Zain Jordan and the National Company for Employment and Training have signed an MoU to open a new ZINC branch in Aqaba. The initiative aims to support youth entrepreneurship through training, digital manufacturing, and technical education. This collaboration celebrates ZINC’s 10th anniversary and furthers economic development in Jordan’s southern governorates.
Orange Jordan showcased innovations and supported entrepreneurs at the MENA ICT Forum 2024, highlighting projects from the Orange Digital Centers. Key highlights included the “MARS-JO Rover,” a virtual hospital project, and startup initiatives like ARFL and SAVERBOT. The forum emphasized technological synergy and future ICT developments in the MENA region.
Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has announced a strategic partnership between the Digital Incubation Center and Startup Grind to enhance the technology startup ecosystem. This collaboration focuses on empowering Qatari entrepreneurs through mentorship, workshops, and networking, supporting Qatar’s digital transformation and global market access goals.
Kuwait Telecommunications Company – stc sponsored the TEDxSafat Square event, themed “Growth: Embracing Endless Possibilities.” The event gathered over 100 participants and featured prominent speakers discussing digital transformation and entrepreneurship. This initiative aligns with stc’s CSR strategy to foster innovation and support the entrepreneurial spirit in Kuwait.
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.
Orange Jordan’s 11th season of the BIG program, launched under Orange Digital Centers, is empowering entrepreneurs to establish their startups. Through interactive sessions with investment experts like Fahed Qteishat from Middle East Venture Partners, participants are learning essential skills for attracting investments and transitioning from ideation to practical implementation in Jordan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Zain has launched the latest edition of its Zain Great Idea (ZGI) startup accelerator program in partnership with Rasameel Investment Company. The program, now in its 14th year, aims to foster growth and investment opportunities for tech startups in Kuwait, with a focus on fintech, digital innovations, and e-services.
