Zain Launches Advanced Educational Labs at 'Al-Tatbeeqi'

Zain has launched five advanced educational laboratories at the College of Basic Education, affiliated with the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET), following the completion of their full development and renovation, equipped with the latest technologies and connectivity solutions. The company stated that this initiative was carried out in collaboration with ZainTECH, the digital solutions arm of the Zain Group, in a new step that underscores its ongoing commitment to supporting the educational system and empowering national talent. It aims to harness technology to serve education and create modern learning environments that keep pace with rapid digital transformations, thereby enhancing students’ skills and improving their readiness for the demands of the labor market and the future economy.

The launch ceremony at the College of Basic Education was attended by Dr. Hassan Al-Fajam, Director General of PAAET; Nawaf Al-Gharbali, CEO of Zain Kuwait; and Professor Dr. Mubarak Al-Dhawari, Dean of the College of Basic Education, along with a number of academic and administrative leaders and company officials. The event included a field tour to inspect the laboratories and their advanced technical equipment, which contribute to supporting the educational and training process.

This project embodies the depth of the strategic partnership between Zain and PAAET, highlighting the company’s commitment to supporting the development of education in Kuwait by leveraging the latest technologies and digital solutions to serve the educational process. It also helps provide a sophisticated learning environment that promotes practical and applied learning, enabling students to acquire the skills needed to keep pace with rapid changes in the digital economy, thereby supporting the preparation of qualified national talent to lead future development and innovation.

Nawaf Al-Gharbali, CEO of Zain Kuwait, said: “At Zain, we believe that investing in education is an investment in Kuwait’s future. We do not stop at building networks that connect people; we invest in the minds that shape the digital future. Therefore, we see our role as extending beyond providing communication and technology services to harnessing our expertise and capabilities to empower future generations and provide them with opportunities to acquire the knowledge and skills needed for tomorrow’s world.”

He added: “This step embodies our commitment to supporting the education sector and leveraging our technological capabilities to provide a sophisticated learning environment that enhances students’ skills and opens broader horizons for creativity and innovation. This contributes to preparing national talent capable of leading the future of Kuwait’s digital economy. We are proud of our partnership with PAAET, which reflects the importance of integration between the public and private sectors in developing the educational system and turning shared visions into tangible initiatives that serve national development priorities.”

Professor Dr. Mubarak Al-Dhawari, Dean of the College of Basic Education, said: “We express the pride of the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training in this initiative, which contributes to developing the educational environment and supports the process of preparing national cadres. The project includes five educational laboratories that have been equipped and developed to meet the needs of the educational process. They are equipped with advanced computers, suitable workstations, and interactive smart screens, with a capacity to accommodate 150 students simultaneously, thereby providing an educational environment that stimulates learning and practice.”

He added: “The added value of the laboratories lies in enhancing the use of modern technologies in teaching, expanding opportunities for interactive learning, and enabling the practical application of theoretical knowledge, thereby supporting alignment with digital transformation and labor market requirements. This project is also consistent with Kuwait Vision 2035, by contributing to the development of educational infrastructure, human capital development, and digital transformation, which in turn supports the quality of education and enhances the readiness of its outputs to meet future demands.”