What Is Agile Methodology? Part One
Learn how to apply agile methodologies to your business in Iraq
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Zahra Shah
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I've been working in startups and emerging markets for over 7 years, with a focus on growing tech ecosystems in conflict-affected areas. Having spent the last two years leading Re:Coded's operations in Iraq, and working with Gaza Sky Geeks before that, I want to utilise my experience to bring business and investment to the region.
I truly believe that Iraq can provide valuable opportunities for businesses looking to launch or expand here, and i'm interested in supporting others who want to venture out to a country that people are traditionally skeptical to pursue.
A big part of this is to change the current perceptions of Iraq through quality content by highlighting some of the everyday success stories that are overshadowed by other news.
5 Ways Pure Platform Is Solving Iraq’s Cash Economy Conundrum
One of the biggest challenges for e-commerce businesses in cash-based economies is the lack of efficient payment gateways. With less than spectacular penetration for debit cards and constrained-by-ceiling mobile payment…
Iraq’s Biggest Entrepreneurship Competition Is Back: Ruwwad Al Iraq
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…
Meet Iraq’s Influential Women In Tech
The international image of women in Iraq isn’t very er, positive. There are currently no women cabinet ministers and a recent study by National Geographic rated Iraq as the 6th…
The Riveting Story Of Yousif: Mosul’s First Technology Entrepreneur
After fleeing Mosul in 2015, Yousif Alneamy embarked on an expedition to Europe in search for better opportunities. A life under the Islamic State (ISIS) could not be the only…
5 Tips For Organising A Hackathon In Iraq (And Other Post-conflict Regions)
As part of the Iraq Technology and Entrepreneurship Alliance, I had the opportunity to lead the country’s (and possibly the Middle East’s) largest hackathon: the Iraq Innovation Hackathon. Five cities. 48…
Another 8 Startups In Iraq You Should Know About
Since our previous article, 10 Technology Startups in Iraq You Need to Know About, we wanted to introduce you to another amazing eight startups making waves in the country’s tech…
Careem Is Expanding In Iraq And Here’s Why You Should Be Excited About It.
Careem’s $3.1 billion dollar acquisition from Uber has raised mixed emotions among the tech community across the Middle East. But one thing is for sure, the deal will not stop Careem from steadily growing its operations across Iraq…
Knowledge Space Has Launched As Kirkuk’s First Tech Hub
Co-working spaces and tech-focused activities are still new in Iraq, with most major cities missing its own version of a Google Campus. Recent developments in Erbil, Baghdad, and Suliymaniya show…
Najaf Had Its Biggest Technology Event And We’re Living For It
Over 300 tech enthusiasts attended the opening ceremony of Google Developer Group (GDG) Najaf held on 28th December 2018. Like all other GDGs, GDG Najaf is a volunteer-led initiative that is run…