Prime Minister Directs Acceleration of Remaining Stages of ”Knowledge City” to Boost Innovation and Digital Talent
Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, chaired a meeting to follow up on the executive status of the remaining phases of the "Knowledge City" project in the New Administrative Capital. The meeting aimed to review ways to maximize the benefit from its advanced infrastructure to develop the telecommunications sector, prepare qualified digital talent, and create high-value job opportunities, in the presence of Eng. Raafat Hindy, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, and Eng. Khaled Abbas, Chairman and Managing Director of the Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD).
An Integrated Environment to Attract Investments and Advance Technology
Eng. Raafat Hindy stressed that "Knowledge City" represents a pivotal project for the Ministry of Communications, serving as an integrated information community equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories. The city integrates specialized technical training, academic education, scientific research, and entrepreneurship, alongside hosting major local and international companies, creating an attractive environment for investment and driving synergy among various institutions.
Strategic Partnerships to Qualify Youth for Future Jobs
The Minister of Communications highlighted the Ministry's commitment to expanding partnerships with global and local technology companies to enhance digital skills, build specialized expertise, and empower youth for future jobs, while fostering research, development, and innovation in advanced technologies.
Key Landmarks and Components of Phase One
Phase One of Knowledge City encompasses a group of key technological and educational pillars, including:
Imhotep Center for Innovation and Development: Houses specialized labs in the Internet of Things (IoT), Industry 4.0, and the design and manufacturing of integrated circuits and embedded automotive systems.
Information Technology Institute (ITI) & National Telecommunication Institute (NTI): Offer advanced training programs in collaboration with major global corporations to boost the competitiveness of Egyptian talent regionally and internationally.
National Academy of Information Technology for Persons with Disabilities (NAID): A specialized center for assistive technologies aimed at empowering persons with disabilities socially and economically and preparing them for employment.
Egypt Informatics University (EIU): An academic institution established by the Ministry in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. It awards dual degrees through international partnerships and recently celebrated the graduation of new cohorts across its various faculties.