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.
The UAE National Pavilion will participate in SOFEX 2024 in Jordan, showcasing advanced defence technologies from leading UAE companies. Supported by the Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council, the pavilion aims to foster international cooperation, form strategic partnerships, and highlight the UAE’s role as a regional hub for defence innovation and manufacturing.
Zain Jordan has introduced Fiber-to-the-Room (FTTR) technology, providing ultra-fast, reliable internet to every room in a household. This innovative solution, featuring invisible fiber optic cables, sets a new standard for home internet, reflecting Zain’s commitment to technological advancement and improving the digital lives of its customers.
The Jordan Economic Forum urged increased efforts to integrate digital technology across sectors to boost the national economy. Emphasizing the importance of digital capabilities and innovation, the forum called for investment in research, development, and digital skills to enhance operational efficiency and global competitiveness, advocating for collaboration between government and the private sector.
The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MoDEE) hosted the “Game Masters” roundtable at King Hussein Business Park to strengthen Jordan’s gaming industry. The event brought together developers, investors, and industry leaders to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and explore new opportunities, highlighting MoDEE’s commitment to supporting the growth of local gaming talent.
The UNESCO MIL Youth Hackathon highlighted the achievements of Jordan’s Youth Media Literacy Ambassadors Program (YMLAP), which won for its impactful community-based projects. This initiative empowers Jordanian youth to combat misinformation and promote media literacy, fostering a more informed and resilient society in the digital age.
The United Nations in Jordan is advancing digital literacy among youth to tackle the high unemployment rates and prepare them for the digital economy. Through programs like “Digital Skills for a Better Future” and “Me and My Mobile,” young Jordanians are gaining crucial skills for employment and personal development.
In Jordan, youths aged 15-24 make up 20% of the population, totaling 2.3 million. The Department of Statistics revealed a low economic participation rate and high internet usage among this group, emphasizing demographic distributions and technological engagements in recognition of International Youth Day.
Jordan’s “Jordan Source” programme, led by Minister Ahmad Hanandeh, promotes the country as a prime destination for tech investment, focusing on IT outsourcing, support services, and video game development. The initiative aims to attract global companies, create jobs, and enhance Jordan’s IT sector, with successful engagements in Singapore and global tech events.
Orange Jordan celebrated the one-year anniversary of its 5G services with a panel discussion at the Innovation Hub, featuring experts discussing the transformative impact of 5G on various sectors. The event emphasized the role of 5G in driving innovation and growth, aligning with Orange Jordan’s commitment to raising awareness and fostering technological advancements.
