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 Kuwait has extended its partnership with the Kuwait Codes initiative and CODED Academy to empower the next generation of digital leaders. The initiative aims to provide coding and technology skills to youth, helping them succeed in software development and programming, and preparing them for the evolving job market.
Eyouth has partnered with global education consultancy EDT&Partners in a US$6 million initiative to provide digital skills training to one million young people across Africa and the Middle East. This collaboration aims to empower youth with essential skills for thriving in the digital economy.
Orange Jordan sponsored the 7th Regional Annual Conference at the University of Jordan, focusing on digital transformation and the role of Generation Z in the industrial revolution. The event brought together experts to discuss sustainability, smart cities, and empowering future leaders. Orange reaffirms its commitment to education and innovation.
EdVentures and the Mastercard Foundation launched the EdTech Fellowship to support innovation and expand access to education in Egypt. The program has successfully impacted 147,200 learners, empowered youth and women, and created jobs. Eleven startups received equity-free investment to scale their operations and drive Egypt’s EdTech transformation.
Orange Jordan celebrated the graduation of over 120 students from its Coding Academy, part of a collaboration with Proparco. The initiative, aimed at empowering youth in four Jordanian governorates, enhances digital skills to meet job market needs. Proparco contributed €1 million to support the program and promote digital inclusion.
Krafters has partnered with IDEA to empower youth through sustainable entrepreneurship and livelihood development. The collaboration will offer specialized training in financial inclusion, digital marketing, and business development, with a focus on skills training for marginalized communities, including transgender individuals, to foster economic growth and inclusion.
Ericsson and AXIAN Telecom have signed an MoU to collaborate on digitally upskilling youth across Africa. The partnership will leverage Ericsson’s Educate program to provide education in key digital fields like AI, 5G, and IoT, empowering students with essential skills for the digital economy and fostering long-term growth.
Orange Jordan recently concluded its YO University Roadshow, promoting YO lines designed for youth. The initiative aimed to inform students about the benefits of YO lines while offering 40 scholarships to support education. The roadshow featured interactive activities and highlighted digital solutions, including 5G, high-speed internet, and Anghami+ access.
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.