1 Digital Transformation
The
ICT 2030 strategycontributes to achieving the objectives of Egypt's Vision 2030, through building
Digital Egypt. These objectives entail developing the ICT infrastructure; fostering digital inclusion; achieving the transition to a knowledge-based economy; building capacities and encouraging innovation; fighting corruption; ensuring cybersecurity; and promoting Egypt's position at the regional and international levels.
2 Digital Skills and Jobs
Egypt offers an abundance of multilingual talent at a competitive cost. The local skilled workforce, low costs and government support, and large domestic market are key advantages of the ICT sector in the country. ITIDA launched multiple programs to develop learners’ tech/pro capacities and qualify them for the IT market. For example: Learn to Go Offshoring, Future Work is Digital(FwD 2.0) ,
German Training Initiative in Upper Egypt cities, Summer Training and
Internships,
Next Technology Leaders (NTL, Fiber Optics Training, etc.
3 Digital Innovation
For the IT industry to thrive, the Government of Egypt seeks to promote R&D, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center(TIEC) aims to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in the local industry and ensure both people and businesses benefit from technology.
GoE always strives to create an environment conducive to thriving investments. Income and corporate taxes as well custom duties are being reduced dramatically. The Government passed several laws paving the road for investors in the ICT industry. Egypt maintains significant stability and economic flexibility. The country is growing stronger and becoming more resilient after economic reforms began in earnest in 2016. Implemented regulatory reforms include:
New custom, cybersecurity, digital signature, and data protection law in 2020.