Cairo - Egypt's Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) has introduced ITIDA Gigs, a new initiative aimed at enhancing the freelancing skills of young Egyptians. The program targets training 20,000 university students and recent graduates in various IT-related fields, including artificial intelligence, web development, and digital marketing.
Open to individuals aged 18 and above, ITIDA Gigs is designed to empower participants with the skills necessary for success in the freelance market. CEO Ahmed El-Zaher emphasized the initiative's role in supporting Egypt's digital economy and creating non-traditional job opportunities.
The program will consist of 20 training cohorts, each hosting 1,000 participants, and will cover essential topics such as freelancing fundamentals, marketing strategies, and project management. Participants will also have access to AI-powered tools for proposal feedback and will receive accredited certifications upon completion.
Mustafa Abd El-Latif, CEO of EYouth, the partner organization for this initiative, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, aiming to build a strong freelance community that enhances Egypt's position in the global market.