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Vodacom Congo Certifies 1,147 Youth in Microsoft Excel, Surpasses Lubumbashi Target in Digital Talent Initiative

Vodacom Congo (RDC) S.A., in partnership with Kinshasa Digital Academy and supported by GIZ and the Ministry of Vocational Training, has successfully certified 1,147 young people in Microsoft Excel in Lubumbashi through the Empowering Digital Talent program.

The program provides intensive training and internationally recognized TOSA certification, equipping participants with skills that enhance employability and prepare them for a rapidly evolving digital workforce.

The latest cohort received their certificates on October 31, 2025, exceeding the program’s initial target of 1,000 certifications in Lubumbashi. Looking ahead to 2027, the program aims to train 20,000 young people nationwide, strengthening human capital and fostering digital competence across the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Showey Usman

Showey Usman is a Ugandan tech journalist and senior writer for TechInfoAfrica.com. Based in Kampala, he tracks Africa's rapid digital transformation, focusing on telecommunications, startup ecosystems, and cybersecurity policy. With a passion for highlighting local innovations, Showey connects the dots between technology, policy, and community empowerment across Africa.

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