Free computer science schools to be set up to develop tech talents


KUALA LUMPUR: An innovative peer-to-peer computer science school called 42 Malaysia (42MY) will be established in a joint venture between Khazanah Nasional Berhad (Khazanah) and Sunway Education Group (SEG) to accelerate the development of 10,000 skilled tech talents within the next decade.

According to Khazanah in a statement yesterday, 42MY is part of a global movement with a network of 47 campuses across 26 countries which offers a unique education opportunity free of charge for individuals aged 18 years and above, regardless of education and socioeconomic background.

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