Microsoft Surface Pro 8 now available in Egypt

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 now available in Egypt

Microsoft Egypt is announcing the general availability of the Surface Pro 8 in the Egyptian market. Organizations in Egypt will be able to purchase the latest Microsoft Surface Pro from local authorized Microsoft device partners. The devices are built to be modern and designed to enhance productivity, promote innovation and ensure safety and security.

Launched in September last year a global chip and processor shortage has led to its slow rollout. The latest model of Microsoft’s 2-in-1 laptop, Surface Pro 8 starts at $1099.99

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I’m excited to announce the launch of the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 in Egypt, says Finn Morris, Surface Business Group Director at Microsoft Middle East and Africa, speaking about the devices coming to Egypt. “The new Surface device aims to unlock the potential of today’s digital workforce and enable industries to reach new heights“, she adds.

Surface Pro 8 Egypt

The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 gets a big improvement from its predecessor with a larger screen, new ports and the latest hardware. It comes powered by Windows 11 and runs on an 11th generation Intel core processor. Supports up to 32 GB of RAM and removable 256 SSD or 1T HDD of storage. Sports a 13-inch 120Hz display, two USB C Thunderbolt 4 ports. It has a vibrant display with a 10MP 4K rear-facing camera and is very slim and light weighing 891g. Check out the device hands-on review of Pro 8 below to learn more about the new changes.

Microsoft recently launched the Surface Pro 8 and Surface Laptop Studio in the UAE and Qatar. We can expect to see them launch in the South Africa market shortly.

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Cairo ICT 2021, Microsoft showcases innovations in Cloud, AI, Security, and modern work

Cairo ICT 2021, Microsoft showcases innovations in Cloud, AI, Security, and modern work

Cairo ICT 2021 is underway in Egypt and Microsoft is taking the opportunity to showcase its latest technological innovations in the areas of the Cloud, AI, Security and modern work. It is also showing off the latest Surface products, the Surface Pro 7+, Surface Laptop Go and Surface Go 2.

The international telecom, information, technology and media trade fair and forum event is taking place from 7-10 November. The event is co-locating with PAFIX 2021 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center, New Cairo.

We are delighted to be participating as Official Cloud Sponsor at the 25th edition of Cairo ICT, says Mirna Arif, Country Manager, Microsoft Egypt. We are looking forward to welcoming you at our booth to reimagine together a stronger future for Egypt. And to explore how organizations can harness the power of technology to thrive in an increasingly digital economy, she adds.

Microsoft will be participating and contributing to the conversation on the Digital Challenge during the event. Mirna will join other technology leaders to discuss “How ICT is changing the face of the world”. Other Microsoft discussions to look out for include:

  • 8th – Cloud-Tech & DevOps – Mr. Chadi Haddad, Data & Ai Regional Director, Microsoft
  • 9th – IoT & IIoT – Leading the way to Industry 5.0 – Ahmed Farag, Public Sector Industry Lead, Microsoft

You can find the Microsoft Egypt booth on the Cairo ICT 2021 event floor at Hall E stand 3E2. Where you can have a hands-on with their products and learn about their solutions.

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Microsoft to award 1K graduates with DX technologies scholarship

Microsoft to award 1K graduates with DX technologies scholarship

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Microsoft is partnering with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Egypt, to launch a Digital Transformation (DX) technologies scholarship to build the capacities of 1,000 graduates. The scholarship aims to refine the skills of graduates and qualify them to contribute to the tech renaissance in Egypt.

It will provide knowledge and know-how in advanced DX technologies through intensive digital training, virtual classes and practical exercises. Trainees will receive certificates at the end of the training. The training tracks include DevOps, data science, cloud infrastructure management, cloud app development and database management.

The scholarship program also seeks to give the trainees the skills needed to compete in both the local and global markets. Click to register and participate in the scholarship program.
https://www.globalknowledge.com/en-eg/training/special-offers/Ministry-of-Communications-Scholarship

Microsoft believes in the importance of building youth skills, says Mirna Arif, Country General Manager, Microsoft Egypt. 

“ … and enhancing their digital capabilities in the competitive labour market to accelerate digital transformation in Egypt towards a knowledge-based digital economy. Technology is an integral part of the workplace today, and businesses need employees who can increasingly work with new technologies.”

The MCIT says the scholarship is within its Egypt Vision 2030 framework and strategy of forging a digital society. And part of the agreement between the Egyptian government and Microsoft to digitally transform entities in the administrative apparatus of the state.

