani developers break into global markets.
Orange Jordan sponsored job fairs at University of Jordan and Hashemite University, promoting career opportunities and the Orange Digital Center’s tech training. The initiative supports youth empowerment by bridging education and employment and fostering innovation.
Egypt’s Cybersecurity Academy enters its second year, offering free training to 5,000 young people across school, university, and graduate levels. Supported by national authorities and international tech companies, the program provides practical cybersecurity skills and accredited certification, aiming to enhance digital safety and career readiness nationwide.
General Assembly Bahrain and Advantari Digital Solutions have partnered to connect skilled graduates with industry opportunities, combining education and real-world experience to strengthen Bahrain’s digital talent pipeline. The partnership includes collaborative events and aims to foster innovation and growth in the tech sector.
Orange Jordan’s job fair links ODC programming graduates with tech companies, reinforcing its digital education and youth empowerment mission through direct hiring pathways and strategic partnerships.
Egypt’s NTI has launched new digital skills training tracks at seven regional Creativity Hubs, targeting university graduates and final-year students. The program includes technical training, soft skills, and freelance coaching to prepare youth for technology careers and freelance work, supporting Egypt’s digital innovation goals.
General Assembly Bahrain and Advantari Digital Solutions have partnered to connect skilled graduates with real-world consultancy projects, bridging Bahrain’s digital skills gap. Their joint efforts include training, career events, and industry engagement to foster a future-ready tech workforce.
Algeria plans to introduce 40 new digital vocational training specialties next academic year to support its National Digital Transformation Strategy. This initiative aims to train 500,000 ICT specialists by 2030, reduce brain drain by 40%, and align workforce skills with economic demands, reinforcing the country’s tech ecosystem and youth employability.