Egypt Launches “Digital Pioneers” Initiative Through Triple Cooperation Protocol
It is designed to prepare young talent across Egypt in fields such as artificial intelligence, data analysis, cybersecurity, software development, and related technology disciplines, while also developing personal, linguistic, leadership, freelancing, and entrepreneurial skills.
The Egyptian Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has signed a cooperation protocol with the Egyptian Military Academy and the Tahya Egypt Fund to implement the “Digital Pioneers” initiative, a presidential program aimed at training and empowering young Egyptians in digital skills. The signing took place on 18 November 2025 at the Military Academy headquarters in the New Administrative Capital.
The initiative offers fully funded training scholarships in collaboration with leading local and international technology companies, educational institutions, and specialized training organizations. It is designed to prepare young talent across Egypt in fields such as artificial intelligence, data analysis, cybersecurity, software development, and related technology disciplines, while also developing personal, linguistic, leadership, freelancing, and entrepreneurial skills.
The cooperation protocol was signed by Eng. Raafat Hindi, Deputy Minister of Communications and IT for Technological Infrastructure Development and Digital Transformation; Major General Mohamed Salah Al-Turki, Deputy Director of the Egyptian Military Academy; and Mr. Yamen Hamdi, Legal Advisor of the Tahya Egypt Fund. Funding for the initiative will be jointly provided by the Ministry and the Tahya Egypt Fund, with training facilities hosted at the Military Academy to ensure participants have comprehensive support throughout the program.
The initiative aims to train 30,095 students over three years across multiple programs, including intensive diplomas, specialized diplomas, professional master’s programs, and academic master’s programs. Participants will receive accredited certificates from both the Ministry and the Military Academy, with additional qualifications provided by international partner universities.
Minister of Communications and IT Dr. Amr Talaat emphasized that the program is open to all young people from various academic and professional backgrounds across Egypt, highlighting its role in building a digitally skilled workforce to support the country’s vision of a Digital Egypt.
The Tahya Egypt Fund, represented by Executive Director Tamer Abdel Fattah, highlighted its commitment to human capital development and sustainable growth, noting that the initiative equips youth with the skills needed to thrive in local and international job markets and participate in technological competitions.
The program provides a holistic training path combining technical, practical, and soft skills, along with opportunities for cultural, sporting, and social activities, creating a well-rounded environment for personal and professional development.
