Orange Jordan and GIZ Launch a Specialized Program to Empower Startups with Financial Literacy

Orange Jordan has announced the launch of the "Finance Forward: Empowering Entrepreneurs Through Financial Literacy" program, in partnership with the GIZ. This initiative is part of the "Innovative Approaches for Financial Inclusion of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Jordan" project, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The program works to enhance the financial knowledge of entrepreneurs, startups, and MSMEs across Jordan. Targeting five key governorates-Amman, Zarqa, Irbid, Karak, and Aqaba. The program offers specialized training designed to equip participants with essential skills for effective and solid financial planning and informed decision-making.

The program enhances participants’ capabilities in financial management and business development, and informed decision-making to economically empower them and support the sustainable growth of their ventures. Its primary audience includes early-stage entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners, and youth professionals interested in launching their businesses. It also engages local business communities across Jordan.

Orange Jordan is dedicated to supporting local entrepreneurs by providing essential financial knowledge and practical tools that foster sustainable growth. Through this program, as part of its broader strategy to drive innovation and nurture a knowledge-based economy, the company continues to equip students, youth, and entrepreneurs with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in today’s business environment. 

Ulrich Haas, Project Commissioner of "Innovative Approaches for Financial Inclusion," highlighted the foundational role of financial literacy in achieving sustainable economic growth. He stated, "Financial literacy is a cornerstone of sustainable economic development. Through our collaboration with Orange Jordan, we are proud to support entrepreneurs and small businesses across the Kingdom, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to grow and create sustainable employment opportunities in Jordan.”

Through this initiative, Orange Jordan continues to invest in communities by supporting aspiring entrepreneurs and driving sustainable business growth, further reinforced by its incubators and accelerators.

To learn more, please visit our website: https://orange.jo/en 

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About Orange Jordan 

Orange Jordan, with over 1800 employees across nearly 300 shops and locations throughout Jordan, strives to provide the best customer experience through an integrated set of digital solutions including fixed lines, mobile lines, internet, data, and Smart Life Solutions to around 4.6 million customers in Jordan.

Orange Jordan is a subsidiary of Orange Global Group, which is present in 26 countries worldwide.  In line with the Group’s strategy "Lead the Future” and through its positioning as a true responsible digital leader, Orange Jordan supports the national digital transformation vision. Orange Jordan prioritizes community service, and in this context, it implements a comprehensive CSR strategy that revolves around 4 pillars including digital education, digital inclusion, entrepreneurship, climate, and environment.

In addition to serving individual customers, Orange Jordan offers tailored solutions for businesses through its sub-brand, (Orange Business).

To learn more, please visit our website: www.orange.jo.

About Orange

Orange is one of the world’s leading telecommunications operators with revenues of 40.3 billion euros in 2024 and 127,000 employees worldwide at 31 December 2024, including 71,000 employees in France. The Group has a total customer base of 291 million customers worldwide at 31 December 2024, including 253 million mobile customers and 22 million fixed broadband customers. These figures account for the deconsolidation of certain activities in Spain following the creation of MASORANGE. The Group is present in 26 countries (including non-consolidated countries). 

Orange is also a leading provider of global IT and telecommunication services to multinational companies under the brand Orange Business. In February 2023, the Group presented its strategic plan "Lead the Future", built on a new business model and guided by responsibility and efficiency. "Lead the Future" capitalizes on network excellence to reinforce Orange's leadership in service quality.