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In Indonesia's West Java, 89% of women say learning digital skills matters more than just having technology. New research shows teaching digital marketing and online business skills directly expands income opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
Over 18,000 people in conflict-affected regions of Nigeria just got equipped with digital skills that could transform their futures. The three-year program focused on closing the gender gap in tech and giving vulnerable communities a fighting chance in the digital economy.
The Economic Community of West African States is urging policymakers across 15 nations to invest in artificial intelligence and digital skills training. This strategic push could unlock economic opportunities for millions across the region. #
Young Colombians are turning digital skills into real opportunities through entrepreneurship and innovation. A new UN-backed program is making sure these opportunities reach underserved communities across the country.
Colombia is turning internet access into real opportunity by training over 200,000 young people in digital skills that lead to jobs and entrepreneurship. The program focuses on closing the gap between connectivity and meaningful economic participation, especially in underserved regions.
More than 2,700 young Kenyans just gained real skills to launch careers in their country's booming digital economy. The government-backed program taught everything from video editing to AI tools in just five days.
A free skills program backed by the African Union is giving young South Africans the digital training they need to thrive as automation reshapes work. The initiative combines online courses in AI, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship with real-world mentoring and career support.
Thailand is bringing competitive video gaming into classrooms nationwide, transforming esports from entertainment into a pathway for students to develop digital skills for the creative economy. The Ministry of Education will launch the program through existing school clubs, focusing on technology, analytical thinking, teamwork, and self-management.
Six Nigerian states just secured a major partnership to bring digital skills training and innovation hubs to millions of residents through 2030. The agreement aims to ensure no one gets left behind as the digital economy grows.
Seven Ghanaian junior high schools will receive computer labs and hands-on tech training through a new partnership aimed at closing the digital divide. Over 4,000 students will gain practical ICT skills that textbooks alone can't teach.
Stanbic Bank Ghana just launched free digital marketing training for small business owners who want to compete online but don't know where to start. The program focuses on women and youth entrepreneurs who face the biggest barriers to growth.
Nigeria's tech agency just completed digital literacy training for 50 people with disabilities, opening doors to careers in the country's growing digital economy. The program tackles a critical barrier: millions of Nigerians face platforms that simply don't work with assistive technologies.
Nigeria and Finland just signed a major digital partnership backed by €23 million in EU funding to train tech talent and strengthen Africa's digital economy. The deal positions Nigeria as a rising force in global innovation.
Gabon just launched a five-year program to teach digital skills to citizens and government workers across the country. The Smart Africa Digital Academy will offer free training, online courses, and tech innovation programs starting this month.
In just one year, Ghana Digital Centres Limited transformed hundreds of young lives through skills training and startup support. The program turned digital education into real careers across the country.
In a region recovering from conflict, 100,000 young people in Borno State gained digital and vocational skills in 2025 through UNICEF programs. The initiative is transforming lives by helping youth transition from learning to earning while supporting out-of-school children.
Nearly 22,000 people over 60 across Spain just learned how to navigate the digital world, from booking doctor appointments to staying connected with family. The free program proves you're never too old to master new technology.
In a district where students had no access to computer training, one graduate turned a single laptop into a thriving learning center serving 40 students. His story shows how targeted financial support can unlock opportunity in overlooked communities.
Ethiopia is betting big on its future with its largest-ever federal budget and five million citizens newly trained in technology. From massive tree-planting to democratic reforms, the nation is showing what steady progress looks like.
Young Ghanaians are learning cutting-edge tech skills through a UN program that connects digital innovation with feeding their nation. The Code for Food Security Fellowship shows how the next generation can use AI to solve real-world problems.
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