https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io Latest posts in Technology & Innovation en Sun, 31 May 2026 11:50:04 +0000 https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/05/cbl-source-to-libya-herald-cbl-moving-towards-ending-cash-collection-of-taxes-and-customs-duties-moving-solely-to-e-collections https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/05/cbl-source-to-libya-herald-cbl-moving-towards-ending-cash-collection-of-taxes-and-customs-duties-moving-solely-to-e-collections Sun, 10 May 2026 09:02:38 +0000 A senior source within the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) revealed to Libya Herald yesterday that the decision to mandate commercial banks and the fintech company, Tadawul, to exempt the Tax Authority, the Customs Authority, and the Libyan Ports Company from fees / commissions for e-payment services via point-of-sale (POS) terminals represents “a strategic step to reorganize the cash cycle and reduce reliance on paper currency within public institutions.” The source explained that the CBL h... Sami Zaptia Central Bank of Libya Digital Transformation FinTech E-payments public revenue collection https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/05/1-7-million-75-receiving-state-sector-salaries-through-automated-your-instant-salary-system-compared-to-2-2-million-previously https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/05/1-7-million-75-receiving-state-sector-salaries-through-automated-your-instant-salary-system-compared-to-2-2-million-previously Tue, 05 May 2026 09:22:48 +0000 The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) reported yesterday that, according to the latest data, the number of public sector employees registered in the Your Instant Salary automated system reached approximately 1.7 million by April, compared to 2.2 million previously, representing a 75% participation rate. The news came as the CBL announces the commencement of April salary payments through the system. The paperless system aims to achieve speed and accuracy and avoid duplication and corruption in... Sami Zaptia Central Bank of Libya Digital Transformation Financial Transparency Public Sector Payroll Your Instant Salary https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/italys-ingegneria-informatica-and-libyas-customs-authority-to-activate-automated-inspection-software-system https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/italys-ingegneria-informatica-and-libyas-customs-authority-to-activate-automated-inspection-software-system Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:44:12 +0000 The Acting Director General of Libya’s Customs Authority, and his accompanying delegation, held a meeting in Italy last Monday (27 April) with the Chairman of the Italian software company Ingegneria. The meeting aimed to assess the technical requirements necessary for the Automated Inspection System. The Customs Authority reported that the Chairman of Ingegneria expressed his appreciation to the Director General for his efforts in resolving the previously existing issue, which resulte... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation Customs Authority Libya-Italy Cooperation Ingegneria Informatica Automated Inspection System https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/municipality-of-tripoli-centre-announces-the-start-of-the-development-of-baladiyabot https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/municipality-of-tripoli-centre-announces-the-start-of-the-development-of-baladiyabot Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000 Launching the Development of BaladiyaBOT: A Next Step Towards Digital Municipal Services in Libya Municipality of Tripoli Centre announced on 19 April the start of the development of BaladiyaBOT, a digital assistant designed to enhance citizens’ access to municipal services. Developed within the framework of Germany’s GIZ’s Support to Municipalities in Libya (SML) programme, this initiative marks the beginning of a new phase in strengthening digital service delivery at the local level... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation Municipal Services E-Governance Tripoli Centre BaladiyaBOT https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/chairman-of-general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-urges-swift-transition-from-internet-protocol-version-4-to-ipv6 https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/chairman-of-general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-urges-swift-transition-from-internet-protocol-version-4-to-ipv6 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:16:54 +0000 Abdelbaset Al-Baour, Chairman of the General Authority for Communications and Informatics, held an extensive meeting at the Authority's Tripoli headquarters last Monday (20 April) with representatives of major telecommunications companies in Libya to activate Libya’s transition from the current IPv4 (internet protocol version) to the latest IPv6 Protocol. The meeting included members of the committee responsible for the transition to IPv6. The Chairman emphasized the necessity of a sw... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Transformation IPv6 transition internet protocol General Authority for Communications and Informatics https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/libya-adopts-regulatory-framework-for-use-of-in-flight-internet-services-within-libyan-airspace https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/libya-adopts-regulatory-framework-for-use-of-in-flight-internet-services-within-libyan-airspace Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:25:52 +0000 The head of the General Information Authority (GIA) Abdelbaset Al-Baour revealed last Monday (13 April) that, in line with the implementation of the National Communications and Information Technology Strategy 2023-2027, the General Authority for Communications and Information Technology has adopted the regulatory framework for the use of in-flight internet services within Libyan airspace (Mobile Communications on board Aircraft - MCA). This framework enables airlines to provide high-quality int... