Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain has partnered with KAFO to support the Sustainability Track, offering Kuwaiti youth a platform to innovate and collaborate on environmental and social solutions. Running through 2025–2026, the initiative will feature events and projects that foster creativity, empower young leaders, and strengthen Kuwait’s sustainability agenda.
talabat Egypt, in partnership with ITI, has completed its “Up-skilling Program,” training 50 students and graduates in data and software engineering. The initiative focused on bridging academic learning with market demands, equipping participants with hands-on skills, mentorship, and professional readiness to drive Egypt’s digital transformation.
Orange Jordan and its partners continue to make impactful strides in digital skill development, empowering Jordanian youth through robust training and real employment opportunities. This milestone highlights the growing ecosystem supporting innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth in Jordan.
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.