Expert trains 100 young Africans in digital skills

More than 100 young Africans have been trained in practical digital skills as part of ongoing efforts to bridge the continent’s digital divide and prepare youths for opportunities in the global digital economy.

The intensive training, which covered the use of Artificial intelligence, UI/UX design, product development, data literacy, and emerging technologies, was facilitated by a technology expert, Emmanuel Brendan, in partnership with Veronica Anthony Foundation, TechnRise DTI and other development partners.

The exercise drew participants from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and other African countries through community learning platforms and tech hubs as part of mentorship and capacity-building initiatives across the continent.

Speaking on Tuesday, the facilitator and Senior UI/UX Designer and Product Engineer, Emmanuel Brendan, said, “Digital literacy is no longer optional. It is the new literacy. If young Africans master digital skills today, they will not only secure jobs but also create solutions that solve local and global problems.

That is how we build Africa’s digital future.

“I have dedicated a significant part of my career to mentorship, education, and talent development through structured training programmes, workshops, community initiatives, and one-on-one mentorship sessions and career guidance to help participants transition from learning to earning.

“The curriculum was designed to be human-centered and practical, enabling youths without prior tech backgrounds to grasp design thinking, product engineering, and user experience principles”.

Brendan urged youths to acquire skills that match 21st-century demands, adding that Africa’s youthful population can become its greatest economic asset if properly skilled for the digital age.

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