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Shape Africa's Digital Future

Empower your digital transformation journey with open-access courses, webinars, and resources, freely available as Digital Public Goods to foster global innovation, inclusivity, and sustainable development across Africa.
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Smart Africa Digital Academy provides learning resources for Africa to accelerate digital transformation across the continent.

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Skills tailored specifically to meet your needs.

Choose your field to discover innovative ways to enhance your skills and find relevant courses.

Courses and Webinars

Our courses, webinars, and masterclasses for policymakers provide the skills needed to manage technological advances, fostering effective governance, data-driven decisions and improved public services in an ever-changing digital world.

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Policy Labs

Our Policy Labs foster innovation and strategic thinking in public policy, serving as collaborative spaces where experts across disciplines test new ideas through pilot projects and experiments, crucially shaping effective policies and addressing complex societal challenges.

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Communities of Practice (CoP)

Join our community of practice for policymakers to share insights, collaborate on solutions, and drive impactful digital transformation together.

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Skillset for the Future of Work

Equipping youth with technical and soft skills to ensure that they are prepared to thrive in future careers and adapt to new opportunities as they arise.

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Entrepreneurship and mentorship

Ignite your entrepreneurial journey with our mentorship programs. Gain invaluable guidance, refine your skills, and thrive in the dynamic world of business.

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Youth Chapters

Empower the next generation with our Youth Chapters program. Inspire leadership, foster innovation, and shape future leaders for a brighter tomorrow.

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Teachers Skills for Innovation

Providing teachers with the tools, skills and methods to use technology innovatively in the classroom to create more engaging and effective learning environments.

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Teachers' STEAM portal

Empower your teaching with our STEAM's Portal, find and access resources, collaborate with peers, and enhance your digital classroom experience.

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STEAM's Engagement

A program for students and teachers integrates hands-on activities, hackathons, real-world problem solving, and collaborative projects to enhance understanding and enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

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Digital Skills Assessment tools

Assess your skills with our Digital Literacy Assessment. Identify gaps, enhance your knowledge, and excel in the digital world.

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Digital Transformation Digests

Digital Transformation digests offer citizens concise learning nuggets designed to quickly enhance digital skills and facilitate effective adaptation to rapidly changing technological environments.

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Digital Literacy Outreach and Campaigns

A digital literacy and awareness campaign for citizens aims to educate and empower individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely and effectively navigate digital technologies and the internet.

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Specialization & Certifications

Enhance your skills and knowledge with our specialized courses, gain expertise and industry recognition in the latest digital strategies, and become a leader in driving successful innovations in your field.

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Training of Master Trainers

Join our Train-the-Trainer programs to gain expertise and earn trainer accreditation in your field, enabling you to contribute to your community through national scale-up initiatives.

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Expert Networks

Connect, collaborate, and innovate with our Peer-to-Peer network. Transform your digital strategy through shared insights and collective expertise.

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Training Partners

Academic Partners and Training Providers

Our partnership with academic and training institutions is crucial for driving sustainable digital transformation in Africa through targeted skilling and upskilling. By collaborating with universities, technical schools, and specialized institutes, SADA ensures that educational programs meet current industry needs and incorporate both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. These partnerships not only prepare a skilled workforce for future challenges but also extend access to diverse resources and innovative teaching methods, essential for fostering a learning ecosystem that supports innovation and economic growth across the continent.
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Scholarship

Scholarship Scheme

The Smart Africa Scholarship Scheme is an initiative designed to support the development of the next generation of African leaders in technology and innovation.

Focused on enhancing the digital skills of young Africans, the fund provides scholarships to outstanding students across the continent, enabling them to pursue advanced education in fields such as information technology, engineering, and digital entrepreneurship.

This project not only helps bridge the digital divide but also fosters a knowledgeable and skilled workforce that can drive the continent's digital economy forward.

By investing in education and training, the Smart Africa Scholarship Fund aims to empower individuals, strengthen communities, and contribute to sustainable economic growth throughout Africa.
Events

Event Sponsors

SADA engages sponsors for its events at national, regional, and continental levels by presenting a compelling value proposition that aligns with the goals of potential sponsors.

These events, such as the Digital Skills Forum, offer sponsors visibility and the opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to fostering digital literacy and transformation in Africa.

SADA leverages its network and platforms to provide sponsors with tailored sponsorship packages, strategic branding opportunities, and direct engagement with key stakeholders and decision-makers, ensuring that sponsors receive significant return on investment while contributing to the digital advancement of the continent.
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