Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia has officially launched TechStart, a large-scale digital skills development program aimed at training 125,000 young Ethiopians in digital and cloud technologies over the next three years.
This initiative is designed to empower youth with future-ready skills while accelerating Ethiopia’s transformation into a tech-enabled economy.
Partnership with AWS for Global-Standard Training
TechStart is being rolled out in partnership with:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Skills Center
- AWS Educate
Through this collaboration, participants will benefit from:
- Foundational digital training in cloud computing and emerging technologies.
- Access to ongoing learning resources to build career pathways.
- Opportunities to align with international digital standards.
The program also supports the Vodacom Group’s Africa-wide initiative to upskill one million young people within three years.
Open Access for Ethiopian Youth
Registration for TechStart is open to all Ethiopians aged 18 and above who hold an active Safaricom line or SIM card.
To further enhance accessibility:
- The Safaricom Ethiopia Foundation will sponsor certification fees for top-performing students.
- Learners who complete their courses with distinction will gain globally recognized credentials, helping them break financial and career barriers.
Driving Digital Transformation in Ethiopia
By launching TechStart, Safaricom Ethiopia is expanding its role beyond telecom services to become a:
- Driver of youth empowerment
- Champion of digital literacy
- Catalyst for Ethiopia’s economic development
The initiative also contributes to Africa’s digital talent pipeline, supporting regional efforts to strengthen the workforce for a rapidly digitizing global economy.
Conclusion
With TechStart, Safaricom Ethiopia is empowering the next generation of Ethiopian youth with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive in the digital age. This landmark initiative marks a step forward in building Ethiopia’s knowledge economy, while creating long-term impact across Africa’s innovation and technology landscape.
