L-R: MD/CEO, Manifold Computers Ltd, Gbemiga Delano; The Country Manager, Great Place to Work Nigeria, Otamere Fredrick Elegon; Lead, Power Learn Project, Nigeria, Ajo Balogun and Founder/CEO, Utiva, Eyitayo Ogumola during an event held in Lagos.
By Moses Nosike
Power Learn Project, an impact organization that offers accessible and affordable tech training for youth across Africa, hosted a groundbreaking event in Nigeria with the theme “Fostering Collaboration for Tech Talent Development in Africa.” The event’s aim was to bring together industry stakeholders, organizations, and potential partners to explore opportunities for collaboration and create pathways for job opportunities for learners in Nigeria.
The event took place on 31st May in Lagos at the Lagos Motor Boat Club, Ikoyi, and served as a platform to showcase the achievements and impact of the Power Learn Project in empowering learners with essential tech skills. Recognizing the importance of collaboration in fostering tech talent development, Power Learn Project is calling upon potential partners who share their vision and commitment to join forces.
Power Learn Project firmly believes that collaboration is key to unleashing the full potential of Africa’s tech talent. By partnering with organizations, they aim to create impactful initiatives that bridge the gap between training and employment, providing learners with the necessary pathways to secure meaningful job opportunities in the technology industry.
“We are thrilled to invite potential partners to join us in this exciting endeavor of fostering collaboration for tech talent development in Africa. Through strategic partnerships, we can amplify our impact, create more opportunities, and empower learners to thrive in the tech sector. Together, we can shape the future of Africa’s digital workforce.”Power Learn Project’s Chief of Growth & Operations, Mumbi Ndung’u, stated.
The event featured an engaging panel discussion, networking sessions, and presentations showcasing the success stories of learners who have benefited from Power Learn’s training program. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with key industry players, explore collaboration prospects, and contribute to the advancement of tech talent development in Nigeria and beyond.
Launched in April 2022 in Kenya, Power Learn Project (PLP) is a Pan African organization working to drive transformative change by empowering youth through providing quality, affordable, and decentralized software development and smart technologies training and opportunities for work after that. PLP currently has a presence in over 5 African countries and an estimated 10,000 software developers in training, with its first cohort of 1000 graduating in December 2022. These developers are then provided with several pathways ranging from upskilling to jobs and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Power Learn Project is an impact organization aiming to drive transformative change for African youths by powering them with relevant skills through providing quality and decentralized tech training.
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