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and expertise among different entities. Furthermore, this collaboration plays a vital role in
supporting the sector and building a solid foundation for an innovative and sustainable business
environment that offers credible platforms that ensure the growth and prosperity of small and
medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

His Excellency Jamal Bin Huwaireb, CEO, MBRF

We are thrilled to be part of this worthwhile partnership that is projected to substantially influence
the human capabilities within EBRD communities. We strongly believe that this collaboration will
offer a wide range of benefits and advantages for participants. This training program will equip them
with the vital skills vital for the future, enabling them to shape their aspirations and convert their
creative concepts into tangible initiatives that contribute to the development of their communities
and realisation of their personal and professional objectives.

Dr. Hany Torky, Chief Technical Adviser and Project Manager, Knowledge Project, UNDP

In this agreement, the focus of Coursera is on honing the learners with a comprehensive range of
advanced knowledge, which further boosts their leadership and entrepreneurial skills. Our goal is
to fully leverage this innovative knowledge initiative to equip the learners with new skills that will
raise their professional opportunities and empower them to seamlessly adapt to the ever-evolving
future.

Dr. Samar Farah – Senior Skills Transformation Consultant for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa,
Coursera
The virtual meeting, which involved entrepreneurs and staff members from partner organisations
and associations affiliated with the EBRD, underscored the strategic partnership between EBRD,
UNDP, and Coursera. During the meeting, participants were introduced to the ‘FutureSkills4All’
initiative and given significant details about the way to access its educational programs, as well as
urged to apply for them.

https://www.techafricanews.com/2024/07/19/mbrf-undp-and-ebrd-partner-to-boost-
entrepreneurship-skills-with-futureskills4all/