Everything suddenly changed. Some people found themselves without anything to do; it was like getting stuck at a red light, forever. Others don’t even have the time to talk to their families because they are on the frontlines fighting the virus. This situation has made us feel like life has stopped. Students all over the […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
People face many situations in life. Some are positive and bring us joy, whilst others carry challenges that make us realise things we did not before. Some situations can be more difficult to accept than others. However, the perceived difficulty of any situation depends on that person’s personal experiences and outlook. Though some may find quarantine […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
It has been a few weeks since the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) landed in Iraq. Some treated it very seriously, whilst others believed that it wouldn’t be a major issue. I was one of those people that didn’t expect it to disrupt much of our lives. Multiple countries have imposed a lockdown situation, which has led […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Karbala’s entrepreneurs show us a side of the city that provides a differing narrative from its religious significance. Driven largely by students, these creative businesses in Karbala are fulfilling a need among youth for artistic expression and cheaper alternatives to mainstream options. Now, as the rest of Iraq’s entrepreneurship sector grows, Karbala is in the […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
This article is the second of a three-part series on introducing the concept of agile methodology by Sami Shaker, a Software Test Manager at Fratoria. Read the first part here. The most widely used method in Agile is Scrum. In this article, we will focus on Agile rituals and terms. The meanings of the terms, the actions […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Iraq occupies a prominent place in world history as the homeland of writing. The oldest written literature originated from ancient Mesopotamia when the Sumerian civilisation first developed writing around 3400 BC. Sumerian writers would copy poetry, essays, and hymns. Today, Baghdad and Sulaimaniya are registered UNESCO cities of literature. All over the country, we find […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
In recent years, Iraq has witnessed a rise in training programs that encourage Iraqi youth to start their own businesses. The goal of these programs is to strengthen the role of vocational training and advance the country’s socioeconomic status. In aid of this goal, KAPITA, in partnership with the Dutch embassy in Baghdad and Asiacell […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
This article is the first of a three-part series on introducing the concept of agile methodology by Sami Shaker, a Software Test Manager at Fratoria. Writing about agile methodology is a tricky business. It took me days to think about where to start. I am greatly aware that I am writing about a working concept […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
With every new day, we are inching towards a stronger competitive startup ecosystem in Iraq. The success of the Ruwwad Al Iraq 2018-2019 season demonstrated that the best is yet to come. Over nine months, the Ruwwad Al Iraq platform attracted more than 3000 business ideas from across the country. The level of participation and […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Iraq’s startup stories commonly originate from Erbil and Baghdad. Lesser known are the Najaf startups, just 100 miles south of Baghdad. Najaf is widely known as Iraq’s religious capital and the centre of Shia theology and knowledge. However, a startup scene is emerging despite the lack of funding and training for entrepreneurs in the city. […]Read More اقرأ المزيد