Airtel Africa Foundation Launches “Tech For Her” Program to Upskill African Women
Airtel Africa Foundation launches Tech For Her—empowering women in Kenya, Uganda, and Zambia with high-demand digital skills...
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The Airtel Africa Foundation launched its "Tech For Her" program, a five-week online initiative providing digital skills training to young women in Zambia, Uganda, and Kenya, in partnership with Tertiary DNS. Applications opened on August 7, 2025.
- The program offers over 100 hours of training in areas like Linux administration, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
- Dr. Segun Ogunsanya, Chair of Airtel Africa Foundation, emphasized the program's commitment to gender equity, reserving 30% of slots for women from rural and underserved communities and 40% for applicants from low-income households.
- Graduates scoring 90% or above qualify for internships at Airtel Africa and structured mentorship.
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Airtel Africa Foundation Launches 'Tech For Her' Program Across Africa - August 2025
The Airtel Africa Foundation has launched its significant 'Tech For Her' Program, a pan-African initiative designed to empower young women with crucial digital skills for the tech industry. This program specifically targets women in Kenya, Uganda, and Zambia, aiming to upskill them through a five-week online initiative. Applications for the program officially opened on August 7, 2025. This initiative is a core part of Airtel's commitment to fostering digital inclusion and creating opportunities for women across the continent.
