HUAWEI KENYA, EQUITY GROUP FOUNDATION AND THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF KENYA PARTNER TO LAUNCH HUAWEI ICT ACADEMY AT OUK AND EXPAND DIGITAL SKILLS AND HEALTH INNOVATIONS

Huawei Kenya, in partnership with Equity Group Foundation, today announced the official launch of the Huawei ICT Academy at the Open University of Kenya, marking a major stride toward empowering thousands of learners through flexible, self-paced digital skills training. Huawei Kenya, in partnership with Equity Group Foundation, today announced the official launch of the Huawei ICT Academy at the Open University of Kenya, marking a major stride toward empowering thousands of learners through flexible, self-paced digital skills training.

The education initiative aims to enroll and train 10,000 students, equipping them with industry-relevant ICT skills and Huawei professional certifications in Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity and Coding. The Academy will focus on innovation-driven learning, offering dual certification — both academic and Huawei-recognized — and will support the establishment of a Virtual Innovation Hub to foster student-led solutions to real-world challenges.

In addition, the partnership with Equity Group Foundation under the health initiative also aims to contribute to the development of various digital health initiatives including Telemedicine services under the Equity Group Foundation social impact model.

Mr. Gavin Gao, CEO of Huawei Kenya, officially handed over the Huawei ICT Academy plaque to Prof. Elijah Omwenga, Vice Chancellor of the Open University of Kenya, during a ceremony held at Equity Centre. The event was attended by Dr. James Mwangi, Chancellor of the Open University and Executive Chairman Equity Group Foundation, who applauded the partnership as a powerful model for digital transformation.

“This partnership exemplifies our shared commitment to nurturing digital talent in Kenya,” said Mr. Gao. 

“Together with Equity Group Foundation and Open University of Kenya, we’re not just investing in infrastructure — we’re investing in people.”

Dr. Mwangi noted that Equity Group Foundation’s involvement underscores its longstanding commitment to inclusive growth through education. “Through this collaboration with Huawei and the Open University of Kenya, we are scaling access to global tech skills, particularly for young people who might otherwise be left out of the digital revolution. We’re building the workforce of tomorrow — one that is inclusive, innovative and equipped to transform Kenya and Africa.”

“The Huawei ICT Academy at Open University of Kenya will offer courses in key areas such as networking, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. With content aligned to global standards and delivered online, students from all over Kenya — and beyond — will benefit from flexible, world-class ICT training. We aim to reach over 10,000 learners with skills that will enable them to innovate, compete and lead in the digital economy," he added

Prof. Omwenga hailed the partnership as a model for modern higher education. “This initiative positions the Open University of Kenya as a hub for digital innovation. By integrating Huawei’s global expertise and Equity Group Foundation’s support, we are unlocking new possibilities for learners to thrive in a tech-driven world.”

Through the collective strengths of industry, academia, and social development partners, the collaboration promises to unlock new pathways to prosperity for thousands of Kenyan youths.

About Huawei ICT Academy

The Huawei ICT Academy is a global initiative that collaborates with higher learning institutions to deliver cutting-edge ICT training and certifications. The program supports students’ career growth and connects them to opportunities in the digital economy.

https://e.huawei.com/en/talent/ict-academy/#/home 

About Open University of Kenya

The Open University of Kenya (OUK), established by Charter in August 2023, is Kenya’s first fully online specialised public University. OUK provides quality, affordable, flexible and self-paced learning through accessible and inclusive Professional Development Courses, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes designed to meet the needs of learners across Kenya and beyond.

For more information log on to: https://ouk.ac.ke/  

About Equity Group Foundation

Equity Group Foundation (EGF), the corporate impact implementing foundation of Equity Group Holdings Plc, has as its mission to champion the transformation of lives and livelihoods for 100 million people in Africa by 2030 through the design and implementation of innovative programs that leverage Equity Group’s infrastructure and partnerships to create shared value and prosperity.

Established in 2008 as the Group’s social engine, the Foundation delivers economic opportunities, capacity, tools, and technologies that enable individuals and businesses to increase productivity, become more resilient and share in socio-economic growth. EGF responds to the continuum of issues that challenge the socio-economic advancement of the people of Africa, especially low-income individuals, and families. EGF’s Creating Shared Value [CSV] strategy provides social development initiatives in Education and Leadership Development, Food and Agriculture, Health, Financial Inclusion and Enterprise Development, Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Social Protections for the most vulnerable citizens and Innovation and Technology in order to solve some of Africa’s most challenging issues and support talented young people with ideas to thrive.

EGF’s programs are underpinned by technology, innovation, and synergy as a central means to launch, nurture, and scale up Africa’s next generation of successful leaders and entrepreneurs delivered to all communities in which Equity has operations.

For more information log on to: https://equitygroupfoundation.com/