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LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship Joins Consortium to Manage the Centre of Excellence in Gaming and Animation (CEGA)

The LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship (LCE) has joined a consortium of partners, led by HUM TV Network, to manage the Centre of Excellence in Gaming and Animation (CEGA). CEGA is an initiative funded by the IGNITE Fund and the Ministry of IT & Telecom to develop Pakistan’s digital economy by providing training to gaming and animation start-ups and building a strong ecosystem for these industries across the country.

Pakistan has a rapidly growing community of passionate game developers and animators who are either working with software companies and gaming studios or freelancing their talents. With its presence in Karachi and Lahore, CEGA seeks to uplift this talent pool, elevate it to a global level, and position Pakistan as a regional hub for gaming and animation. Through this initiative, start-ups can apply to the CEGA incubation programme, receive mentorship from industry experts, attend training workshops, utilise co-working spaces, and gain access to valuable investment opportunities.

As a knowledge partner, LCE will contribute through specialised workshops, training sessions, and curriculum development, ensuring that incubated developers, animators, and entrepreneurs not only gain technical expertise but also the entrepreneurial skills needed to make their mark in the global creative economy.

Jazib Zahir, Director, LCE, shares, “LCE is very excited to support the nationwide CEGA initiative. Gaming and animation are among the most dynamic industries today, and through CEGA, entrepreneurs in these sectors will be encouraged to take their ideas further and scale them into more impactful ventures through mentorship and training. The trainings will focus on key areas such as building prototypes, collecting and analysing data, identifying market needs, and much more. There is immense potential in gaming and animation, and through CEGA, entrepreneurs will gain a structured, disciplined approach to succeeding in these creative fields.”

LCE’s participation in CEGA reinforces the Centre’s commitment to driving economic growth and innovation in Pakistan by nurturing start-ups across diverse industries, including gaming and animation.

For more details, please visit https://cega.com.pk/

October 17, 2025 News, Press Release Comments Off on LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship Joins Consortium to Manage the Centre of Excellence in Gaming and Animation (CEGA)

LCE Signs MoU with MDX Innovation Hub, Middlesex University Dubai, to Foster Cross-Border Entrepreneurship

The LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship (LCE) is proud to announce the signing of an MoU with the MDX Innovation Hub at Middlesex University Dubai. This partnership marks a significant milestone in fostering regional collaboration and expanding the international footprint of start-ups in Pakistan and the Middle East.

As interest in the Middle Eastern market continues to grow among mature Pakistani start-ups—particularly those in the tech sector—this partnership comes at a strategic time. Many start-ups have already made inroads into the region, highlighting the growing potential for cross-border entrepreneurship.

With this MoU, both institutions aim to strengthen connections between academia and the start-up landscape, enabling long-term growth through shared learning and actionable opportunities.

“The signing of this MoU between Middlesex University Dubai’s Innovation Hub and LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship marks a significant step forward in fostering cross-border collaboration between academic institutions in the UAE and Pakistan,” said Professor Fehmida Hussain, Head and Founder of the MDX Innovation Hub.

“By joining forces, we are creating a platform that leverages the unique strengths, resources, and entrepreneurial ecosystems of both countries. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to nurturing innovation, empowering future leaders, and building a more connected and resilient startup landscape across the region.”

The MoU outlines a broad framework of cooperation, including:

  • Joint research and entrepreneurial projects focused on cross-border challenges and opportunities.
  • Knowledge exchange through co-hosted workshops, guest lectures, and co-branded content that amplify regional insights.
  • Start-up-focused events and competitions held in Lahore and Dubai to build innovation networks across borders.
  • Short-term exchange programmes for start-ups, offering founders immersive experiences in local markets to gain direct insight and build partnerships.
  • Collaborative contributions to LCE’s Knowledge Hub through articles, podcasts, and case studies that capture learnings and trends from both ecosystems.

These efforts aim not only to support mid-to-late stage startups exploring international growth, but also to enable students, faculty, and industry leaders to participate in shaping a future-ready entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Jazib Zahir, Director of LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship, added, “LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship is pleased to initiate collaborations with Middlesex University Dubai. We’ve found synergies in our priorities around curriculum design, knowledge sharing across geographies, and the pursuit of ventures—particularly in technical spaces. We look at this agreement as a way to give our stakeholders, particularly incubated ventures, access to additional resources and exposure.”

The MoU further reaffirms LCE’s commitment to enabling meaningful cross-border opportunities for startups while aligning with MDX Dubai’s mission to build impactful and inclusive innovation ecosystems.

Together, we look forward to shaping the next chapter of entrepreneurship between Pakistan and the UAE.

June 10, 2025 Press Release Comments Off on LCE Signs MoU with MDX Innovation Hub, Middlesex University Dubai, to Foster Cross-Border Entrepreneurship