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Transformation Libyan Airspace In-flight internet MCA https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/government-reporting-platform-activated-as-a-unified-tool-for-monitoring-performance-and-measuring-achievement-levels-within-public-entities https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/government-reporting-platform-activated-as-a-unified-tool-for-monitoring-performance-and-measuring-achievement-levels-within-public-entities Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:51:18 +0000 Libya’s General Information Authority (GIA) announced yesterday the activation of the Government Reporting Platform (LY_GOVREP) as a unified national tool for monitoring performance and measuring achievement levels within public entities. Enhancing good governance and consolidating the principle of transparencyThe GIA said this comes as part of the Tripoli government's efforts to enhance good governance and consolidate the principle of transparency. This comes with direct follow-up from the Off... Sami Zaptia Transparency Digital Transformation E-government LY_GOVREP General Information Authority https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/libyas-proposed-science-and-technology-city-can-reduce-dependence-on-oil-create-job-opportunities-for-youth-and-support-local-innovation https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/04/libyas-proposed-science-and-technology-city-can-reduce-dependence-on-oil-create-job-opportunities-for-youth-and-support-local-innovation Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 The Media Office of Libya’s Science and Technology City announced last Tuesday (31 March) that the project was established by Cabinet Resolution No. 486 of 2021 as a financially and administratively independent scientific institution. The city is to be established in the municipality of Swani Bin Adam, located about 30 kms southwest of the capital, Tripoli. This national scientific project aims to support the fields of science and technology and transform the outputs of research centers, unive... Sami Zaptia Economic Diversification Knowledge Economy Startups Science and Technology City Swani Bin Adam https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-presents-strategic-vision-for-libyas-digital-economy-at-tangiers-58th-com-2026-session https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-presents-strategic-vision-for-libyas-digital-economy-at-tangiers-58th-com-2026-session Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000 Libya’s General Authority for Communications and Informatics reported last Saturday (28 March), that as part of Libya's active participation in the work of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), it participated in the 58th COM 2026 session held in Tangier, Morocco, (28 March to 3 April) presenting an advanced strategic vision reflecting the national direction towards building a sovereign and integrated digital economy. The Authority said it presented a high-level working pap... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Transformation Artificial Intelligence Fiber-optic networks UNECA https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/bank-of-commerce-and-development-first-bank-to-launch-e-wallet-for-expat-residents-and-workers https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/bank-of-commerce-and-development-first-bank-to-launch-e-wallet-for-expat-residents-and-workers Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:45:59 +0000 Libya’s privately-owned Bank of Commerce and Development announced yesterday the launch of what it considered to be the first e-Wallet dedicated to foreign residents and foreign workers in Libya. It said this comes as a new step towards developing the e-payments system in Libya and promoting financial inclusion. The bank said the e-Wallet allows foreign workers and residents to easily access e-financial services. ‘‘Registration is simple, requiring only a passport and residency card, without t... Sami Zaptia Financial Inclusion FinTech Bank of Commerce and Development E-wallet Expat Workers https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/tripoli-business-incubator-completes-first-intensive-online-e-commerce-camp https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/tripoli-business-incubator-completes-first-intensive-online-e-commerce-camp Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:41:42 +0000 The Tripoli Business Incubator announced yesterday that it had concluded its first intensive online e-commerce camp. The camp included a group of online store owners from various Libyan cities. The camp was part of an intensive training programme designed to support and develop e-commerce businesses. Tripoli Business Incubator reported that due to high demand, the number of participants in the second cohort will be increased to allow more business owners and online stores to benefit from the c... Sami Zaptia SME Development Digital Transformation E-commerce Tripoli Business Incubator GIZ Libya https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/tripoli-business-incubator-accepts-first-fifty-private-online-stores-to-participate-in-the-intensive-e-commerce-camp https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/tripoli-business-incubator-accepts-first-fifty-private-online-stores-to-participate-in-the-intensive-e-commerce-camp Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:50:00 +0000 Tripoli Business Incubator announced yesterday that it has accepted the registration of the first 50 private online stores to participate in the Intensive E-Commerce Camp. The trainings will be carried out in two groups in an intensive training programme aimed at developing and promoting the growth of online stores A new version of the camp will be launched after Eid al-Fitr to allow for the participation of a larger number of entrepreneurs and online stores. This programme is part of the SML... Sami Zaptia E-commerce SMEs Digital Economy