2024-04-06 11:01:18
In a major step forward for the empowerment of women in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector in Cameroon, MTN Cameroon and Huawei Technologies Company Cameroon Ltd signed a memorandum of understanding on March 18, 2024. As 237online.com exclusively reveals, this strategic partnership aims to strengthen the digital skills of women and reduce the digital gender divide in the country.
An innovative partnership for the digital empowerment of women
The General Director of MTN Cameroon, Mitwa Ng’ambi, and the Vice-President of Huawei CEMAC, Weiwen (Henry), sealed this promising agreement in the presence of Nompilo Morafo, Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Executive Officer of the MTN Group. This innovative collaboration opens new perspectives for women active in the field of technology in Cameroon.
Huawei puts its ultra-modern training centers at the service of women
Through this partnership, Huawei is committed to making its state-of-the-art training centers available to women, both locally and abroad. Technical training and workshops will be delivered by experienced leaders in the ICT sector, offering personalized support on cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cybersecurity.
MTN Cameroon, spearheading female digital inclusion
Since 2023, MTN Cameroon has been committed to equipping women with the skills needed to fully exploit their potential in the field of technology. His program « Women In Tech » aims to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and skills of women in the ICT sector. With this new partnership, the company takes a further step in its quest for a more inclusive tech sector.
A major step towards bridging the digital gender divide
As the emphasis Mitwa Ng’ambi, “inclusion and diversity are essential to the success of the ICT sector”. By providing women with access to quality training and cutting-edge technologies, MTN Cameroon and Huawei are helping to build a more equitable and diverse digital ecosystem. A giant step towards a more prosperous digital future for Cameroon.
Cameroon, playground of inclusive digital innovation
This partnership between two telecommunications giants illustrates Cameroon’s potential to become a hub of inclusive digital innovation in Africa. As Weiwen (Henry) recalls, Huawei has already successfully implemented similar initiatives in Uganda. There is no doubt that the dynamism of the Cameroonian tech sector will be an asset for the success of this ambitious program.
In short, the alliance between MTN Cameroon and Huawei marks a decisive turning point in the digital empowerment of women in Cameroon. By giving them the keys to excel in a constantly evolving sector, this partnership paves the way for a more inclusive and prosperous digital future. An inspiring initiative that 237online.com will continue to follow closely, to keep you informed of the latest advances in digital inclusion in Cameroon.