Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain Kuwait and the Arab Open University signed an MoU to boost youth skills, innovation, research, and national talent development. The partnership includes training, internships, joint tech projects, CSR initiatives, and recruitment pathways, aligning academia with Kuwait’s digital transformation and future workforce needs.
SLASSCOM’s IT & BPM Exploration Day at the University of Vavuniya inspired over 500 Northern Region participants, connecting students and entrepreneurs with real-world tech opportunities. Supported by EY GDS and the Royal Norwegian Embassy, the event advanced Sri Lanka’s goal of inclusive digital growth.
Kuwait has launched the second edition of its Digital Skills Development Initiative with Google Cloud, targeting training in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity. The program supports “New Kuwait 2035” by boosting institutional efficiency, strengthening competitiveness, and positioning Kuwait as a regional technology hub.
ITIDA and NTI have trained over 3,100 graduates in their summer program, with 4,500 trainees currently enrolled and 3,000 more set to join next month. The initiative provides world-class digital training, ensuring quality content and delivery through site visits to prepare Egypt’s youth for future tech careers.
Orange Jordan successfully participated in the MENA ICT Forum 2024, showcasing its innovations in telecom and digital solutions. The company highlighted its commitment to supporting startups and entrepreneurs, while also winning the “Digital Skills Development” award for its community programs. Orange continues to lead in digital transformation and innovation.
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority has launched the Advanced Pathways Program in Artificial Intelligence, aimed at training 500 specialists over five weeks. The program focuses on key AI topics and will feature training from experts at DeepLearning.AI and Stanford University, enhancing national capabilities in AI.
Orange Foundation Jordan partnered with DigiSkills to launch a coding academy program aimed at upskilling Jordanian university graduates in programming. This initiative is part of a larger effort to enhance digital skills and boost employability in the labor market.
Crown Prince Hussein urged higher education institutions to focus on digital science and technology, improving market-relevant skills. He emphasized enhancing education quality, entrepreneurship, and aligning programs with labor market demands to create better opportunities for students and graduates.
The ITU Digital Skills Forum in Bahrain concluded successfully, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to leading digital skill development. The event gathered global experts to discuss digital transformation and skill enhancement, emphasizing Bahrain’s role in shaping an inclusive digital future.