GIZ Tripoli Business Incubator https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/lbcs-second-public-private-dialogue-session-on-leveraging-technology-to-mitigate-economic-crises-held-in-tripoli https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/lbcs-second-public-private-dialogue-session-on-leveraging-technology-to-mitigate-economic-crises-held-in-tripoli Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:38:17 +0000 The Libyan Business Council (LBC) announced yesterday that last Wednesday (4 March) the Second Dialogue Session of the Public-Private Institutional Dialogue Initiative, organized by the LBC in cooperation with Tetra Tech International Development, was held at a leading Tripoli hotel. The session was attended by representatives from public and private sector institutions, business owners, and those interested in economic and technological affairs. Mitigating the severity of economic crises usin... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation Public-Private Partnership Cybersecurity Libyan Business Council E-payments https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/aldabaiba-government-and-cbl-take-further-actions-to-encourage-increased-e-payments-use-cbl-reduces-new-fx-bureaux-commission https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/aldabaiba-government-and-cbl-take-further-actions-to-encourage-increased-e-payments-use-cbl-reduces-new-fx-bureaux-commission Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:59:31 +0000 The Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba Tripoli-based Libyan government and the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) have taken further measures to encourage the use of e-payments in Libya. Aldabaiba issued a decree yesterday mandating the inclusion of e-payment as an approved method for collecting state revenues and public dues. The decree requires the main and subsidiary treasuries of the Ministry of Finance, as well as other ministries, departments, and agencies, to accept the collection of funds through e-paymen... Sami Zaptia Central Bank of Libya Digital Transformation FinTech E-payments LYPay https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/cbl-governor-issa-reviews-latest-e-payment-indicators-continued-increases-across-multiple-areas https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/cbl-governor-issa-reviews-latest-e-payment-indicators-continued-increases-across-multiple-areas Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:15:17 +0000 In line with the implementation of digital transformation plans, the promotion of electronic payment services, and a review of record growth indicators, the Governor of the Central Bank of Libya, Naji Issa, held an expanded meeting today at the CBL’s Tripoli headquarters. The meeting included the general managers of the following banks: Al-Jumhouria, Al-Sahara, Al-Wahda, North Africa, and the National Commercial Bank, as well as the directors of electronic payment companies, and the directors o... Sami Zaptia Central Bank of Libya Digital Transformation FinTech E-payments Naji Issa https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/unified-chambers-of-commerce-digital-system-launched-to-develop-electronic-services-within-libyas-chambers-of-commerce https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/03/unified-chambers-of-commerce-digital-system-launched-to-develop-electronic-services-within-libyas-chambers-of-commerce Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:03:58 +0000 At an official ceremony held yesterday at its Tripoli headquarters, the Libyan General Union of Chambers of Commerce launched the Unified Digital System for Chambers of Commerce - to develop electronic services within Libya’s chambers of commerce. Libya’s Ministry of Economy and Trade said this initiative comes in support of digital transformation, the development of economic services, and the enhancement of the business environment. The launch of the system, under the supervision of the Minis... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation Libya Business Trade Facilitation E-Governance Chambers of Commerce https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/02/libyan-institutions-explore-how-emerging-technologies-can-strengthen-education-and-scientific-research https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/02/libyan-institutions-explore-how-emerging-technologies-can-strengthen-education-and-scientific-research Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 UNDP Libya reported yesterday that, as part of a series of introductory workshops, national Libyan institutions explored how emerging technologies can strengthen education and scientific research. In partnership with the Ministry of Planning and the Institute of Planning discussions held at the Institute of Planning in Tripoli, last Monday (16 February), examined how artificial intelligence and blockchain can enhance access to knowledge, support innovation, and strengthen institutional capacity... Sami Zaptia Scientific Research UNDP Libya Artificial Intelligence Blockchain Ministry of Planning https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/02/libyan-indian-cooperation-to-qualify-national-cadres-in-quantum-computing-and-artificial-intelligence https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/02/libyan-indian-cooperation-to-qualify-national-cadres-in-quantum-computing-and-artificial-intelligence Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:12:16 +0000 The General Authority for Communications and Informatics Authority in Tripoli announced the launch of an intensive training programme in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Indian Embassy, within the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme yesterday. The Authority says the training reflects a practical embodiment of the objectives of the National Strategy for the Communications and Informatics Sector 2023-2027. It says this... Sami Zaptia Capacity Building ITEC Program Artificial Intelligence Digital Sovereignty Quantum Computing https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/01/almadar-mobile-launches-libyas-first-5g-service-in-tripoli-countrywide-roll-out-to-follow-soon https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/01/almadar-mobile-launches-libyas-first-5g-service-in-tripoli-countrywide-roll-out-to-follow-soon Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:01:46 +0000 Libya’s second largest state mobile telecoms company, Almadar Aljadid, announced last Tuesday (27 January) the launch of its 5G service, becoming the first Libyan national operator to offer this service Almadar said the new 5G service will offer faster internet, higher responsiveness, and an unprecedented experience. The company said phase one of the rolled out will see the service being launched in the capital Tripoli first, with the rest of Libya to follow soon. ‎The introduction of the fir... