Tamkeen to train 60 Bahrainis in ML and AI

Tamkeen to train 60 Bahrainis in ML and AI

The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) announced a strategic initiative to train 60 Bahrainis in machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

The programme, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), aims to address the needs of an ever-evolving digital economy and equipping the local workforce for high quality jobs, in demand both locally and internationally.

In line with its commitment to preparing the national workforce for transformative shifts in the digital landscape, Tamkeen continues to act as a catalyst for ICT skills development.

Since 2022, Tamkeen has successfully facilitated over 1,500 training opportunities spanning diverse domains such as information technology, software engineering, data science, iOS applications development, 3D animation, game development, and more.

These programmes have yielded successful outcomes, with 65 per cent of graduates going on to be employed, gain promotions, or start their own businesses.

Ali Hasan, executive director of programmes and partnership development at Tamkeen, said: “AI and ML platforms are set to transform the business landscape and it is critical that we keep pace by including them in our human capital support initiatives. Tamkeen’s support for these cutting-edge training programmes reflects our unwavering dedication to preparing Bahraini nationals for the jobs of