A new national online learning platform ‘Forastech’ will provide young people in Lebanon with access to affordable, subsidized and easily accessible digital skills learning endorsed by global tech giants.

The certificates granted by these industry leaders will not only amplify their skills, but also open doors to specialized employment opportunities.

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European Commission has published a report which says that Latvia’s achievements in the digital public services realm have advanced progress towards digital decade goals.

In terms of digitalisation of public services, Latvia is one of the leading member states. Latvia is proficient at acquiring and providing innovative digital public services.

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The United Nations Development Programme with the Ministry of Education and Science organized a conference on 27 October 2023 to discuss STEM needs of women in Kyrgyzstan.

The conference was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University in Bishkek, the discussions contributed in promoting gender equality and digital transformation in Kyrgyzstan.

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Kiribati, a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean, is undergoing a remarkable digital transformation.

This transformation is being driven by the introduction of Starlink satellite internet, a revolutionary technology that promises to connect even the most remote corners of the world.

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The Kenyan government plans to roll out its digital identification system in December 2023 after the testing period, which will take a couple of months.

The digital ID, which has been a major problem for a very long time, is now on testing mode for the next two months.

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Kazakhstan’s digital transformation has reached remarkable heights, marked by substantial advancements in its e-government initiatives.

This transformation gained significant momentum when President signed a law equating digital documents to physical ones. This monumental shift heralded a new era in Kazakhstan’s digital landscape, revolutionizing the accessibility of e-documents through the official e-government portal, eGov.kz. The eGov Mobile platform facilitated access to over 18 million services. with digital documents alone being used more than 7.5 million times.

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Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MODEE) signed an agreement with Leaders International, an NGO for economic development, to support Jordanian start-ups and entrepreneurs in the field of IT.

According to the Jordan News Agency, Petra, this new project is part of the “Youth, Tech, and Jobs” project which promotes lucrative opportunities in Jordan’s digital sector while expanding governmental digital services funded by the World Bank and UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

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The introduction of new digital entry form is part of a wider trend that aims to digitize the entry process at airports across the Caribbean.

According to Jamaica’s Director of Tourism not only the digital entry form will increase border security it will is also intended to significantly speed up border inspections. Instead of spending your precious vacation time standing in immigration lines, you can speed through immigration and customs controls when you arrive.

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The roadmap aims to make Ireland one of the most digitally inclusive states in the EU and ensure that everyone can use digital services meaningfully.

It combines existing initiatives and provides vital supplementary measures to improve digital skills, access, and infrastructure. The roadmap reflects the UN sustainable development goals’ ‘Leave No One Behind’ principle and aligns with the Public Service Transformation 2030 Strategy. The Minister thanked representative groups for their valuable contributions in preparing roadmap.

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In a landmark development for Iraq’s digital evolution, Prime Minister has officially inaugurated the National Data Center at the General Secretariat of the Cabinet.

Prime Minister also witnessed the operations of the unified electronic service window, known as the “Ur E-Portal,” which currently offers an impressive 299 services. He observed the intricacies of the digital transformation roadmap and explored the International Training Center’s functions. He reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to meeting all financial requirements and enacting supportive decisions and measures to facilitate a seamless digital transition.

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