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Transformation Network Infrastructure 5G Mobile Connectivity https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/01/libyas-state-mobile-company-almadar-to-launch-5g-services-soon https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2026/01/libyas-state-mobile-company-almadar-to-launch-5g-services-soon Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:57:23 +0000 Libya’s second largest state mobile telecoms company, Almadar Aljadid, announced today that it has reached the final stages and technical preparations for launching 5G services, becoming the first Libyan national operator to offer this service. The company said this comes as part of its ongoing efforts to develop the telecommunications sector in Libya and its commitment to providing the latest digital solutions and services, Almadar said this strategic step comes as a direct implementation of... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Transformation Mobile Networks National Infrastructure 5G https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/12/aljeel-aljadeed-launches-its-oil-fields-connectivity-project-to-over-200-vital-sites https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/12/aljeel-aljadeed-launches-its-oil-fields-connectivity-project-to-over-200-vital-sites Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:00:07 +0000 The state Aljeel Aljadeed Technology Company, part of Libya’s telecoms holding company LPTIC, announced yesterday, in cooperation with Hatif Libya Company (Libya Phone Company), the launch of its Oil Fields Connectivity Project. The company says the project is part of its new Digital Transformation phase for Libya’s vital oil sector with networks built to last and serve Libya's present and future. The project includes new, advanced telecoms services provided to over 200 vital sites, including... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation 5G Technology Fiber-optic networks Telecoms Infrastructure Oil Sector Connectivity https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/12/hatif-libya-phone-company-signs-mous-at-its-hatif-libya-15-years-of-communication-forum https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/12/hatif-libya-phone-company-signs-mous-at-its-hatif-libya-15-years-of-communication-forum Sun, 21 Dec 2025 13:04:52 +0000 Hatif (phone) Libya Company organized a forum last Thursday (18 December) under the banner "Hatif Libya – 15 Years of Communication", which it said was a pivotal event that combined reflecting on the company's institutional legacy with a steady march towards a smarter and more efficient future in the telecommunications sector. Zero Touch projectThe company launched the Zero Touch project, as one of its most important strategic projects, which is a transition from traditional operating models to... Sami Zaptia Libya Telecommunications Digital Transformation Network Automation Zero Touch https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/12/hatif-libya-begins-phased-decommissioning-of-traditional-telephone-exchanges-in-preparation-of-completion-of-fttx-fiber-optic-services-projects https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/12/hatif-libya-begins-phased-decommissioning-of-traditional-telephone-exchanges-in-preparation-of-completion-of-fttx-fiber-optic-services-projects Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +0000 Hatif Libya, the company that operates Libya's fixed telephone land lines, announced last Sunday (30 November) the commencement of the phased decommissioning of traditional telephone exchanges as part of its Technical Modernization Plan. FTTx fibre optic services networks offer higher speeds and greater reliability than older copper-based systems, providing a significant upgrade to internet access.  Hatif Libya said this move comes as a prelude to the transfer of fixed-line telephone serv... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Infrastructure Fiber Optic Libya Telecom FTTx https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/general-information-authority-makes-its-national-strategy-for-artificial-intelligence-2025-2030-publicly-available https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/general-information-authority-makes-its-national-strategy-for-artificial-intelligence-2025-2030-publicly-available Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:11:04 +0000 ‎‎‎Libya’s General Information Authority (GIA)announced yesterday the availability of the full document of the National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence ‎in the State of Libya 2025-2030 through its official website and digital platforms. The GIA said this comes as part of its commitment to the principle of transparency and the involvement of the academic and professional community in the formulation of Libya’s digital future. ‎ ‎Why is this strategy important?