News Release: DEMERA Signs Landmark MoU with IE Network Solutions to Empower Ethiopia’s Tech Talent
Addis Ababa, September 24, 2024 – In a pivotal step toward transforming Ethiopia’s tech landscape, DIGITAL ENLIGHTENMENT FOR MODERN ETHIOPIAN REFORMS AND ASPIRATIONS (DEMERA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IE Network Solutions Tech Talent Academy. This partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing the nation’s digital workforce, with a particular emphasis on empowering women and fostering inclusive growth in the technology sector.
The MoU, formalized on September 24, 2024, establishes a strategic alliance between DEMERA, an NGO dedicated to IT training and empowerment, and IE Network Solutions, one of Ethiopia’s foremost tech companies. Over the next three years, this collaboration aims to train and certify 300-500 individuals in critical IT skills, providing them with internationally recognized Microsoft certifications and opening doors to meaningful employment in the global tech industry.
Empowering Ethiopia’s Future Workforce
As an NGO with a mission to transform Ethiopia’s digital capabilities, DEMERA is deeply committed to empowering individuals, particularly women, with the skills needed for successful careers in information technology. In partnership with higher education institutions and other stakeholders, DEMERA offers comprehensive training programs designed to foster professional growth, facilitate job placements, and support the development of a more inclusive tech workforce.
This collaboration with IE Network Solutions Tech Talent Academy is a bold step forward in addressing the skills gap in Ethiopia’s rapidly evolving tech industry. The MoU outlines a shared vision to deliver high-quality technical education, mentorship, and internationally recognized certifications, ensuring that the participants are not only skilled but also competitive in the global marketplace.
Driving Economic Growth and Gender Equality
The partnership underscores a mutual commitment to advancing Ethiopia’s position as a competitive outsourcing destination while simultaneously driving economic growth. By equipping hundreds of trainees with cutting-edge technical skills, this initiative aims to build a robust talent pipeline capable of meeting the needs of both local and international tech sectors.
Additionally, the MoU places a strong emphasis on promoting gender equality, a cornerstone of DEMERA’s mission. The partnership seeks to create opportunities for women to thrive in the tech industry, addressing historical imbalances and ensuring that more women are empowered to take on leadership roles in IT.
Shaping Ethiopia's Digital Future
This MoU sets the foundation for a brighter, more digitally empowered Ethiopia. By combining DEMERA’s expertise in IT training with IE Network Solutions’ leadership in technology solutions, the partnership is poised to make a lasting impact on Ethiopia’s tech ecosystem, ultimately creating a highly skilled workforce ready to contribute to the nation’s digital transformation.
The MoU between DEMERA and IE Network Solutions is not just a partnership; it is a bold vision for Ethiopia’s future, where technology, innovation, and inclusivity drive the nation forward.
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