Nyeri County governor Mwalimu Mutahi Kahiga (3rd left) with Kodris Africa and Commonwealth Business Women Africa Kenya Chapter officials who paid a courtesy call on him.
Governor Mutahi Kahiga Has Supported The Initiative Fronted By Two Private Firms And Which Will See Learners Trained On Latest Digital Skills
By WILFRED MUCHIRE
Worth Noting:
- By partnering with Commonwealth Business Women Africa Kenya Chapter and gaining the backing of the Nyeri County government leadership, the organization is poised to make significant strides in equipping local youth with the tools they need to thrive in the digital age.
- The collaboration is expected to among other things; Integrate KICD – approved coding content into the curriculum of the Nyeri schools, Train teachers in effectively delivering coding lessons and Provide students with access to quality coding resources and infrastructure.
- Other components that will be derived in the initiative include fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among young people in the county.
There are plans to equip students in Nyeri county schools with coding skills that will enable them to be more competent with the digital economy.
The initiative being spearheaded by two private entities will see the students trained latest digital skills.
The organizations spearheading the move are Kodris Africa and Commonwealth Business Women Africa Kenya Chapter.
Yesterday, representatives from the two firms had a consultative meeting with Nyeri Governor Mwalimu Mutahi Kahiga and some of senior officials in the concerned departments where they explored areas of cooperation in the initiative.
The Kodris Africa team was led by its chairman Mwaniki Munuhe and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mugumo Munene, while the other firm was led by the chairman Pauline Warui.
The meeting focused on plans to equip students in the county schools with coding skills through the utilization of Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) approved content.
Governor Kahiga expressed his unwavering support for the initiative.
“This is a great innovation and it is something we need to have done yesterday. Our children need this to be competent drivers of the digital economy. I fully endorse it. We will collaborate with all stakeholders from the Ministry of Education and the entire political leadership within the county to guarantee that our children acquire these valuable skills. We must stay ahead of the game,” he said, adding “Our children are talented and deserve the best opportunities to learn and grow. By supporting initiatives like this, we are equipping them with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century.”
The governor further highlighted the potential of remote opportunities, citing a call centre in Nyeri that serves customers in the United States of America and the exceptional talent pool it has discovered locally.
“Our young people can learn skills that enable them to serve the world remotely,” the governor emphasized, commending the initiative as “an excellent undertaking.”
Kodris Africa, a leading provider of coding education, aims to bridge the digital skills gap in Africa.
By partnering with Commonwealth Business Women Africa Kenya Chapter and gaining the backing of the Nyeri County government leadership, the organization is poised to make significant strides in equipping local youth with the tools they need to thrive in the digital age.
The collaboration is expected to among other things; Integrate KICD – approved coding content into the curriculum of the Nyeri schools, Train teachers in effectively delivering coding lessons and Provide students with access to quality coding resources and infrastructure.
Other components that will be derived in the initiative include fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among young people in the county.
The initiative marks a significant step towards empowering Nyeri’s youth with the skills and opportunities necessary to succeed in the rapidly evolving global landscape.
The Kodris Africa CEO noted thus; “We are thrilled to have Governor Kahiga’s support for this vital initiative. His commitment to equipping Nyeri’s youth with coding skills will pave the way for a brighter future for generations to come.”
On her part, Ms Warui quipped, “Investing in our youth’s digital literacy is crucial for their success in the global economy. We are proud to partner with Kodris Africa and Governor Kahiga to make coding education accessible to all students in Nyeri.”
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