Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) is a governmental body in Qatar responsible for shaping the country's digital landscape. Established to drive the development of information and communication technology (ICT) in Qatar, MCIT has been active since the early 2000s, with significant milestones including the launch of the e-Government project in 2003 and the establishment of the Supreme Council for Communication and Information Technology (ictQATAR) in 2004. MCIT focuses on enhancing Qatar's digital economy through various initiatives and programs, including the GovAI Program, SMEs Go Digital, and the TASMU Accelerator, which support entrepreneurs and small businesses in enhancing their digital capabilities.

MCIT provides value to portfolio companies through various programs aimed at enhancing digital capabilities, including the GovAI Program for integrating AI into public services, the SMEs Go Digital initiative for empowering SMEs, and the Scale Now program to support entrepreneurs in achieving success.