‎The GIA said this strategy re... Sami Zaptia Public Policy Digital Transformation Knowledge Economy Artificial Intelligence Data Science https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/libyas-first-ai-system-libigpt-launched-in-presence-of-minister-of-economy-and-trade https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/libyas-first-ai-system-libigpt-launched-in-presence-of-minister-of-economy-and-trade Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:46:33 +0000 The LIBIGPT project, the first model of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in Libya, was announced in Tripoli yesterday. The project, implemented by Smart Co for Technology Projects and Artificial Intelligence, was implemented by the Minister of Economy and Trade, Mohamed Al-Hwej; the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education, Masouda Al-Aswad; the Mayor of Central Tripoli, Fadel Bouargoub; the President of the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, Anwar Abu Sitta; and the project's developer, Dr... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation Knowledge Economy Libyan Tech Sector Artificial Intelligence Generative AI https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-libya-enters-digital-sovereignty-era-with-official-launch-of-root-servers-in-tripoli-and-benghazi https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-libya-enters-digital-sovereignty-era-with-official-launch-of-root-servers-in-tripoli-and-benghazi Sun, 26 Oct 2025 12:28:35 +0000 Libya’s Tripoli based General Authority for Communications and Informatics reported yesterday the official entry of Libya’s Root Servers into service through operating sites in the data centres of Al-Madar Al-Jadid Company in Tripoli and Benghazi. Part of 2023-2027 StrategyThe Authority said this comes in implementation of the National Telecommunications and Informatics Strategy 2023–2027 and within the framework of integrated national efforts to develop digital infrastructure and enhance digit... Sami Zaptia Internet Infrastructure Cybersecurity Digital Sovereignty Telecommunications Strategy Root Servers https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/general-information-authority-organizes-workshop-to-prepare-a-national-strategy-for-artificial-intelligence-in-cooperation-with-escwa https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/general-information-authority-organizes-workshop-to-prepare-a-national-strategy-for-artificial-intelligence-in-cooperation-with-escwa Thu, 16 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000 The General Information Authority (GIA) announced last Tuesday (14 October) that it had organized on the same day a national consultative workshop at its Tripoli headquarters, in cooperation with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). The workshop discussed the preparation of the National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence in Libya. The Chairman of the GIA, Abdulbasit Al-Baour, and several regional experts and advisors from ESCWA participated in the worksh... Sami Zaptia economic development Public Policy Sustainable Development Digital Transformation Artificial Intelligence https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/libyan-fintech-ngo-finoria-is-organising-a-hackathon-from-15-to-17-november https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/10/libyan-fintech-ngo-finoria-is-organising-a-hackathon-from-15-to-17-november Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:40:47 +0000 ‎Libyan Fintech NGO, FinOria, is organising a Hackathon from 15 to 17 November that brings together programmers, designers and young entrepreneurs to create innovative digital solutions that support digital transformation, boost customer trust, and open new horizons for financial inclusion in Libya.‎ The event is sponsored by Libyan private sector bank, Al Yaqeen.‎ ‎The 3-day event will include: ‎- Workshops and hands-on challenges on digital payments, customer experience, and financial securi... Sami Zaptia Libya Digital Transformation Financial Inclusion Digital Payments FinTech https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/general-authority-for-telecommunications-and-informatics-launches-2025-frequency-allocation-plan https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/general-authority-for-telecommunications-and-informatics-launches-2025-frequency-allocation-plan Wed, 27 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +0000 The General Authority for Telecommunications and Informatics announced yesterday the launch of the Libyan National Frequency Allocation Plan (LNFP 2025). The Authority says this comprehensive regulatory and legal framework aims to optimize the use of the radio spectrum, a rare and valuable national resource, and a fundamental pillar for supporting Libya's digital transformation. It adds that it comes as part of the implementation of the National Telecommunications and Informatics Strategy, Res... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation Digital Economy Radio Spectrum Management Telecommunications Regulation National Frequency Plan https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-reaches-agreement-with-chinas-huawei-to-resume-operations-in-libya https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/general-authority-for-communications-and-informatics-reaches-agreement-with-chinas-huawei-to-resume-operations-in-libya Thu, 21 Aug 2025 21:46:31 +0000 ‎The General Authority for Communications and Informatics announced yesterday that it had reached agreement with China’s Huawei Libya to ensure the continuation of its activities in Libya in accordance with the legislation and laws in force. It will be recalled that on 17 August the Authority had announced that it was suspending all of Huawei’s Libyan activities because ‘‘ for violating national and international laws and for safeguarding the protection of national security’’. . General... Sami Zaptia foreign investment Telecommunications Regulatory Compliance Cybersecurity Technology Infrastructure https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/new-libyan-artificial-intelligence-system-libigpt-to-be-launched-soon https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/new-libyan-artificial-intelligence-system-libigpt-to-be-launched-soon Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0000 The Libyan Authority for Scientific