By Chioma Okoye

Significant shift is taking place across Africa, not in big boardrooms or government offices, but in community spaces, Zoom calls, and training bootcamps. It’s a movement led by young people, for young people. 

And right in the thick of it is Digify Africa, a youth-led organization on a mission to close the digital skills gap across the continent.

According to them, they are not just teaching tech, they’re helping young people build real careers and take control of their futures. One of the biggest ways they’re doing that? A program called Digify Pro, a 10-week digital marketing bootcamp for unemployed youth in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria. It’s fast-paced, hands-on, and incredibly effective. So far, over 400 people have graduated from the program, and more than 90% of them landed jobs or internships afterwards.

But behind those stats are real stories. People who showed up uncertain about their future and walked away with skills, confidence, and a community that has their back. Meet Rejoice Orjiene, One of those stories belongs to Rejoice Orjiene, a standout graduate from Digify Pro Online 5.0. Before joining the program, Rejoice was in the same boat as many young people: talented, motivated, and full of potential but struggling to break into a crowded job market. She didn’t have formal digital marketing experience, but she had drive. And that was enough to get her in the door. Once the program started, Rejoice didn’t waste a second. She threw herself into learning everything from social media strategy and SEO, to content creation, analytics, and campaign planning. It wasn’t just about picking up skills, she was figuring out who she was and what she could bring to the table. Week by week, she gained confidence, found her voice, and started to see her own potential in a new light. By the end of the 10 weeks, Rejoice wasn’t just a graduate, she was a rising star.

From Student to Standout, Rejoice’s progress caught attention quickly. Digify Africa featured her journey on their Instagram, alongside other talented grads from her cohort. Each post celebrated more than just course completion, it highlighted the creativity, resilience, and determination that powered these young people through the program. And it’s not just about recognition.

These spotlights send a powerful message: that there are smart, capable, hardworking young Africans out there just waiting for the right opportunity.  For Rejoice, Digify Pro wasn’t just a course. It was a turning point. And hers is just one of hundreds of stories proving that when young people are given the tools, support, and space to grow, they’ll run with it. Digify Africa isn’t just training marketers. They are helping shape a generation of digital leaders, people who are ready to build businesses, tell stories, solve problems, and bring fresh ideas to the table. The Bigger Picture for Digify Africa is about access. About making sure that no matter where someone comes from, they have a shot at a career in the digital world. Whether it’s through. Digify Pro or any of their other programs, their mission stays the same: empower African youth to thrive in a digital economy. And they’re just getting started.