Nabbanja launches the Huawei DigiTruck project in Kakumiro
Apr 30, 2024
“ICT is the way to go. The whole world is moving digital and Kakumiro cannot be left behind. Uganda is also equally moving forward.” said the Prime Minister.
(L-R) Huawei’s technologies deputy Managing Director Gao Jian, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, and other officials during the launch of the Huawei DigiTruck Project. (Courtesy Photo)
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___________________ The Prime Minister with officials from Huawei Technologies Uganda and some of the instructors and outstanding students in the DigiTruck Project training in Kakumiro The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja inside the DigiTruck with Trainees Pupils of Kakumiro Public School making a presentation on digital transformation at the launch of the Huawei DigiTruck Project in Kakumiro at the Kakmuiro District headquarters - Copy The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja launching the DigiTruck Project
Prime Minister Hon. Robinah Nabbanja on Sunday launched the Huawei DigiTruck Project in her home district of Kakumiro at the Kakumiro District Headquarters grounds.
Nabbanja urged the people of Kakumiro to embrace such initiatives from the Uganda government with key partners like Huawei Technologies Uganda.
“ICT is the way to go. The whole world is moving digital and Kakumiro cannot be left behind. Uganda is also equally moving forward.” said the Prime Minister.
She thanked the management of Huawei Uganda for bringing such initiatives to the people of Kakumiro and Uganda at large.
The Prime Minister advised the locals to embrace digital in their various lines of work, business owners can use these skills for record management and marketing purposes.
The project is expected to run in Kakumiro till 15th May 2024 and hopes to train over 400 locals including civil servants, women, students, politicians, and business owners.
Huawei’s Technologies Uganda Co Limited Deputy Managing Director, Gao Jian expressed his gratitude to the government for their unwavering support in making this initiative a reality.
“Together, we are not just imparting computer skills; we are opening doors to endless opportunities, fostering innovation, and paving the way for a more inclusive and prosperous Uganda.”
Mr. Gao Jian further encouraged the youth to seize this opportunity with determination and enthusiasm.
“The skills you acquire here will not only empower you but also contribute to the development and progress of Kakumiro and Uganda at large. Embrace the digital world, explore its possibilities, and dare to dream big.”
The Huawei DigiTruck project is part of Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative, which aims to drive inclusion and sustainability across the globe. In Uganda, it is running in partnership with the Ministry of Labour, Gender and Social Development, and other government entities.
The project has so far killed over 3,500 Ugandans, 59.4% being male and 40.6% being female. The goal is to train over 10,000 Ugandans in 3 years.
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