Author: anwaar

As part of its efforts to support digital transformation and strengthen the capacity of higher education institutions in Libya, EU4Skills launched a Training of Trainers (ToT) programme on digital skills for academics and university professors.

The programme was first delivered from 17 to 21 May 2026 at Saraya Al-Hamra University in Tripoli, bringing together academics from universities and higher education institutions across the country. Designed to equip educators with the knowledge, tools, and methodologies needed to integrate digital skills into teaching and learning, the training focused on creating a multiplier effect, enabling participants to transfer their newly acquired expertise within their institutions.

Building on previous capacity-building activities implemented in collaboration with ESPRIT University in Tunisia, the programme introduced participants to innovative teaching methodologies and approaches to digital curriculum development. Through a combination of theoretical and practical sessions, academics explored the integration of digital technologies into higher education and strengthened their ability to deliver modern, learner-centred education.

The Training of Trainers programme was also delivered in Benghazi from 21 to 25 June 2026, hosted by the College of Electrical and Electronic Technology, bringing together another group of academics and university professors from eastern Libya. The sessions covered the same core themes, with participants developing practical skills in digital teaching methodologies while exchanging experiences and strengthening collaboration between higher education institutions.

By delivering the programme in multiple regions, EU4Skills is expanding access to quality professional development opportunities for university educators across Libya. Through this Training of Trainers approach, the project is helping universities build sustainable in-house expertise, supporting the integration of digital competencies into higher education and preparing graduates with the skills needed for an increasingly digital labour market.

These activities come as part of the EU4Skills project, funded by the European Union, co-funded by the French Government, and implemented by Expertise France in partnership with Libyan institutions.

As part of its efforts to strengthen Libya’s financial sector and support the development of inclusive financial services, EU4Skills continues to implement capacity-building activities targeting key financial institutions. Through its support to the Institute of Banking and Financial Training Studies (IBTFS) and its collaboration with the Central Bank of Libya (CBL), the project is contributing to the development of institutional capacities needed to advance financial education and literacy initiatives in Libya.
The initiative began with the institutional capacity-building programme for IBTFS, aimed at strengthening the institute’s role as a centre for professional development within Libya’s banking sector. Implemented through several stages, the programme focuses on enhancing training governance, developing training programmes, strengthening quality assurance mechanisms, improving e-learning approaches, and building the capacity of trainers.

As part of this support, an IBTFS delegation participated in a study tour to Cairo from 22 to 24 June 2026, visiting the Egyptian Banking Institute (EBI) to exchange expertise and explore best practices in the management of banking training institutions. The visit covered key areas including training needs assessment, programme design, Train-the-Trainer (ToT) approaches, e-learning systems, and quality assurance. These exchanges are supporting IBTFS in strengthening its institutional model and enhancing its ability to deliver specialised training programmes for Libya’s financial sector.

Building on this institutional foundation, EU4Skills is supporting the Central Bank of Libya in empowering the capacities required to implement the National Financial Inclusion Strategy 2025–2029, which aims to expand access to safe, affordable, and accessible financial services while supporting a more inclusive financial ecosystem in Libya. Financial literacy represents a key component of this broader vision by improving citizens’ understanding of financial services and encouraging informed financial decision-making.


To support this work, EU4Skills is mobilising regional financial experts to bring knowledge and experience in developing financial literacy initiatives and strengthening institutional approaches to financial education. This cooperation enables Libyan stakeholders to benefit from regional expertise and international best practices while adapting approaches to the Libyan context.
Through these combined efforts, EU4Skills is supporting both institutional strengthening and knowledge transfer within Libya’s financial sector. By developing the capacities of IBTFS, supporting the Central Bank of Libya, and facilitating regional exchange, the project contributes to building the foundations for a more inclusive, resilient, and modern financial system.
These activities form part of the EU4Skills project, funded by the European Union, co-funded by the French Government, and implemented by Expertise France in partnership with Libyan institutions.

As part of its commitment to supporting Libya’s transition towards a greener and more sustainable economy, the EU4Skills project continues to foster partnerships that strengthen technical and vocational education in emerging sectors. Recognizing the growing importance of renewable energy in Libya’s economic future, the project is working with national partners to equip trainees and trainers with the skills needed to support the country’s green transition.

