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Ethiopia: Alibaba Group to Give Trainings to Entrepreneurs

Alibaba MoU with MINT

Alibaba Group signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Innovation and Technology that enables it to provide training to entrepreneurs in the technology field in Ethiopia.

The understanding will also allow the Digital Transformation Association to evaluate the result of the training after recruiting the trainees.

Huria Ali, State Minister of Ministry of Innovation and Technology, related that citizens who have digital skills are vital for Ethiopia’s Digital Ethiopia 2025 strategy. According to the State Minister, the training will enable Ethiopians engaged in the field to acquire knowledge which will make them competitive in various areas. It is also expected to help entrepreneurs modernize their organizations and enhance their capacity.

Alibaba will provide training for decision-making bodies, entrepreneurs, technology company owners, employees, and students. The first-round training will target entrepreneurs.

Source (including image): Fana BC