Research announced last Sunday (17 August) the imminent launch of the new Libyan Artificial Intelligence system, "LibiGPT". Developed by one of its leading Libyan scientific advisors, Dr. Ali Othman Al-Baji, the Authority said it uses the latest Deep Learning technologies and will put Libya at the heart of Artificial Intelligence. Dr. Ali Othman Al-Baji, meanwhile, says the key features of LibiGPT are: Higher accuracy and intelligence in understanding and... Sami Zaptia Scientific Research Artificial Intelligence Digital Sovereignty LibiGPT Deep Learning https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/tripoli-based-military-industries-organisation-opens-libyan-inventor-office https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/tripoli-based-military-industries-organisation-opens-libyan-inventor-office Sat, 09 Aug 2025 11:38:44 +0000 The Tripoli based Military Industries Organisation, part of the Tripoli based Ministry of Defence headed by Prime Minister Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba, announced last Tuesday (5 July) the opening of the "Libyan Inventor" office at the headquarters of the Mechanical Industries Centre on Tripoli’s Sawani Road.‎ ‎The Military Industries Organisation said this comes as part of its strategy to support national competencies, encourage local research and innovation and to expand the base of community partic... Sami Zaptia Libya Manufacturing Strategy Industrial Innovation Military Industries Organisation Technology Development https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/cbl-introduces-the-state-sector-instant-salary-payment-system https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2025/08/cbl-introduces-the-state-sector-instant-salary-payment-system Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:47:09 +0000 ‎The Central Bank of Libya yesterday announced the launch of the "Your / Instant Salary Payment" system to transfer the salaries of public sector employees directly into their bank accounts.‎ The system adopts automatic matching of the data of employees at the Ministry of Finance and the Banking Information and Systems Authority without the need for traditional (slower) payment methods. ‎The bank confirmed that it is working to complete the technical link with commercial banks and the personal... Sami Zaptia Libya Digital Transformation Public Sector Reform Financial Technology Banking Infrastructure https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/11/follow-up-on-project-to-make-libya-a-global-digital-centre https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/11/follow-up-on-project-to-make-libya-a-global-digital-centre Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:50:03 +0000 The chairman of Libya’s state Telecommunications Holding Company (LPTIC), Mohamed Ben Ayad, held a follow-up meeting yesterday to discuss the project to make Libya a global digital centre.‎The meeting discussed LPTIC's strategic vision to make Libya a global digital centre by taking advantage of its strategic geographical location.The project is based on three main pillars: terrestrial and submarine fibre optic cables national data centres the Libya Sat project The LPTIC said the p... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Infrastructure Digital Transformation Fiber Optics Data Centers https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/09/libya-school-of-internet-governance-concludes-its-first-enrolment-in-tripoli https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/09/libya-school-of-internet-governance-concludes-its-first-enrolment-in-tripoli Thu, 19 Sep 2024 21:35:17 +0000 The first session of the Libya School of Internet Governance, which was held in Tripoli between August and September, concluded. This event came after a series of online meetings in August organized by the Anir Initiative in collaboration with the Internet Society of Libya. During the event, a group of local and international experts in the fields of technology and Internet governance were hosted, where knowledge and experiences were exchanged in a fruitful manner. In addition, participants were... Sami Zaptia Capacity Building Cybersecurity Digital Rights Internet Governance Data Sovereignty https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/07/launch-of-national-project-to-measure-spread-of-information-technology https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/07/launch-of-national-project-to-measure-spread-of-information-technology Sun, 28 Jul 2024 18:36:22 +0000 ‎Libya’s state Telecom Holding Company (LPTIC) announced yesterday the launch of a national project to measure the spread of information technology in partnership with the Communications and Informatics Regulatory Authority (CITRA) and the Statistics and Census Authority.The project aims to collect accurate data on the use of information technology by households and individuals, which will contribute to evaluating performance and setting benchmark indicators to assess the development of the ICT... Sami Zaptia Infrastructure Development Telecommunications Policy Digital Transformation Data Collection ICT Sector https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/03/digital-lab-launches-innovations-map-to-connect-libyas-digital-innovators https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2024/03/digital-lab-launches-innovations-map-to-connect-libyas-digital-innovators Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:53:23 +0000 The Digital Lab, a Libyan initiative fostering innovation and digital transformation, today officially launched its highly anticipated innovations map platform, Expertise France informed Libya Herald.This user-friendly online tool will serve as a comprehensive resource, connecting innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and investors across the country. The launch ceremony was held at the headquarters of the General Information Authority in Tripoli."The launch of the Digital Lab's Innovations Ma... Sami Zaptia Digital Infrastructure Entrepreneurship Digital Transformation E-government Innovation