EQUIPPING EVERY UGANDAN WITH NECESSARY DIGITAL SKILLS
Huawei Technologies Uganda celebrates the Digital Skilling Program through its
DigiTruck Project to empower over 6000 Ugandans
Kampala, Uganda – [13/03/2025] Huawei Technologies Uganda is proud to announce
the successful completion of the Digital Skills Training program through its
innovative DigiTruck corporate social responsibility activity. At the graduation
ceremony, a total of 851, 493 (58%) male and 358 (42%) female market vendors
graduated from the Digital Skilling initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of ICT &
National Guidance in collaboration with the National ICT Innovation Hub, MTN
Uganda Foundation, Centenary Technology Services (Cente-Tech), and the Uganda
Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT) to bridge the digital
divide gap and leaving no one behind.
The graduation ceremony, held on 12 th March at the UICT National Innovation Hub,
marked a significant milestone in empowering small business owners and market
vendors across the Kamwokya Community Centre, Kamwokya Market, Kamwokya
Mosque, Kitintale Market, Port Bell Market, and Usafi Market. with essential digital
skills to thrive in the ever-changing digital space.
The DigiTruck initiative, a flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project by
Huawei Technologies Uganda, aims to bridge the digital divide by providing access to
digital skills training in underserved communities. Through a mobile, solar-powered
40ft classroom container equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the DigiTruck has
been instrumental in delivering high-quality training to all participants across Uganda.
In partnership with Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development the initiative
seeks to digitalize the informal sector (Jua-Kali) enterprises, and since its launch on 8 th
March 2023 it has trained over 6,000 Ugandans across various regions, empowering
youth, women groups, and small business owners with essential digital skills to
improve their livelihoods and businesses.
Speaking at the ceremony, Huawei Technologies Uganda’s representative emphasized
Huawei’s commitment to digital transformation in Uganda. “At Huawei, we believe
that digital inclusion is essential for national development. By equipping Ugandans
with relevant digital skills, we are not only fostering innovation but also unlocking
new economic opportunities for communities across the country. We are honored to
be part of this collaborative effort alongside the Government and our esteemed
partners.”
In her remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance,
Dr. Aminah Zawedde, emphasized that this initiative is a crucial step in implementing
Uganda’s Digital Transformation Roadmap. “This digital skilling initiative represents
the practical implementation of our digital vision. When we see market vendors using
technology to increase their incomes, we’re witnessing a digital transformation that
matters to ordinary Ugandans. This initiative aligns directly with the government’s
commitment to ICT as a driver of national development.”
The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has also announced plans to expand the
Digital Skilling Program to other regions across Greater Kampala, Eastern, Western,
Northern, and Central Uganda. With a target of training an additional 3,000 Ugandans
by the end of the year, Huawei Technologies Uganda remains committed to
supporting this nationwide digital literacy drive.
The Huawei DigiTruck initiative aligns with Uganda’s Digital Transformation
Roadmap and the Digital Uganda Vision 2040, serving as a strategic intervention to
bridge the digital divide, create employment opportunities, and enhance the country’s
competitiveness in the global digital economy.
Huawei Technologies Uganda extends its gratitude to all stakeholders for their
unwavering support in making this initiative a success. Together, we will continue to
advance Uganda’s digital future and empower more citizens with the skills they need
to thrive in the digital era.
