Accelerating Youth Opportunities through AI Skills Development

The African Centre for Women in ICT (ACWICT), in partnership with Microsoft, the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE), and the International Organisation of Employers (IOE), is proud to offer youth in the Inclusive Digital Futures (IDF) programme access to globally recognised Artificial Intelligence (AI) training.
This collaboration brings together leading global and national institutions to equip young people with future-ready digital competencies, ensuring they are well positioned for opportunities in the evolving digital economy.

Why This Matters

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming how we work, create, and do business. Building AI literacy is no longer optional—it is essential for:
  • Enhancing employability and competitiveness
  • Unlocking online work and digital enterprise opportunities
  • Enabling innovation across sectors, including agribusiness and SMEs

Available AI Training Courses

Participants are required to complete the following two self-paced courses:
1. AI Fluency Programme
A comprehensive course designed to build a foundational understanding of AI concepts, tools, and applications across industries.
Access the course here: https://learn.ioe-emp.org/courses/ai-fluency-en/#c=A
2. AI for SMEs Programme
Focused on practical application of AI in business, this course equips learners with skills to improve productivity, decision-making, and enterprise growth.
Access the course here: https://learn.ioe-emp.org/courses/ai-for-smes-en/#c=A2

Call to Action

All participants are strongly encouraged to begin and complete these courses as a mandatory requirement for progression to the next stage of the programme, including participation in physical bootcamps and graduation.
Certificates will be issued upon completion and will form part of your professional portfolio, demonstrating your readiness for employment, entrepreneurship, and participation in the digital economy.

Our Commitment

Through this partnership, ACWICT and its partners are committed to ensuring that no young person is left behind in the digital transformation journey. By investing in AI skills today, we are unlocking opportunities for sustainable livelihoods tomorrow.