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
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
Our Journey How it started The Founders Our love for technology and Iraq made us launch Iraqi Innovators. We believe that technology can accelerate a country’s growth and provide fair opportunities for all, but in order to do this, we must first challenge crippling narratives and reclaim our stories. Since 2018 The Stories Iraqi Innovators began […]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
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
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
As much as social media has become an addictive habit that has led our generation to be constantly glued to our phone screens; it has also been a force for change. Social media platforms are seen as the meeting rooms of demonstrators across the world. The Iraq protests are no exception. In case you have […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
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 worst place in the world to be a woman. In addition, women do not make a huge percentage of the workforce (so women in tech […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
A new wave of creative startups are emerging, whereby international trends are merged with Iraqi culture. A lack of relevant jobs in the country makes it increasingly difficult to find passionate and purposeful employment. As a result, many young people are trying to create a business out of their hobbies so that they can do […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
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 way. Yousif eventually ended up in the Netherlands, but not after countless difficulties including the perilous boat journey to Greece. His eventual return to Mosul […]Read More اقرأ المزيد