ArabFinance: Cairo For Investment and Real Estate Development (CIRA) is partnering up with Orcas to develop an online distance learning platform, according to a press release.

The new platform will offer the first-of-its-kind blended learning programmes to serve in creating better communication between tutors and students.

This joint project will contribute to improving the quality of modern education in Egypt in line with the Egyptian government’s plan to limit private tuition.

The blended learning programmes will be offered through Orcas’ platform and the 21 schools affiliated with CIRA.

CIRA is an Egypt-based company, operating in the investment field across diversified sectors, including education, construction and real estate, health care, information technology, and support services.

Orcas is a Cairo-based company that assists parents and students to connect with private tutors nearby or online.