On 13 May 2026, Expertise France, through the EU4Skills project, signed an implementation agreement with the Petroleum Training and Qualifying Institute – Sabha, affiliated with the National Oil Corporation (NOC). The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation to develop practical training programmes in renewable energy, combining theoretical instruction with hands-on learning to strengthen the technical capacities of students and trainers. The signing ceremony brought together representatives from the National Oil Corporation, the Petroleum Training and Qualifying Institute – Sabha, the Delegation of the European Union to Libya, and Expertise France, reaffirming their shared commitment to investing in Libya’s future workforce.

The partnership was translated into action with the launch of a specialised renewable energy training programme held in Tripoli from 31 May to 11 June 2026, hosted by the Libyan Center for Solar Energy Research and Studies. The programme targeted 13 third-year students and four trainers from the Petroleum Training and Qualifying Institute – Sebha and combined classroom instruction with practical applications. Participants received training in photovoltaic and solar thermal systems, occupational health and safety, simulation software, renewable energy policies, green hydrogen production and storage, fuel cell technologies, and energy auditing in accordance with ISO 50002 standards.

The programme concluded with a three-day field exercise during which participants designed and installed an 18 kWp solar-powered water pumping system, allowing them to apply the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the training in a real-world setting. The initiative also strengthened the capacities of the institute’s trainers, ensuring that expertise can continue to be transferred to future cohorts of students and contribute to the long-term sustainability of renewable energy education in Libya.

Through its collaboration with the National Oil Corporation and the Petroleum Training and Qualifying Institute – Sabha, EU4Skills continues to support the development of specialized technical skills that respond to the needs of the green economy. By investing in institutional partnerships and practical capacity building, the project contributes to preparing a new generation of professionals capable of supporting Libya’s transition towards sustainable energy and economic diversification.

These activities form part of the EU4Skills project, funded by the European Union, co-funded by the French Government, and implemented by Expertise France in partnership with Libyan institutions.

The EU4Skills project continues to implement a comprehensive set of capacity-building activities aimed at supporting the development of higher, technical, and vocational education in Libya. By strengthening institutional capacities and investing in the professional development of education leaders and administrators, the project contributes to building more effective, responsive, and future-oriented education systems.

Complementing these efforts, EU4Skills organized an advanced Microsoft Power BI training programme for administrative staff of the Ministry of Technical and Vocational Education, held from 4 to 8 May 2026 in Tripoli. The five-day training introduced participants to business intelligence tools and advanced data analysis techniques, enabling them to transform institutional data into interactive dashboards and visual reports. By strengthening participants’ ability to collect, analyse, and communicate data effectively, the programme supports evidence-based planning, monitoring, and decision-making across Libya’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system.

In addition, EU4Skills organized a week-long study tour to Italy, which concluded on 22 May 2026 and brought together a high-level Libyan delegation representing national institutions, universities and technical colleges, and the private sector. The study tour provided an opportunity to explore Italian approaches to higher education and employability governance, graduate tracking systems, career guidance, and cooperation between universities and the private sector.

Through institutional visits in Rome and Turin, including exchanges with the Italian Ministry of University and Research, the National Research Council, the National Agency for the Evaluation of Universities and Research Institutes (ANVUR), the National Institute for Public Policy Analysis (INAPP), the AlmaLaurea consortium, and the Italian Libyan Chamber of Commerce, participants gained insights into performance evaluation, graduate tracking, vocational education, academic-industry partnerships, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. The exchange contributes to ongoing efforts to operationalize Libya’s national framework for enhancing graduate employability and to develop practical mechanisms for better aligning education outcomes with labor market needs.

Together, these initiatives reflect EU4Skills’ integrated approach to capacity building. While the Power BI training enhances the analytical and operational capacities of public administrators responsible for managing Libya’s TVET sector, the Italy study tour promotes institutional learning and knowledge exchange on graduate employability and education governance. By investing in data-driven governance, institutional learning, and international knowledge exchange, the project is helping strengthen resilient education institutions capable of responding effectively to national priorities and the changing demands of the labour market.

These activities form part of the EU4Skills project, funded by the European Union, co-funded by the French Government, and implemented by Expertise France in partnership with Libyan institutions.