Libya has announced the launch of its first AI Youth Club in the city of Bani Walid, marking a strategic push towards empowering young people with future-driven digital skills. The initiative, revealed by the Ministry of Youth through the Dinar Martyrs Centre for Youth Care, is designed to equip Libyan youth with practical knowledge in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
The opening ceremony was attended by the centre’s Director General, Eng. Wael Idris Al-Jadak, and Head of the Girls’ Section, Ms Maryam Sultan. During the introductory session, the supervising technical team delivered a simplified presentation on artificial intelligence, explaining its modern applications across sectors including education, healthcare, governance, finance and cybersecurity.
The session also outlined the club’s strategic roadmap under the leadership of Eng. Ezzedine Kajaman. The plan focuses on structured training programmes, specialised workshops and innovation-driven activities aimed at strengthening programming, data analysis, digital ethics and robotics skills among the youth. Officials noted that the club will operate as an incubator for talent, offering young participants access to tools and mentorship necessary to compete in fast-evolving digital markets.
The establishment of the AI Youth Club aligns with Libya’s broader national vision for digital transformation. The Ministry of Youth has repeatedly affirmed that building technological literacy is no longer optional in a global economy shaped by automation and smart systems. By integrating artificial intelligence into early training, the ministry aims to prepare a generation capable of driving innovation rather than merely adapting to it.
According to the centre, the new club will not only serve as an educational platform but also as a bridge between theoretical learning and applied development. Upcoming phases include partnerships with universities, technology providers and international training networks to ensure continuous upgrading of skills and access to global expertise.
The initiative underscores Libya’s commitment to fostering a knowledge-based economy and encouraging youth-led digital development. Officials emphasised that investing in AI education today represents a direct investment in economic diversification and long-term national competitiveness.
