In Africa, where technology is becoming a crucial tool for economic opportunities, millions of young people face inequality in access to digital resources.
Youth Employment Challenges in Africa
For youth in marginalized communities, the digital revolution has been a double-edged sword, opening pathways to economic development but also revealing stark inequalities.
TATC and Mastercard Foundation Program
Since 2020, TATC through its Jobberman platform in Nigeria has trained over 2.4 million young people and facilitated over 600,000 job placements, prioritizing inclusive work for underserved groups.
Expansion of Initiative in East Africa
Successes in Nigeria create a foundation for scaling the program to East African markets through BrighterMonday platforms in Kenya and Uganda, providing hands-on training and digital skills.
The initiatives by TATC and Mastercard Foundation are not just creating jobs; they are rewriting the narrative of youth participation in Africa's economic future.
