Airtel Africa Foundation and UNICEF connect nearly one million students to digital learning in Nigeria
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The Airtel Africa Foundation and UNICEF connected 1,668 schools to digital learning in Nigeria, providing educational resources to 977,670 students and 22,417 teachers.
The partnership aims to expand digital education and improve connectivity for schools across the country. Representatives visited schools and youth programs in Lagos to observe students using technology to develop practical skills and explore artificial intelligence.
The initiative includes girls in secondary schools and students at a technical college who are preparing for careers through technology based learning. The Airtel Africa Foundation provides zero rated access to the Nigeria Learning Passport, YOMA, and platforms operated by the Federal Ministry of Education. This allows users to access these services without paying data charges. The Nigeria Learning Passport has reached 2.5 million students, while YOMA connects one million users to learning and development opportunities.
The project also helps schools submit information through the Digital National Education Management Information System without data costs to improve education planning and management.
