Konza Technopolis Development Authority has signed an agreement with an IT training school to train the youth on Artificial Intelligence and cybersecurity.
The partnership with Acyberschool will train one million youth and help them thrive in the digital economy.
The agreement was signed on Wednesday at the ongoing Connected Africa Summit 2024 at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi.
It will be implemented in five years and both parties will collaborate to mobilise resources.
KoTDA CEO John Paul Okwiri said the deal will also boost the Jitume Digital Skills programme.
“This partnership with Acyberschool, will enable us to train Kenyan youth on AI, emerging technologies and cybersecurity solutions. This means that in the near future, we shall enhance our ability to have more jobs in the digital space,” he said.
The agreement will be undertaken in phases.
Acyberschool CEO Evalyn Oloo urged the youth to take advantage of the training to prepare themselves for future jobs.
“Cybersecurity and AI are emerging areas which are key in the new digital jobs. We are training Kenyans for the future of work and I would like to encourage all young people to take this opportunity to train and acquire the relevant skills needed in the digital industry,” she said.
The Connected Africa Summit 2024 started on Monday and ended yesterday.
During the summit, industry players were urged to leverage on young people and advance the digital space.
Currently, Konza Technopolis, ICT Authority and TVETS Authority are spearheading the Jitume Programme by partnering with private sectors to provide specialised training and resources.