Government of El Salvador and IDB Launch “Digital Economy” Platform.

The Ministry of Economy (Minec) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) have launched the “Digital Economy” platform. This initiative aims to integrate and connect the various actors within El Salvador’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem, while promoting the digital and technological services sector. Seguir leyendo Government of El Salvador and IDB Launch “Digital Economy” Platform.

Closing the Digital Gap: El Salvador and Starlink Revolutionize Education in La Unión Islands.

Through a tweet, Starlink praised El Salvador and the Ministry of Education for their efforts in reducing the digital divide: “One-third of humanity remains offline, and many users only have basic connectivity. The Ministry of Education in El Salvador—among many others around the world—is installing Starlink in schools to help close the digital divide.” Seguir leyendo Closing the Digital Gap: El Salvador and Starlink Revolutionize Education in La Unión Islands.

Students in Rural Areas Have Access to High-Speed Internet through “My New School” Initiative.

The Ministry of Education (Mined) has announced that over 800 students and teachers from five schools in rural areas of Chalatenango and La Unión now have access to high-speed internet through the “My New School” initiative. Seguir leyendo Students in Rural Areas Have Access to High-Speed Internet through “My New School” Initiative.

El Salvador Launches First Bitcoin Programming Course for Computer Science Students.

This business strengthening has increased demand for trained personnel in cryptocurrency software development. In this context, the Bitcoin Office (ONBTC) announced that on Monday, April 24th, the country will launch the first specialized training program in this type of technology, called CUBO+. Seguir leyendo El Salvador Launches First Bitcoin Programming Course for Computer Science Students.

El Salvador and BCIE sign cooperation agreement for $625,000 for Roque Dalton Presidential Scholarships.

The Salvadoran Ministry of Finance and the President of the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (BCIE), Dante Mossi, signed a non-refundable cooperation agreement worth $625,000 for the Roque Dalton Presidential Scholarship program. Seguir leyendo El Salvador and BCIE sign cooperation agreement for $625,000 for Roque Dalton Presidential Scholarships.

First Lady Gabriela de Bukele Launches Baby Libraries for Early Childhood Development.

As part of the “Crecer Juntos” (Growing Together) law, which guarantees that early childhood exercises its rights and receives quality comprehensive care, a total of 15 baby libraries were launched today by First Lady Gabriela de Bukele. These spaces provide library and play services for early childhood, their families, and pregnant women, with the aim of promoting reading enjoyment, fun, play, and emotional bonds. Seguir leyendo First Lady Gabriela de Bukele Launches Baby Libraries for Early Childhood Development.

BCIE Increases Contribution to Roque Dalton Scholarship Program.

The Banco Centroamericano de Integración Económica (BCIE) for El Salvador has announced an increase in their support for the Roque Dalton Presidential Scholarship program. The program provides access to university studies for young people throughout El Salvador, covering the full cost of tuition, as well as food, housing, transportation, and more. Seguir leyendo BCIE Increases Contribution to Roque Dalton Scholarship Program.