01. Stakeholder Mapping for Climate Action: Leveraging Awareness, Policy, and Technology
Iraq, recently designated as a climate risk country, faces multifaceted challenges stemming from climate change, necessitating a united front from diverse stakeholders. To orchestrate transformative change, comprehensive stakeholder mapping is pivotal. This process involves identifying and assessing the influence and responsibilities of government agencies, NGOs, private sectors, academic institutions, and civil society organizations. By understanding each stakeholder's role in climate change mitigation and adaptation, strategies can be devised to foster collaboration and engagement effectively. The ultimate objective is to integrate the strengths and expertise of all stakeholders, thereby propelling Iraq towards sustainable development in crucial sectors such as energy, agriculture, cities, and industry. Through collective efforts, the aim is to mitigate the adverse impacts of the climate crisis and pave the way for a more resilient and sustainable future in Iraq.
02. EdTech in Iraqi Formal Education: A brief on the future potential and the current situation
The significance of technologically-driven education, or EdTech, has gained prominence globally, particularly underscored during the COVID-19 pandemic. In Iraq, the education system grapples with numerous challenges, such as multiple school shifts, teacher shortages, and weak infrastructure. EdTech emerges as a transformative solution, offering avenues like online education and learning management systems (LMS) to address these issues. However, hurdles persist, including an outdated curriculum and restrictive policies from the Ministry of Education, hindering the efficacy of EdTech. The sudden transition to online education, driven by the pandemic, led to skepticism. This brief explores various EdTech initiatives in Iraq, such as Eduba and the T3leem platform, highlighting their challenges and emphasizing the need for a thoughtful reintroduction of EdTech to enhance communication, enrollment, and overall educational quality in the Iraqi context.
03. Data Utilization in Iraq: An Analysis of the Current Scene Through the Lenses of Iraqi Data Analysts, Employees, and Experts
Iraq stands as a global focal point, drawing interest from various entities eager to harness available and potential data. However, the utilization of data in Iraqi enterprises remains at a nascent stage, presenting significant challenges to implementing a data-centric shift in business operations. To remain competitive, Iraqi companies must tackle issues such as a limited understanding of data's importance, a scarcity of skilled data analysts, and a lack of diverse data sources. KAPITA's research delves into the current state of data utilization in Iraq, revealing insights from key informant interviews and quantitative surveys. Challenges include a restricted supply of qualified data analysts and a pervasive lack of awareness about the transformative potential of data among Iraqi companies. The study highlights the scarcity of data sources, predominant use of spreadsheets over advanced tools, and the need for concerted efforts to drive awareness and skill development. The research aims to catalyze a data-driven paradigm shift in Iraqi businesses, encouraging informed decision-making and fostering a culture of continuous learning and adaptation.
04. Iraqi Stock Exchange Market Overview And Sector Performance Analysis
Since its establishment in 2004, the Iraqi Stock Exchange (ISX) has encountered a dynamic journey, influenced by global models like the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and assisted by NASDAQ's technological interventions. The transition to electronic trading and a central depository system marked a significant shift, enabling online trading. However, the ISX has faced volatility, with spikes in traded shares attributed to notable events like AsiaCell's IPO and the entry of money transfer corporates. The COVID-19 pandemic further impacted the ISX in 2020, leading to a decline in trading sessions and shares. This report delves into each sector of the ISX, examining trends, performance, and challenges. Notably, the banking sector's growth contrasts with the declining number of listed companies in the industry sector. The report also explores the ISX's foreign exchange launch, challenges impeding its growth, and the broader context of Iraqi laws and stability affecting investor confidence. Offering a thorough overview, this report provides valuable insights into the ISX's evolution, comparative analysis with regional stock exchanges, current issues, and showcases trading companies within the ISX.
