NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 11 – A total of 200 early-stage start-ups in Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, and Cameroon are set to receive training opportunities and other forms of support from AfriLabs, a firm that champions innovation in Africa.
The Talent4Startups program will be done in partnership with TechQuest STEM Academy Nigeria, Ibiz Incubation Centre Kenya, Icealex Egypt, Activspaces Cameroon, and Dream Factory South Africa, with 40 percent of the 200 dedicated to women applicants.
Developed and founded by Digital Africa, the integrated initiative will equip participants with the skills necessary to secure positions in startups across Africa and enhance their professional capacity.
The program will span 10 weeks, including 6 weeks of technical training, 2 weeks of hands-on training, and 2 weeks of soft skills development, leading up to a job placement activity on the last day, which promises to be nothing short of a launching pad to success.
Following the training period, participants will undergo a matching process, connecting them with startups and organizations in need of their newfound skills.
“We are excited to be part of this transformative initiative that addresses a critical need in the African startup ecosystem. The Talent4Startups program aligns with AfriLabs’ commitment to fostering innovation and empowering the next generation of tech leaders across the continent,” said Nanko Madu, Director of Programmes at AfriLabs.
The applications for the Talent4Startups program, which is now open, will end on February 25th.
