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10/8/25, 9:05 AM UAE launches Entrepreneurship Programme to train 10,000 Emiratis through DIFC’s Ignyte platform - Arabian Business: Latest Ne…

The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism, in collaboration with the New

Economy Academy and Ignyte
developed digital startup and SME ecosystem, has launched a major new

initiative to support Emirati entrepreneurs.

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The Entrepreneurship Programme aims to train 10,000 Emiratis
series of in-person and virtual courses designed to equip participants with the

skills, knowledge, and practical tools to launch scalable ventures across the
UAE and beyond.

The initiative forms part of the national campaign “The Emirates: The Startup

Capital of the World”, launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,

Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.

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The campaign seeks to reinforce the UAE’s global leadership in
entrepreneurship through comprehensive programmes that empower Emirati

youth, stimulate innovation, and diversify the national economy.

The launch event in Dubai was attended by:

Abdulla Ahmed Al Saleh, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Economy and

Tourism
Arif Amiri, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai International Financial Centre

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Dr. Laila Faridoon, Chief Executive Officer of the New Economy Academy

The Entrepreneurship Programme includes a three-day “Essentials of

Entrepreneurship” course and a six-day “Complete Entrepreneurship”

masterclass, providing both fundamental and advanced training.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in building business models,
analysing markets, developing financial plans, and pitching to expert panels.

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