The MTN Skills Academy program for Africans is a free digital training initiative designed to equip individuals across Africa with in-demand digital and financial skills. The program aims to support Africa’s digital transformation by helping participants become producers, consumers, and innovators of digital technologies while improving their employability.
The program provides access to structured learning paths in areas such as data analysis, software development, product analysis, and digital marketing, allowing participants to build practical skills for the modern digital economy.
MTN aims to empower young people with relevant skills needed for future jobs and entrepreneurship.
Program benefits
The program comes with benefits such as:
- Free access to digital and financial skills training
- Career guidance and learning pathways
- Opportunity to gain certification after completing courses
- Access to industry-relevant skills for employment and entrepreneurship
- Flexible online learning accessible across Africa
Eligibility
To be considered for the MTN Skills Academy program, applicants must:
- Be an African citizen
- Be interested in learning digital and financial skills
- Be a beginner or an individual looking to improve employability
- Open to students, graduates, and professionals across Africa
How to apply
Interested and eligible applicants should visit the official MTN Skills Academy website, register with their details, choose a preferred learning track, and begin the training program.
Application deadline
The application is open all year round.
For more details visit the MTN Skills Academy program website.

