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UN-backed coding camps are building Kenya’s next generation of female tech leaders
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The program, called the African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI), targets girls and young women aged 14 to 25.
Since launching in Kenya in 2022, it has already trained 213 participants through intensive coding camps, mentorship, and leadership skills development.
The curriculum goes beyond basic programming, covering ICT, digital innovation, and entrepreneurship to prepare graduates for a tech landscape that demands more than just technical skills.
Others have leveraged their new skills to launch their own community-focused projects, including a digital literacy program for underserved children in Meru.
By partnering directly with government bodies, the AGCCI aims to ensure its model is scalable and integrated into the country’s long-term development plans, including Kenya Vision 2030.
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