ecosystem https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/12/agricultural-technology-conference-to-be-held-27-to-28-december-at-tripoli-university https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/12/agricultural-technology-conference-to-be-held-27-to-28-december-at-tripoli-university Tue, 26 Dec 2023 12:37:29 +0000 The College of Agriculture at the University of Tripoli is holding the First Conference on Agricultural Engineering and Technologies from 27 to 28 December.A member of the conference’s Media Committee, Ahmed Al-Hamali, said in an exclusive interview with Libya Herald that preparations have been completed to begin the conference activities on the 27th and 28th, organized by College of Agriculture and in cooperation with the Al-Namaa Society for Agricultural Engineering, under the slogan of ‘‘agri... Sami Zaptia Food Security Resource Management Sustainable Agriculture Agricultural Engineering Agrotechnology https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/12/eu-and-undp-launch-maharah-initiative-to-train-100-libyan-coders https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/12/eu-and-undp-launch-maharah-initiative-to-train-100-libyan-coders Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:18:59 +0000 The EU Mission in Libya and the UNDP Libya have launched the Maharah (Skill) initiative to train 100 Libyan coders/programmers under the banner ‘‘Code today, change tomorrow’’.The sponsors report that through the Maharat programme participants will learn everything that is required in the technical labour market in the most sought-after programming languages, to give participants the opportunity to enter the field from its widest doors.They explain that Maharah offers training courses by the mos... Sami Zaptia Libya Youth Employment Digital Literacy Technical Training Software Development https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/12/national-economic-and-social-development-board-and-libyan-authority-for-scientific-research-sign-mou-to-support-invention-and-innovation https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/12/national-economic-and-social-development-board-and-libyan-authority-for-scientific-research-sign-mou-to-support-invention-and-innovation Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:02:40 +0000 Last Thursday, the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB), in cooperation with the Libyan Authority for Scientific Research, organised signed an MoU in Tripoli during workshop on ‘‘Inventors and Creators in Libya - Reality, Challenges, and Future Prospects’’. The aim of the workshop was to come up with strategies to support and develop invention and innovation practices in Libya, research centers, and institutions of higher education and scientific research in particular.The work... Sami Zaptia Sustainable Development Entrepreneurship Scientific Research Public-Private Partnership Cognitive Capital https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/raqameyon-launches-pilot-tech-education-platform-to-digitise-primary-education-in-libya https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/raqameyon-launches-pilot-tech-education-platform-to-digitise-primary-education-in-libya Wed, 29 Nov 2023 21:36:07 +0000 At an event in Tripoli, Expertise France, the Ministry of Education, and the General Information Authority launched a digital platform providing interactive and practical tech education in six public schools across Libya.The new platform (called ''Taa'') is part of efforts to digitalise education in Libya and will soon be introduced in selected primary schools in Tripoli, Janzour, Zliten, Benghazi, Sebha, and Misrata as a pilot project set to commence in December 2023.A Libyan private company sp... Sami Zaptia Workforce Development Digital Education EdTech Libya Digital Transformation Primary Education Reform https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/digital-lab-team-meets-in-tripoli-to-follow-up-on-progress https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/digital-lab-team-meets-in-tripoli-to-follow-up-on-progress Sat, 18 Nov 2023 07:39:05 +0000 Expertise France reported Thursday that the Digital Lab team held a meeting Thursday in Tripoli to follow up on progress.It reported that the team met to complete the analysis and inventory of innovations and technical solutions in Libya. It also explored further modern digital technologies and information systems that can be employed to contribute to the development of various sectors in the country.The Digital Lab team consists of representatives from many vital government institutions in Liby... Sami Zaptia Digital Infrastructure Digital Transformation Information Technology E-government Public Sector Innovation https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/tobruk-university-signs-mou-with-germanys-bayreuth-university-on-training-scholarships-and-research https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/tobruk-university-signs-mou-with-germanys-bayreuth-university-on-training-scholarships-and-research Mon, 13 Nov 2023 08:04:41 +0000 German Ambassador to Libya, Michael Ohnmacht, announced yesterday that the German University of Bayreuth and Tobruk University had signed an MoU.The MoU involves: Capacity building. Training. Exchange programmes for faculty members and students. Providing scholarships. Joint research activities. The MoU came through a special conference held in Germany on October 17, 2023, which was supported by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).Commenting on the signing of the MoU,... Sami Zaptia International Education Higher Education Academic Cooperation Libyan-German relations Research Partnerships https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/11th-taqnya-will-be-held-from-13-to-16-november-at-tripoli-international-fairgrounds https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/11/11th-taqnya-will-be-held-from-13-to-16-november-at-tripoli-international-fairgrounds Sun, 05 Nov 2023 19:40:16 +0000 Taqnya, the 11th Libyan International Forum and Exhibition for communications and IT will be held from 13 to 16 November at Tripoli International Fairgrounds.The organisers inform that the event is the largest technology event ever in Libya and will include panel discussions, lectures and workshops on important technical titles:▪️With more than 20 participating countries.