Celebrating the Digital Skills Graduation of 290 Youth in Kenya's DigiTruck Project

290 Graduates Celebrated in Huawei's DigiTruck Initiative

On March 17, 2025, Homa Bay, Kenya, reverberated with excitement as 290 young individuals celebrated their graduation from the Huawei DigiTruck project. This noteworthy event spotlighted the successful culmination of a six-week training program designed to empower participants with essential digital skills, a critical resource in today's technology-driven landscape.

The DigiTruck initiative, under Huawei’s TECH4ALL digital inclusion initiative, has made substantial strides since its inception. The program primarily focuses on imparting invaluable skills such as computer literacy, digital marketing, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. Out of the total graduates, 143 women and 147 men emerged ready to tackle new challenges within the digital realm.

Dr. Raymond Omollo, Principal Secretary for the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration of Kenya, emphasized the importance of digital skills in modern society, stating, "Digital skills are no longer optional—they are mandatory. Whether starting an online business, working remotely, or leveraging technology, digital literacy unlocks opportunities."

One remarkable aspect of the DigiTruck project is its mobility; the fully solar-powered vehicle is not only equipped with workstations and Internet connectivity but also designed to reach remote communities that might otherwise lack access to such training resources. Since its launch in 2019, the DigiTruck has successfully trained over 6,030 youths across 36 counties, focusing on empowering job seekers, particularly women and girls. In 2024, out of 1,648 trainees, 906 were women, reflecting a strong commitment to gender inclusivity.

Adam Lane, Director of Government Affairs and Policy for Huawei, remarked proudly on the initiative's balance: "I'm proud to say that we have ensured an equal gender split amongst trainees, as digital skills are truly necessary for everyone in today's economy."

The DigiTruck project collaborates with various partners, including the ICT Authority under the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Digital Economy, and local organizations, aiming to support the Kenyan government's commitment to bridge the digital divide and foster future digital leaders. The curriculum in Homa Bay even incorporated an innovation competition, where participants designed solutions to community-specific challenges. Winning projects focused on enhancing healthcare services, aiding local quarry workers, and promoting online safety awareness.

As the DigiTruck graduates embark on their new journeys, there is an anticipated rise in enrollment in ICT courses, a boost in digital entrepreneurship, and an overall increase in the adoption of digital technologies across rural Kenya. The DigiTruck is just one initiative under Huawei’s broader TECH4ALL program, which has already reached over 110,000 individuals in various countries worldwide.

The journey of digital empowerment continues, promising future opportunities for the next wave of innovators in Kenya. In a world increasingly reliant on technology, such initiatives are critical to nurturing inclusivity and sustainable development within the digital landscape. For more information about Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative, visit Huawei TECH4ALL.