Month: January 2024

The GI-TOC, with support from the U.S. Department of State, is coordinating a capacity building program for investigative journalists in Mauritania, Cape Verde, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, The Gambia, and Senegal. This program aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of West African journalists in order to combat transnational organized crime and illicit trafficking. The GI-TOC has a strong partnership with Poseidon and The Consortium of Media Innovation and Social Communication (CMICS) in delivering this training. The main objective of this program is to strengthen the capabilities of West African investigative journalist networks in addressing transnational organized crime. This will be achieved by improving their investigative skills and knowledge on human trafficking,

The Power Learn Project (PLP) is an organization dedicated to making a positive impact on the African continent by empowering young Africans with essential technology skills and promoting comprehensive talent development. Our mission includes providing training, facilitating skill acquisition, managing talent, and promoting mobility, all with the goal of helping young Africans secure meaningful employment opportunities. We drive transformative change among African youth by offering high-quality, decentralized technology training that equips them with the necessary skills for the future. Benefits This 16-week course offers participants an immersive experience in coding languages, supplemented by entrepreneurship and employability skills. Upon completion of the program, graduates will have the ability to start their

The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa), a renowned institution for tech entrepreneurship training in Africa, is pleased to announce that applications for the Class of 2025 are now open. This fully sponsored program, spanning 12 months and based in Accra, offers a distinctive training experience to aspiring entrepreneurs, enabling them to transform their ideas into successful startup businesses. The program encompasses various modules such as software development, go-to-market strategies, sales strategies, UI/UX Design, communications, and more. Benefits The comprehensive one-year training program aims to equip candidates with the necessary skills and knowledge to pitch their startup ideas for funding and launch businesses that address local and global challenges

NITDA has collaborated with Coursera for Cohort 3 of Coursera courses to provide learning scholarships that allow Nigerian citizens to acquire professional certifications from renowned multinational tech companies (such as Meta, Google, IBM) and top-ranked US universities. Mrs. Hadiza Umar, Head of Corporate Affairs and External Relations at NITDA, explained that this partnership allows selected learners to access top-notch educational content from renowned universities and industry leaders like Yale, Meta, Google, and IBM. Coursera will also assist the Nigerian government in enhancing the technical capabilities of the country’s youth and developing IT talent. By collaborating with Coursera, Nigerian learners will have the opportunity to access Coursera’s Professional Certificates portfolio. This

The Lagos Innovates Idea Hub Program, an initiative of the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, aims to provide support to early-stage tech-enabled ventures. This 12-week incubation program offers relevant skills, networking opportunities, and mentorship from industry experts to help these ventures achieve a minimum viable product and establish a competitive and sustainable brand. Benefits Participants in the program will benefit from business incubation and coaching by experienced mentors from Lagos Innovates. They will also gain access to a wide network of government, corporates, startups, and investors. Additionally, administrative services such as legal, accounting, and HR will be made available to them. As part of the program, founders will have the

NiYA, the Nigerian Youth Academy, is at the forefront of Nigeria’s transformative journey, serving as a beacon of empowerment and igniting a vision for a resilient tomorrow. Our resounding commitment is to empower and train 7 million youth within the next 2 years, propelling the nation’s future forward. We believe in the power of innovation, regional collaboration, and global perspectives, envisioning a landscape where Nigerian youth become architects of positive change. We invite you to join us on this transformative journey as we delve into the strategic initiatives of the Nigerian Youth Academy, designed to mold a future where empowerment knows no bounds. Our mission goes beyond empowerment and training;

The Transforming Nigerian Youths program is designed to establish a network of young entrepreneurs and leaders in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector in Nigeria. This initiative is brought to Nigeria through a collaboration between the Young Africa Works-Mastercard Foundation and the Enterprise Development Centre, Pan-Atlantic University. EDC is partnering with the Foundation to enhance the capabilities of 40,000 MSMEs, with a particular focus on the agriculture and creative sectors, especially women-led businesses in Nigeria. The training will be delivered through EDC’s online learning platform and IVR (Interactive Voice Response), ensuring accessibility for all learners, regardless of their location. The program’s core objectives include: Transforming the mindset of

The Women Techsters Bootcamp aims to offer suitable learning opportunities for participants to acquire relevant coding skills, kickstart their careers, or bridge knowledge gaps in emerging technologies. This program is a 3-week introductory class designed for girls and women aged between 16 to 40 years. It covers five learning tracks, namely Cybersecurity, Data Analysis, Product Design, Product Management, and Software Development. Eligibility Please note that this application is open to women residing in Nigeria, Ethiopia, Egypt, DR Congo, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Algeria, South Sudan, Morocco, Angola, Ghana, Mozambique, Madagascar, Sierra Leone, Rwanda, Liberia, Gambia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Criteria During the selection process, all successful applicants will be