Entrepreneurship
Many Refugees Struggle to Access Work
While Syrians that flee to Jordan or surrounding countries can take solace from having fled the horrors of war, difficulties in accessing labour markets or starting their own enterprise mean they have to subsist on aid.
Lebanon's Bold Plan to Force its Banks to Invest in Tech
In 2014, Lebanon took the step of requiring its banks to invest in its knowledge economy, sparking rapid growth in the tech sector. Now other regional governments are looking to emulate Circular 331–but should they be wary of unintended consequences?
A Road-Map for MENA Tech Policy Success
Progressive policies can help unlock the enormous potential of MENA’s tech entrepreneurs, writes Fadi Ghandour.