Airtel has partnered with Absa Bank and the National Library of Uganda to boost e-learning and youth employment in Uganda.
Mr Manoj Murali, managing director Airtel, noted that Airtel has for the past three years supported 14 public libraries across the country.
“In partnership with Absa Bank, we recommit our support to the youth of Uganda through the re-launch of the Absa ‘Ready to Work’programme.
The programme is aimed at empowering the youts with appropriate skills to not only be employable but also create jobs,” Manoj said during a press engagement held at the National Library of Uganda last week.
The online programme enabled by Airtel upon dialing *175*200#, will give them access to registration link and a maximum of 500 MBs valid for 60 days specific to accessing the programme.
Through the ‘Ready to Work’ programme, the youth will gain access to vital education resources, online content, workshops and work experience in their effort to find work opportunities or start up their own business.
Mr Mumba Kalifungwa, the managing director of Absa Bank, noted, “The world is shifting towards a digital future, and this has resonated throughout all sectors, including education. This situation has been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic and the closure of schools. We are proud to support the learners’ online learning efforts by providing the tools to ensure the continuation of their education journey.”