Vodacom Group has partnered with AWS, Microsoft, and Skillsoft to launch a Digital Skills Hub, aiming to upskill 1 million young Africans by 2027. The hub will provide self-paced digital training to youth across eight countries, addressing Africa’s digital skills gap and preparing the next generation for the workforce.
The Special Technology Zones Authority (STZA) and Telenor Pakistan have signed an MoU to drive innovation, digital inclusion, and youth empowerment across Pakistan. The partnership will support local tech companies, promote emerging technologies, and offer youth development initiatives such as hackathons, strengthening Pakistan’s position in the global digital landscape.
STZA and Telenor Pakistan have signed an MoU to drive innovation, empower youth, and strengthen Pakistan’s digital ecosystem. The partnership will foster youth development through initiatives like innovation challenges, while supporting emerging technologies and local startups, positioning Pakistan as a key technology hub in the region.
Orange Jordan sponsored three editions of the Model United Nations to engage over 700 students in learning about global issues and the UN’s role. The event emphasized student empowerment, skill-building, and leadership, supporting the development of a new generation ready to tackle the world’s challenges and contribute to sustainable progress.
Misk City has partnered with Samsung Electronics to collaborate on smart city technology, sustainability, and youth empowerment. The MoU, signed at the Misk Global Forum, focuses on creating an innovative environment, developing training programs for Saudi youth, and possibly establishing a Samsung showroom in Misk City to showcase AI-powered technologies.
Orange Jordan has inaugurated the Orange Innovation Lab at Mutah University, enhancing its digital program network across the Kingdom. This initiative aims to empower youth by bridging academic knowledge with market demands, offering students the tools and resources to develop entrepreneurial ideas and digital skills, fostering innovation and career growth.
Ooredoo Kuwait participated in the “Watheefti” Career Fair, emphasizing its commitment to empowering local youth through job opportunities and professional development. The company is also collaborating with leading institutions to enhance leadership skills in the telecommunications sector, aligning with Kuwait’s vision for a technology-driven future.
Juhayna Food Industries has partnered with RoboGarden Egypt to enhance youth training during the ‘She Can’ Summit. The collaboration, through the ‘Learn to Earn’ program, aims to empower graduates by providing programming certification opportunities, addressing the skills gap in the job market, and boosting economic growth.
Morocco has launched the Tech Trades Complex as part of its ‘Digital Morocco 2030’ strategy, providing specialized training in tech careers for young Moroccans. The initiative aims to boost the country’s digital workforce and advance the local tech industry.
Orange Foundation Jordan partnered with DigiSkills to launch a coding academy program aimed at upskilling Jordanian university graduates in programming. This initiative is part of a larger effort to enhance digital skills and boost employability in the labor market.
