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Orange Jordan, in the presence of Samira Zoubi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, representing Minister Eng. Sami Smeirat, celebrated the graduation of the fifth cohort from its Coding Academy in Amman. This cohort is the first under the Digital Skills & Employment Grant Program, funded by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship as part of the Youth, Technology, and Jobs Project, implemented by DigiSkills Association. The program aims to equip young Jordanian talent with advanced digital skills for the job market.

During the ceremony, 51 students specializing in software development graduated. The five-month program, conducted by Orange’s Coding Academy under the Orange Digital Centers umbrella, included 640 hours of intensive training, with 100 hours dedicated to advanced employability skills and English language development. The training covered key programming languages and web development technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, ReactJS, and Laravel.

In the fifth month, participants underwent practical training at specialized IT companies and other sectors, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world work environments. This experience enhanced their digital skills, increased job readiness, and boosted employment opportunities, leading to a 100% graduation rate.

Approximately 40% of graduates secured jobs before completing the program, with expectations that this figure will reach 85% in the coming months. Some graduates are also considering entrepreneurial ventures.

The graduation event was attended by prominent figures from both public and private sectors, along with representatives from leading tech companies in Jordan.

Government & Industry Leaders Praise Digital Training Initiatives

Minister Eng. Sami Smeirat emphasized the importance of digital skills in adapting to future job market demands, highlighting the ministry’s commitment to investing in digital talent. He stressed the need for expanding digital training programs based on real market needs to ensure Jordanian youth are well-equipped for local and global job opportunities.

Orange Jordan CEO, Eng. Philippe Mansour, expressed pride in the achievements of the Coding Academy, which has been providing intensive technical and soft skills training for the past five years. He noted that over 80% of graduates successfully secured jobs, proving the program’s effectiveness in developing highly skilled professionals for Jordan’s job market.

Mansour also praised the strategic partnership with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, the Youth, Technology, and Jobs Project, and DigiSkills Association, emphasizing their role in empowering Jordanian youth with the knowledge needed to thrive in the digital sector.

DigiSkills Board Member and Treasurer, Maher Al-Khayyat, highlighted the successful collaboration between DigiSkills and Orange Jordan, stating that the program represents their shared commitment to building a brighter digital future and providing real career opportunities for young Jordanians.

Since its launch, Orange’s Coding Academy—operating under the Orange Digital Centers—has trained over 1,550 young men and women across Jordan, preparing them to become leaders in the digital economy.