The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and Google are deepening their collaboration to help unlock the promise of digital transformation in the African continent. Together, they are rolling out a series of training programs aimed at equipping young Africans and government officials with practical skills in critical emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, robotics, and cloud computing.

The goal is simple: empower more Africans with the tools to make data-driven decisions, shape future-ready policies, and drive inclusive, sustainable growth across the continent.

This collaboration builds on a shared commitment to digital capacity building in Africa. Initiatives like the World Robot Olympiad Africa, which reached nearly 9,000 students across 14 countries, and demonstrated the power of hands-on learning to inspire innovation. Now, ECA and Google are extending that impact by focusing on digital skills training for policymakers and government leaders.