Amman, Sept. 28 (Petra) - Orange Jordan announced on Sunday the launch of the "Digital Solutions Hackathon for the Tourism Sector." Targeted at university students across the Kingdom, the initiative aims to develop innovative solutions that promote inclusive tourism and address the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in accessing tourism services, according to a company statement.

The hackathon will run from October to December 2025, with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MOTA) contributing through the appointment of a dedicated mentor and a jury member to support students and evaluate their ideas. This initiative serves as a platform for student creativity, combining technology and innovation to advance the tourism sector and enhance its inclusivity for all.

University students from various fields can register to participate through the online platform dedicated to the hackathon, with details shared by Orange Jordan through its official channels. Participants will be evaluated based on the feasibility and innovativeness of their ideas, with the top teams selected to develop prototypes of technological solutions that serve the tourism sector in an inclusive and sustainable manner. Winners will be announced in conjunction with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3.

The initiative is part of the company's celebration of World Tourism Day, observed annually on September 27.

//Petra// AF