Pan-African social enterprise Power Learn Project (PLP) has unveiled a Talent Hub to connect young individuals with digital jobs in technology, finance, education, and other sectors.
The Talent Hub launch comes at a time when Africa’s digital economy is projected to grow to $180 billion by 2025, underscoring the urgency of empowering the continent’s young workforce.
“We envision a future where Africa's youth are at the forefront of global innovation, creating solutions that address real-world challenges,” said Mumbi Ndung’u, Executive Director of the Power Learn Project.
PLP unveiled the talent hub even as some 7,859 learners graduated from the skilling programme aimed at connecting young individuals with digital jobs.
This brings the total number of graduates under the program to 14,123 across Africa. The graduation ceremony was held in Nairobi on Friday last week, and comes at a time when there is growing demand for digital skills in Kenya.
Sectors such as technology, e-commerce, fintech, and creative industries are thriving, creating opportunities for skilled professionals. However, gaps persist, particularly in bridging the transition from education to employment.
From left: James wesley, Janet Akinyi, Josephat Monday and Ruot Kai Matiek-Soot who graduated from Power Learn Project during the graduation ceremony Nairobi on December 6, 2024.
The launch of the PLP Talent Hub comes on the back of this challenge, and seeks to connect graduates with job opportunities, freelance projects, and resources for venture building.
Graduation celebrations began in Nigeria on November 22, 2024, where over 2,000 learners completed their training. Last week’s ceremony in Nairobi concluded a year-long series of events across the continent, reflecting PLP’s role as a catalyst for digital transformation in Africa, said the organisers.
“The Talent Hub represents a significant leap forward in our mission, serving as a bridge between learning and meaningful opportunities. It is a platform designed to empower our graduates to access dignified livelihoods, whether through formal employment, freelance opportunities, or entrepreneurial ventures,” Ms Ndungu said during the graduation ceremony.
“As we expand our reach to marginalized and underserved communities, today, we reaffirm our commitment to inclusivity, equity, and a future where every young African is empowered to participate in and shape a thriving digital economy,” Ms Ndung’u added.
Through the Talent Hub and innovative models like the Kilifi County project, PLP continues to address gaps in Kenya’s job market, equipping young Africans to thrive in a rapidly evolving global economy.
PLP’s initiatives extend to underserved communities, offering localised training through partnerships with global organisations.
In Kenya, the Kilifi County Model trained 350 learners and employed 50 graduates to digitise county operations, demonstrating the potential for digital skills to transform local economies. A second cohort in Kilifi is set to launch in 2025, expanding the reach of this impactful model.