Microsoft Egypt is working with other organizations in Egypt as part of its goal of developing the youth’s digital skills. Through the Tawar w Ghayar initiative and Vodafone Begin platform, it supports entrepreneurs, startups and freelancers to find work opportunities. Microsoft is also deploying capacity building solutions and resources in 8 National Academy of Science and Skills applied technology schools.

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Microsoft opens 2nd Surface market in Africa as devices arrive in Egypt

Microsoft opens 2nd Surface market in Africa as devices arrive in Egypt

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Microsoft is expanding its Surface devices market in Africa as it opens a new market in Egypt. The company is officially launching Surface Pro 7, Surface Laptop Go and Surface Go 2 for organizations in Egypt. This will increase the Surface market in Africa to two with South Africa being the only other market.

We are pleased to share the next step in our journey to support organizations and businesses says Mirna Arif, Country Manager, Microsoft Egypt, with the introduction of Surface Pro 7+, Surface Laptop Go and Surface Go 2.

It comes as no surprise to see Egypt become a market this quick as Mirna was the immediate Surface Business Group Director for the Middle East and Africa. It will be interesting to see the adaptation and growth of the devices in Egypt.

There is no immediate mention of prices. Microsoft says you can make an order for the devices through authorized device partners in Egypt. Alternatively, you can register your interest and find out more about the devices through Microsoft Certified Distributor, Redington Egypt.

Finn Morris, Surface Business Group Director at Microsoft Middle East and Africa notes, “We’re excited to introduce Surface products to the Egyptian market. Offering a new, Windows-powered alternative in the devices segment that balances security, aesthetics, speed and versatility.”

The announced Surface devices are currently heavily on discount across various markets and I will expect these to be as well. Microsoft also recently hosted an event to announce a new generation of Surface devices. The Surface Pro 8, Surface Duo 2, Surface Go 3, Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Pro X. I expect these new devices to be available to the Egypt market next year.

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Egypt to accelerate justice delivery at Economic Courts with Microsoft digital justice platform

Egypt to accelerate justice delivery at Economic Courts with Microsoft digital justice platform

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The Egypt Ministry of Justice’s (MOJ) Economic Courts (EC) will be able to provide quicker and more accessible justice to Egyptians using the Microsoft Dynamics 365 based digital justice platform. This is a collaboration between the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Microsoft Egypt and local Microsoft partner, Link Development.

Egypt’s EC is a specialized court that focuses on resolving economic and commercial disputes. Entrusted with serving citizens and safeguarding local and foreign investments in Egypt. The EC is the first judicial body to take a full digitalization leap to boost the justice system’s performance and improve the county’s worldwide bank ranking.

Based on D365, Link Development has delivered a flagship digital justice platform with a powerful backend that automates and integrates end-to-end judiciary processes and services. Including legal case filing, assignment, scheduling, distribution, transfers, management, and others.

Through an integrated online portal, citizens, lawyers, and legal case stakeholders can register, e-file new cases, follow up on cases’ progress, set appointments, receive judges’ decisions, make e-payments, and more.

Automating Egypt’s Economic Courts is part of the government’s digitalization strategy to create a more productive and transparent justice system that citizens and investors can rely on“. Says, Counselor Ahmed Khairy, Assistant Minister of Justice, Egypt Economic Courts. It’s a national project driven by his excellency Abd El Fatah Al Sisi’s directives to realize Egypt’s 2030 vision. We are happy with the measurable performance improvements delivered by the digital justice platform since its launch. We are very impressed too with Link Development for facilitating our digital transformation”, he adds.

Mirna Aref, General Manager, Microsoft Egypt: “We believe that Egypt Economic Courts’ Digital Justice Platform is a key milestone in accelerating digital transformation across the judiciary system in Egypt.  The digital justice platform will empower EEC’s and the Ministry of Justice to serve justice with greater efficiency and transparency, in an integrated, secure and intelligent way. At Microsoft, we stand ready to partner with government entities in Egypt to promote the adoption of digital services across all sectors, enabling a competitive digital economy in line with Egypt Vision 2030. We trust that our partners, such as Link Development, can achieve more success stories in driving the government’s digital transformation.”

We are honored to cooperate with Egypt’s Economic Courts“, says Joseph Sameh, Business Solutions, General Manager, Link Development. He adds, “The automation, customization, and integration of such a matrix of mission-critical judicial processes and legal case practices have been an invigorating mission. We will continue to enrich the D365 e-justice platform and put our resources, knowledge, and expertise to help Egypt’s Economic Courts achieve their digital vision and growth.”

The first phase of digitalization of the Economic Courts was launched during Cairo ICT 2020. The fresh milestone includes the roll-out of new e-services and tools.

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