More than 10.8 million people now study on
Coursera across the Middle East and North
Africa (MENA). In 2024, they boosted generative
AI (GenAI) course enrollments by 128%
year‑over‑year.
A solution is within reach. Offering multilingual
AI and cybersecurity courses, scholarships for
women, and integrating micro-credentials into
degrees and national upskilling programs can
boost learner participation and benefit the
overall workforce. These steps will help ensure
MENA’s large‑scale digital initiatives deliver
inclusive, sustainable growth.