Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Amr Talaat, witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry and Microsoft Egypt to support the country’s National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy for 2025–2030. The agreement focuses on enhancing AI capabilities among youth and government employees, while promoting the responsible and sustainable use of AI technologies.
The MoU was signed by Raafat Hindi, Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Digital Transformation, and Mirna Arif, General Manager of Microsoft Egypt, with senior officials from both parties in attendance. This marks a significant step in the ongoing partnership between the Ministry and Microsoft to develop AI applications across Egypt.
Minister Talaat emphasized that the MoU builds on a productive long-term relationship with Microsoft and aligns with Egypt’s national vision to accelerate AI adoption as a catalyst for socioeconomic growth and a knowledge-driven digital economy. The agreement supports key pillars of the National AI Strategy, including data governance, infrastructure, a supportive legal framework, and, importantly, human capital development.
“Collaborating with Microsoft enables us to enhance local AI talent and ensure the responsible deployment of AI technologies, drawing on international best practices,” Talaat stated. “This collaboration supports a comprehensive AI ecosystem that aligns with Egypt’s development goals.”
The MoU outlines a plan to train 100,000 individuals—including young professionals and IT staff across government ministries and digital transformation units—on AI technologies. The program will offer tailored learning paths, hands-on experience, and content developed by Microsoft.
In addition, the partnership provides technical consultations to help government bodies implement AI solutions that boost innovation, efficiency, and service delivery. The MoU also emphasizes responsible AI use, sharing global expertise in AI governance.
A key aspect of the agreement is the launch of a multi-stakeholder dialogue to explore regulatory frameworks for AI, promoting regional and international knowledge exchange on emerging standards and governance models.
Raafat Hindi stated that the partnership reflects the Ministry’s commitment to collaborating with global tech leaders to drive Egypt’s digital transformation. “It will empower local talent to create AI-based solutions that enhance public services while ensuring ethical and responsible tech use,” he said, emphasizing Egypt’s Responsible AI Charter.
Samer Abu Latif, President of Microsoft for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, affirmed Microsoft’s commitment to digital transformation through innovative technologies. “Responsible AI adoption and digital skills development are central to our mission,” he said, calling the MoU a strategic milestone in Egypt’s AI strategy, positioning the country as a leader in the digital economy.
Hoda Baraka, Advisor to the Minister for Technological Skill Development, described the MoU as a key step toward building future-ready talent. “Through this partnership, we aim to build skills aligned with global innovation trends and empower a generation capable of applying AI to real-world challenges,” she said, adding that the initiative could extend to other African countries in the future.
Mirna Arif, General Manager of Microsoft Egypt, concluded, “We are proud to deepen our collaboration with the Ministry. By training 100,000 youth and public sector employees, we not only strengthen Egypt’s digital workforce but also foster a culture of responsible AI use, laying the foundation for a sustainable, knowledge-based economy aligned with Egypt’s national goals.”
