Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al‑Sisi asked Orange Group to increase its local investment and take part in the second phase of the national digital health programme.
What did the president say about Orange’s role?
Al‑Sisi praised Orange’s work in telecom services, smart platforms, digital education and community projects, and urged the company to expand its investment in Egypt.
Which areas of the health project are targeted?
The president highlighted digital infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity and systems integration as key components for Orange’s participation in phase two.
What training initiatives were discussed?
Al‑Sisi called for broader cooperation on AI, data analytics, cloud computing and cybersecurity training, including internationally recognised certifications through global partners.
What commitments did Orange announce?
Orange said it will provide training grants for about 200,000 participants in AI and cybersecurity, allocate €25 million for AI‑focused startups, and equip several Egyptian universities with modern labs.
Who attended the meeting?
The talks involved Orange CEO Christel Heydemann, ICT Minister Raafat Hendy, Orange Middle East and Africa chief Yasser Shaker and Orange Egypt chief Hisham Mahran.
Details on the rollout schedule, startup funding distribution and the specific universities receiving labs were not disclosed.