Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Kuwait’s Scientific Center has launched the “STEAM Bus,” a mobile lab with optics, energy, and movement stations offering interactive science learning. The initiative brings experiments directly to schools, encouraging curiosity and bridging classroom lessons with real-world applications.
Women in Bangladesh are underrepresented in STEM fields, comprising only 21% of the workforce in these sectors. Despite making up 42% of the overall workforce, efforts are needed to empower women through education, mentorship, and policy reforms to bridge the gender gap and contribute to sustainable economic growth.
Mawhiba has partnered with UNESCO to enhance STEM education for 6th to 12th-grade students in Arab countries. The initiative focuses on empowering Arab girls and young women, training science teachers, and creating a global platform for science fairs, aiming to tackle global challenges and promote sustainable development.
Women in Tech launched its Sri Lanka chapter, focusing on empowering women in STEAM. The event featured a panel discussion addressing issues like gender gap, work-life balance, and mentoring in the tech industry. The chapter joins a global network aiming to impact women’s role in technology and aligns with Sustainable Development Goals.
