Synerjies Center for International & Strategic Studies

In the heart of Expo City Dubai, we are forging a future where innovation meets security in the realm of smart cities! Our discussions with distinguished leaders in the regional ecosystem including; Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Hafez, Vice President of Cybersecurity Affairs at the National Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (NTRA), Eng. Rashid Mohammed, Chief Technology Officer of Dubai Expo, and Eng. Eman Al Awadhi, Vice President of Network and Cybersecurity at Expo City Dubai, have been invaluable. As an implementing partner alongside Middle East Communication Systems (MCS), and under the leadership of Mr. Tarek Shabaka, Synerjies is joining forces to strengthening the processes outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding between the NTRA and Expo City Dubai. Building strong institutional mechanisms that foster international collaboration and knowledge transfer is at the core of what we do. At Synerjies, and under the guidance of Eng. Khaled El-Sayed, our managing director, we recognize that the future of our region hinges on robust IT infrastructure and enhanced cybersecurity measures. That’s why this partnership marks more than enhancing cybersecurity frameworks across Egypt and the UAE, we are also building resilient structures essential for safeguarding the integrity of our digital landscapes. #cybersecurity #digitaltransformation #ITecosystem #futurecities

Celebrating our Partnership with the CEO Women Conference and the E-Zone event! We are pleased to have been the knowledge and implementing partner for the first-ever Entrepreneurship Zone event at the CEO Women Conference held on October 30, 2021. This event was held under the auspices of H.E. Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, the Prime Minister of Egypt. Our team spearheaded the development of this distinctive setting; crafting interactive sessions and guiding dynamic panel discussions that showcased the most pertinent opportunities and challenges relevant to the current ecosystem in Egypt. The panel discussions explored various topics from multiple perspectives, including access to venture capital, legislation and arbitration processes in startups, corporate leadership in fostering innovation, and numerous success stories of women entrepreneurs. A heartfelt thank you to all who contributed, particularly our outstanding panelists who shared their valuable insights and experiences that are crucial for the practical implementation of startups. Your expertise played a crucial role in making this event a highly successful 1st edition of Entrepreneurship Zone. We are excited to look forward to further growth and expansion of this event in the future, thanks to the guidance of Dr. Mona Morad. We are excited to persist in our mission of uplifting women in the business world and fostering additional platforms for impactful conversations. #CEOWomenConference2024 #EZone2024 #knowledgepartner

In October 2024, Egypt participated in the BRICS summit for the first time as an official member. One of the achievements is that trade between Egypt and BRICS nations reached $30.2 billion in the first eight months of 2024, reflecting a 15% rise from $26.2 billion during the same period in 2023, according to CAPMAS data. Here are insights regarding Egypt’s trade relations with BRICS and key points from President El-Sisi’s speech.

In this week’s edition of Africa Spotlight, we take a closer look at the BRICS 2024 Summit which came to a close last week. Most of the surrounding conversation was around Russia’s positioning on the international scene, with little attention to inter-BRICS dialogue. This comes at a time when there is recent tension within the continent, given the recent escalation between Egypt-Somalia and Somaliland-Ethiopia. 

As defined by the World Bank, financial inclusion means when individuals and businesses have access to affordable financial services, including transactions, payments, savings, credit, and insurance. In light of Financial Inclusion Week, this week's infographic showcases recent progress in Egypt, where the rate of financial inclusion has risen to 71.5% from 67.3% in the previous year. The infographic also provides a regional comparison and examines the economic impact of increased financial inclusion.

في ظل جهود الدولة حالياً للحد من مشكلة فقد الكهرباء باشكال غير قانونية، يستعرض هذا الموجز من عدسة السياسات تحليل مبسط للاسباب الجذرية التي أدت الى انتشار هذا السلوك، ويقدم رؤية مختلفة للتوجهات السياساتية اكثر استدامة وعدالة لجميع فئات المجتمع.

Last August, the Egyptian government announced an increase in electricity prices for the second time this year and the ninth time since 2014, with rates rising between 15% and 40%. These repeated increases, alongside frequent power cuts, raise questions about the electricity sector in Egypt. In light of several government efforts to combat electricity theft from households, businesses, and firms, this week's infographic focuses on Egypt's electricity production and the challenges facing the sector.

In our continued focus on African elections, this 19th edition highlights Tunisia’s 2024 façade presidential race. Since gaining independence in 1956, Tunisia has undergone significant political transformations, including the Arab Spring uprising in 2011, which brought democratic reforms. However, recent developments under President Kais Saied, who has centralized power and curbed opposition, have raised concerns over democratic backsliding.     Our coverage provides in-depth insights into the political, economic, and foreign policy dimensions of this crucial election. Special thanks to Abdelrahman Toama for his contribution to this edition

On Monday, October 7, 2024, the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) of Egypt granted licenses to major telecom operators in Egypt—Vodafone, Orange, and e&—to join Telecom Egypt, which had secured its 5G license in January. 5G, or fifth-generation mobile network, is a global wireless standard that offers faster speeds, greater data capacity, and more reliable connections than previous networks. It can deliver multi-Gbps peak data speeds, ultra-low latency for near-instant data transmission, and support a large number of connected devices thanks to its massive network capacity.

✨The 3rd edition of the CEO Women Conference is honored to announce our strategic partnership with Synerjies Center for International & Strategic Studies as our Knowledge Partner. This partnership aims to deliver deep insights into women’s leadership and innovation, creating synergies that inspire change and empower women to lead in business. The CEO Women Conference will be held under the esteemed patronage of Prime Minister H.E. Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, we are committed to supporting Egypt Vision 2030 by enhancing dialogue on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the healthcare economy, paving the way for impactful contributions from women in business. #CEOWoman #KnowledgePartner #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Innovation #HealthcareEconomy #WomenInBusiness