Dubai (UrduPoint / WAM / 01 April 2026 AD) The Knowledge Fund Foundation announced the launch of its strategic plan for the years 2026-2028, which represents an ongoing commitment to advancing… Dubai‘s education And enhancing investment in national talent, in line with the emirate’s vision of building a sustainable, knowledge-based economy and a more prosperous and cohesive society.
The new plan is consistent with Dubai education The 2033 strategy is closely linked to the objectives Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) f Dubai The Social Agenda (S33) reflects integrated institutional efforts to support and promote comprehensive development DubaiIts global status center For knowledge and education.
The strategic plan reflects the transition to an advanced implementation phase that focuses on translating strategic priorities into measurable impact by 2028, through three main pillars:
• Enabling impactful and sustainable educational initiatives that improve the quality of life and promote a more empowered and cohesive society.
• Enhancing the efficiency of educational asset management and land allocation systems to support future growth of the sector.
• Achieving financial sustainability and increasing investment revenues to support educational initiatives and projects Dubai.
During the new strategic cycle, KFE will continue to implement high-quality educational initiatives aimed at expanding access and improving learning outcomes. the Dubai The school project is witnessing rapid growth supported by ongoing expansion plans, as it is expected that more than 1,000 new seats will be added annually, bringing the total capacity to more than 7,000 students during the current session. This growth is also supported by the expansion of the Nad Al Sheba campus The decision It will be opened at the beginning of the next academic year, reflecting the growing demand for a model that blends quality education with national and global identity. The best Practices.
KFE will also continue to expand its range Dubai The Distinguished Students Programme, which currently includes more than 20 schools, with a strategic direction to expand its reach to Emirati students across the country United Arab EmiratesEnhancing investment in national talent and developing future leadership skills.
In parallel, young man The Investor Program is moving beyond its pilot phase to a broader model that includes more schools and educational levels, targeting more than 20,000 students by 2028, which reflects its increasing impact and sustainability.
The plan also includes initiatives to encourage Emirati teachers to join the private sector school sector through attractive career paths, in addition to the annual applied research grant program that brings together teachers, researchers, academic institutions and private sector partners to develop innovative solutions that enhance Dubai‘s education Ecosystem.
As part of efforts to increase the sector’s capacity, the Kuwait Education Fund aims to accelerate the allocation of educational assets in priority areas during the 2026-2028 plan period, allowing the creation of more than 35,000 new student seats through the allocation of more than 30 educational assets by 2028. This will support the launch and expansion of high-quality educational projects that enhance the sector’s competitiveness and diversify educational offerings. Throughout the emirate.
This trend reflects a strategic vision that places educational assets as a primary key driver Achieving qualitative growth by attracting projects that provide added value in educational models, academic paths, operational efficiency and sustainability.
KFE will continue to strengthen integration with regulators and investors to ensure alignment between asset allocation and sector needs, with a focus on enabling investors in low-fee schools to access the right assets, helping to reduce costs to parents while maintaining quality and sustainability.
In the context of enhancing financial sustainability and diversifying sources of income, the Foundation continues to develop a balanced investment approach to support priority educational initiatives and projects, supported by a strategic portfolio of assets and investments exceeding 1 UAE dirham. one billion.
The Fund is also exploring opportunities to expand its investment portfolio, enhance flexibility in revenue streams, and thus enhance its ability to support more educational initiatives consistent with its strategic objectives.
KFE adopts a prudent investment strategy that balances growth in investment returns, mitigation of risks and preservation of asset value over the long term, in line with… The best Practices in investment management.
In this context, the KFE Foundation is working to establish an official endowment fund supported by a specialized investment strategy, to serve as a sustainable financial pillar to support scholarships, educational programs, and research and innovation initiatives, while providing a transparent platform for donors and partners to contribute to long-term educational and social impact.
On this occasion, Ahmed Abdul Karim Julfar, Chairman of the Board of Directors, presented the meeting blackboard He said from the Knowledge Fund Foundation: “The launch of the strategic plan 2026-2028 reflects the Foundation’s commitment to advancing DubaiThe future vision of a competitive and sustainable knowledge economy, through enhancing investment in… education And developing effective strategic partnerships that support qualitative growth of the sector.
He pointed out: “This plan also reflects our aspiration for further strengthening DubaiIts global status center For knowledge and innovation, and promoting knowledge investment as a key enabler of comprehensive development and long-term economic prosperity.
In this regard, Abdullah Mohammed Al Awar, CEO of the Knowledge Fund Foundation, said: “The new strategic plan represents a comprehensive executive framework that focuses on developing high-quality educational projects and enhancing harmonization between… education results and the future economy, and contribute to making a tangible and sustainable impact across the sector and society.
He added: “During the next phase, the Foundation will continue to accelerate the implementation of strategic initiatives, expand institutional partnerships, and strengthen Dubai“Its attractiveness as a global destination for academic institutions and learners, in support of achieving knowledge-based economic and social development goals.”
Through its new strategy, the Knowledge Fund Foundation confirms its commitment to developing a society that is more prepared and sustainable for the future education Ecosystem, aligned with DubaiAspirations and strengthening its position as a leading global destination for quality education And knowledge opportunities.