▪️More than 50 scientific events between workshops and scientific lectures.▪️More th... Sami Zaptia Telecommunications Digital Transformation Information Technology Libya Tech Technology Exhibition https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/10/benghazi-university-to-hold-4th-international-conference-on-electrical-engineering-and-information-technology-2023 https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/10/benghazi-university-to-hold-4th-international-conference-on-electrical-engineering-and-information-technology-2023 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 06:00:25 +0000 The University of Benghazi will be holding the 4th International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (ICEEIT) from 30 to 31 October.The event is organized by the Libyan Authority for Scientific Research and hosted by the University of BenghaziResearchers, faculty members, and those interested in the field of engineering and information technology will be participating. Sami Zaptia Higher Education Scientific Research Information Technology Academic Conference Electrical Engineering https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/09/microsoft-office-pack-training-launched-in-tripoli-to-be-rolled-out-across-libya https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/09/microsoft-office-pack-training-launched-in-tripoli-to-be-rolled-out-across-libya Wed, 06 Sep 2023 12:06:59 +0000 Training courses on Microsoft Office Pack were launched in Tripoli yesterday as part of the "Raqameyon" programme funded by the French government and implemented Expertise France in cooperation with the General Information Authority,Expertise France report that the training aims to empower public and private sector employees and create job opportunities by spreading digital skills and supporting the development of programmes to develop local digital capabilities throughout Libya.The training use... Sami Zaptia Capacity Building Digital Transformation Workforce Development Public Sector Reform Digital Literacy https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/09/training-sessions-for-libyan-digital-lab-continue-in-tunis-from-3-4-september https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/09/training-sessions-for-libyan-digital-lab-continue-in-tunis-from-3-4-september Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:03:21 +0000 Expertise France in Libya reported Monday that training sessions for the Libyan Digital Lab continue in Tunis from 3-4 September. This follows training sessions in Tunis in March and May this year. In June this year the Libyan Digital Lab team visited France to learn from the French digital transformation experience.The Digital Lab, it will be recalled, was established in October 2022 as an initiative supervised by the General Information Authority with technical support from the E-NABLE project... Sami Zaptia Capacity Building Digital Transformation E-government Public Sector Innovation Libyan Digital Lab https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/09/dimitra-agritech-company-signs-agreement-with-libyas-state-al-assa-agricultural-project https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/09/dimitra-agritech-company-signs-agreement-with-libyas-state-al-assa-agricultural-project Fri, 01 Sep 2023 11:19:30 +0000 Dimitra agritech company and the state AI-Assa Agriculture Project have signed an agreement to introduce innovative technologies to Libyan farmers, Maged Elmontaser, Dimitra Incorporated MENA Regional Director told Libya Herald.The AI-Assa Project is one of the agricultural and animal development projects established by Libya’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. The project consists of 520 farms, each with approximately 10 hectares of land and multiple crops. The project had stopped operatin... Sami Zaptia Food Security Sustainable Agriculture Precision Farming Digital Agriculture Agritech https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/08/economy-ministry-discussing-use-of-artificial-intelligence-to-transform-ideas-into-products-of-economic-value https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/08/economy-ministry-discussing-use-of-artificial-intelligence-to-transform-ideas-into-products-of-economic-value Sun, 27 Aug 2023 14:31:54 +0000 Libya’s Tripoli-based Ministry of Economy and Trade is discussing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform ideas into products of economic value.The discussions took place last Thursday (24 August) during the first meeting of the Artificial Intelligence Committee to study the mechanisms of employing AI to develop the efficiency of economic and institutional performance held at the Ministry.The meeting discussed ways to develop a mechanism to support the process of converting ideas in... Sami Zaptia Digital Transformation Economic Diversification Knowledge Economy Artificial Intelligence Innovation Policy https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/08/expertise-france-implements-workshop-on-data-security-for-several-libyan-entities https://37.27.33.191.sslip.io/2023/08/expertise-france-implements-workshop-on-data-security-for-several-libyan-entities Sat, 26 Aug 2023 07:30:31 +0000 Libya’s Tax Authority reported that it had participated in a virtual workshop last Wednesday implemented by Expertise France on data security.The Tax Authority said the workshop comes within the framework of cooperation between it and Expertise France for receiving technical support and capacity building to advance the strategy of the digital transformation project and put it into practice.The Deputy Director General of the Tax Authority, Omar Al-Zaroug, and his accompanying delegation, attended... 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