The Minister of Information, Communication and Technology, Hon. Savannah Maziya, has unveiled a new digital skills training programme that will benefit 300,000 emaSwati. The initiative, launched yesterday, is made possible through a partnership between the Government of Eswatini and the United Arab Emirates.
The project, known as the Udacity Coding Programme, aims to give emaSwati access to free training in areas such as Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals, Data Science, Programming, and Android Development. Certificates of completion will be awarded to participants, creating opportunities for further learning and employment.
Minister Maziya described the programme as a gateway to global opportunities, saying it would empower emaSwati to take part in the fast-growing digital economy. She noted that the training is also intended to nurture creativity, problem-solving and resilience, which are key drivers of innovation.
The Ministry has called on stakeholders to play a role in ensuring the success of the programme across the country. Internet service providers have been urged to zero-rate or subsidise data costs so that learners in rural areas can take part. The private sector, donors, and community leaders are being encouraged to provide devices, digital labs and mentorship opportunities, while the Ministry of Education and Training is expected to assist in converting schools and community halls into centres for digital learning.
Registration for the programme is now open through the official government portal at https://coderseswatini.gov.sz.
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