Ibex Technologies signs MoU with Federal Technical and Vocational Training Institute to empower Ethiopian technologists

Ibex Technologies and Promotion PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Technical and Vocational Training Institute. The agreement aims to enhance the skills of Ethiopia's youth and cultivate local talent by creating opportunities for aspiring technologists.

Speaking during the signing ceremony the Director General of the Federal Technical and Vocational Training Institute, Dr. Biruk Kedir reflected on the collaborative discussions leading up to the agreement and noted that the partnership is aimed to drive meaningful change in Ethiopia’s technical and vocational education landscape.

Dr. Biruk also expressed the institute’s commitment to working with Ibex Technologies to create a collaborative framework that benefits students and future professionals.

On his part, the CEO of Ibex Technologies and Deputy CEO of Hex Labs, Ezedin Kamil described the MoU as a crucial step toward realizing Ibex’s mission of empowering technologists and leveraging local talent to spur innovation. Mr. Kamil praised the institute’s dedication to this shared vision, noting that the collaboration will focus on enhancing creative skills and technological capabilities.

He reaffirming Ibex Technologies' commitment to building a future where young technologists are equipped with the skills and knowledge to drive Ethiopia’s technological progress.

Ibex Technologies aims to strengthen Ethiopia's tech ecosystem by tapping into the country's rich indigenous knowledge and the vast potential of its youth. The partnership is expected to provide hands-on training, technical mentorship, and development resources, ultimately creating a pathway for young professionals to thrive in Ethiopia’s burgeoning tech industry.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye