Konza Partners With Acyberschool To Train 1M Kenyans

Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Acyberschool to train one million Kenyan youths in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity.

The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday at the just concluded Connected Africa Summit at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi 2024. This five-year partnership aims to empower young Kenyans and equip them to thrive in the digital economy.

John Paul Okwiri, KoTDA CEO, emphasized the significance of the partnership in enhancing the Jitume program and accelerating digital skills development in Kenya.

“This partnership with Acyberschool will enable us to train Kenyan youth on AI, emerging technologies, and cybersecurity solutions,” Okwiri stated. “This means that in the near future, we shall enhance our ability to have more jobs in the digital space.”

He added that the phased program is a top priority for both partners and believes that through mobilising resources together, they will be able to achieve a strategic advantage in delivering Jitume programs.

Currently, the Jitume Programme is being led by Konza Technopolis, the ICT Authority, and TVETS Authority, in collaboration with private sectors. Together, they are providing specialized training and resources. The MoU aligns with the goals of the Jitume Digital Skills Programme, a collaborative effort to develop Kenya’s digital workforce.

Evalyn Oloo, CEO of Acyberschool and Chairperson of the Africa Cybersecurity and AI Foundation (ACAIF), urged Kenyan youth to seize this opportunity to acquire the skills needed for future jobs.

“Cybersecurity and AI are emerging areas which are key to the new digital jobs,” Oloo remarked. “We are training Kenyans for the future of work, and I would like to encourage all young people to take this opportunity, train, and acquire the relevant skills required to thrive in the digital industry.”