Zain Iraq Expands Strategic Partnerships to Accelerate Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Digital Literacy Across Iraq

Baghdad, Iraq | August 2025: In a landmark move to drive inclusive digital transformation and empower the next generation of Iraqi talent, Zain Iraq has renewed and expanded a series of strategic Memorandums of Understanding with four leading institutions: The Station, Computiq, Makers of Baghdad, and the Irada Foundation through its Raqami platform.

These partnerships reflect Zain Iraq’s long-term commitment to developing a resilient, future-ready digital ecosystem by investing in education, entrepreneurship, and digital inclusion. The signing ceremonies were held at Zain Iraq’s headquarters in Baghdad, attended by senior representatives from each of the partner institutions.

Through its collaboration with The Station, Zain Iraq reaffirms its role in supporting a dynamic community of startups, creators, and changemakers. With Computiq, the focus is placed on delivering high-impact training in coding, software development, and emerging technologies, helping bridge the skills gap in the digital economy. The partnership with Makers of Baghdad continues to strengthen open, collaborative spaces where young innovators can grow through shared learning and creative problem-solving. Meanwhile, the renewed agreement with the Irada Foundation leverages the Raqami platform to expand digital literacy and ensure inclusive access to essential digital skills across all regions of Iraq.

Commenting on the significance of these renewed partnerships, Zain Iraq CEO Mr. Emre Gurkan stated:

“Today marks a pivotal moment in our ongoing journey to empower Iraq’s youth and advance digital transformation across the country.

Through our renewed partnerships with The Station, Computiq, Makers of Baghdad, and Irada’s Raqami platform, we are uniting forces with key players in entrepreneurship, technology, and digital inclusion.

Each of these organizations brings unique value from fostering startups and creative communities to equipping individuals with the technical skills and mindset needed to thrive in the future economy.

At Zain Iraq, we believe that such collaborations are investments in Iraq’s long-term prosperity, driven by innovation, inclusivity, and shared purpose.”

These agreements build on years of collaborative success and fall within Zain Iraq’s broader national strategy to strengthen entrepreneurial infrastructure, nurture a skilled digital workforce, and cultivate an inclusive environment where youth and communities can thrive.

By joining hands with these leading institutions, Zain Iraq continues to shape a digitally empowered Iraq, where innovation and opportunity drive sustainable progress and economic resilience.