Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Orange Jordan sponsored job fairs at University of Jordan and Hashemite University, promoting career opportunities and the Orange Digital Center’s tech training. The initiative supports youth empowerment by bridging education and employment and fostering innovation.
Zain Bahrain sponsors ‘Youth City 2030’ for the fourth year, providing free Wi-Fi to empower youth development and support Bahrain’s digital future.
Zain has launched the second cohort of Kuwait Codes 2025, expanding its digital skills training to over 300 high school students with new tracks in Cybersecurity and Python with AI. The program aims to train 1,000 students this year, supporting Zain’s commitment to youth empowerment and preparing national talents for a digital future.
Orange Jordan sponsored ICIT 2025, highlighting its role in advancing Jordan’s digital economy through youth empowerment and innovation. The conference fostered dialogue on emerging technologies, while Orange Jordan showcased initiatives like the Orange Digital Center and hackathons to prepare youth for the future of work. This engagement supports national goals for a tech-driven, inclusive society.
stc Bahrain’s ‘EMERGE’ internship program offers Bahraini youth comprehensive training and professional development to bridge academic learning and practical workplace experience. Through university partnerships and specialized workshops, the initiative supports skill-building aligned with the evolving telecom and technology sectors, reinforcing stc Bahrain’s role in community development and youth empowerment.
Oman’s freelance digital sector is growing rapidly, supported by government initiatives that empower youth and promote online entrepreneurship. Key programs like the “Freelance License Record” and “Ma’roof Oman” platform facilitate legal, low-cost e-commerce with broad market access. The National E-Commerce Plan and IT skill-building efforts further enhance freelancers’ abilities, encouraging innovation and economic diversification. This sector provides young Omanis with flexible income opportunities and fosters entrepreneurial growth.
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.
Egypt renews its partnership with Arish University and ITIDA to enhance ICT skills for 7,200 youth in North Sinai over three years. The program emphasizes freelancing, entrepreneurship, internships, and sustainable local training to boost employment opportunities without relocation.
Egypt’s “Digilians” initiative, launching in September 2025, will train youth across disciplines with fully funded digital education, mentorship, and business support, aiming to boost Egypt’s digital workforce and support the country’s long-term development goals.
Experts at a conference emphasized expanding rural digital health infrastructure and empowering youth to transform Bangladesh’s healthcare. Challenges include limited infrastructure, skill gaps, fragmented platforms, and digital divides. Culturally tailored, integrated digital health solutions are vital for achieving universal, accessible healthcare nationwide.