Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Southern Technical University, in partnership with Smart Cloud Group, has opened an IT and AI training lab to enhance digital skills, align education with labor market needs, and support Iraq’s innovation-driven development.
Bangladeshi schools are rethinking teaching as AI tools like ChatGPT reshape classrooms. Educators see both risks to academic honesty and opportunities for innovation, adopting hybrid approaches that emphasise critical thinking, teacher training, and ethical guidelines to balance AI’s benefits with authentic learning.
Saudi Arabia will introduce an AI curriculum to over six million public school students in 2025–2026, aligning with Vision 2030 goals to build a knowledge-based society. The program, supported by SDAIA, includes global training, ethical AI guidelines, scholarships, and academies to prepare a future generation of AI leaders.
Huawei has awarded scholarships to Sri Lankan students from six universities to study advanced technologies. Officials say the program offers global-level training, cultural exchange, and a pathway for youth to contribute to Sri Lanka’s innovation and development.
Saudi Arabia expands its innovative technology high school program with five new campuses, merging national curriculum and specialized tech training to develop future-ready digital talent.
Agility’s 2025 CSR plan reinforces its dedication to inclusive development, youth empowerment, and sustainable impact, spanning education, health, tech, and social welfare initiatives across Kuwait.
Orange Jordan has partnered with the Applied Science University to supply modern computing equipment for the university’s central laboratories. This initiative supports the university’s updated curricula and enhances students’ digital and research capabilities. The collaboration aligns with Orange Jordan’s commitment to advancing digital education and youth empowerment in Jordan.
Orange Jordan has partnered with the Applied Science University to supply modern computing equipment for the university’s central computer labs. This collaboration aligns with both organizations’ goals of enhancing digital education and research capabilities, supporting Jordanian students with advanced tools to engage in academic and entrepreneurial activities.
This study compares online and offline learning for Bangladeshi engineering students using the Best Worst Method (BWM). It highlights the strengths of online learning in terms of cost and flexibility, while offline learning excels in hands-on practicality and structure. The study provides insights for blended learning strategies in Bangladesh.
Tunisia has launched a blockchain-based system to verify educational credentials, combat fake diplomas, and streamline the verification process. This move is part of a broader regional initiative to enhance academic integrity. The system’s success in Tunisia could inspire other nations to adopt similar solutions to address diploma fraud.