Zimbabwe's Digital Revolution: 1.5 Million Citizens Set to Gain Essential Tech Skills

In a groundbreaking move to equip citizens with vital digital skills, the Ministry of ICT, Postal & Courier Services has launched two ambitious initiatives aimed at transforming Zimbabwe into a digitally empowered nation. The National Digital Ambassadors Program, alongside the Mobile Digital Truck, is set to capacitate over 1.5 million Zimbabweans, particularly the youth, in essential areas such as digital marketing, basic cybersecurity, e-commerce, and ICT literacy.

At the launch event held today at State House in Harare, the Hon. Dr. T.A. Mavetera, Minister of ICT, Postal & Courier Services, emphasized the government's commitment to digital empowerment. "Our goal is to ensure that every citizen, particularly the youth, is equipped with the necessary digital skills to thrive in today's technological world. These digital ambassadors will not only learn but also pass on their knowledge to their communities, ensuring that the digital revolution reaches every corner of Zimbabwe," she said.

In a show of strong support for the initiative, His Excellency, President Cde E.D. Mnangagwa, urged communities to leverage these new technologies to foster social cohesion and productivity.

"It is crucial that we use these tools not only for individual growth but also to preserve and promote unity and development across the nation."

The handover of the Mobile Digital Truck by Huawei marked a significant milestone in this national digital training effort. The truck, fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology, will bring training directly to underserved communities, making digital education more accessible than ever before.

With this bold step, Zimbabwe is on the path to unlocking its full potential in the digital age, ensuring that no one is left behind in the technological revolution.