Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Eyouth has partnered with EDT&Partners in a US$6 million initiative to equip one million youth in Africa and the Middle East with digital skills. The program will focus on areas such as AI, programming, data analysis, and digital marketing, leveraging Eyouth’s platform and EDT&Partners’ educational technologies.
Algeria and Oman have launched educational platforms ‘فضاء الأولياء’ and ‘تطبيق ولي الأمر’ to enhance communication between schools and parents. These platforms allow parents to track their children’s academic performance, access exam results, and monitor school activities, ensuring active involvement in their children’s educational progress for the 2024-2025 school year.
The Ministry of Education has launched the first phase of its digital fingerprint system for employee attendance, using facial recognition and GPS technology. This system simplifies attendance tracking, boosts transparency, and enhances efficiency. The second phase will extend the system to all employees, including school administrations.
Jazz has expanded its Digital Pakistan Fellowship Programme to LUMS, empowering students to lead conversations around technology and innovation. This initiative aims to inspire students to raise awareness about the transformative role of technology in Pakistan’s development and showcase the country’s potential on global platforms.
InnoTech, in partnership with bp Oman and the Ministry of Education, concluded the FabTech Mobile Lab programme, which toured schools and universities across Oman. The programme empowered over 10,000 students with hands-on experience in modern manufacturing technologies like 3D printing and laser cutting, fostering innovation and career development.
Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has launched the Digital Skills Working Group to enhance digital skills development across government entities. The group will focus on training programs, collaboration, and aligning efforts to create a robust digital skills ecosystem, supporting Qatar’s national digital transformation goals.
The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology in Oman has signed an agreement with the University of Technology and Applied Sciences to launch a Master of Science program in Digital Transformation and Innovation. This initiative aims to enhance the digital skills of future leaders and support government digital transformation efforts.
Egypt-based fintech Bokra has partnered with the Canadian International College to launch a USD 200,000 fund supporting aspiring student entrepreneurs. The initiative introduces Bokra Academy, which aims to bridge academia and industry by providing essential skills, certified courses, and access to employment or funding for entrepreneurial ventures.
Saudi Arabia launches the “One Million Saudi in AI” initiative, aiming to educate one million citizens about AI. Announced at the GAIN Summit 2024, this program focuses on integrating AI into business and daily life, promoting safe and ethical AI usage.
Google for Startups has launched the ‘AI Academy’ in Pakistan to foster Artificial Intelligence development across Asia-Pacific. This initiative, part of the Google Chromebook project, aims to establish Pakistan as a key AI hub through innovative partnerships and educational programs, including providing 1,000 scholarships to university students.