Free coding and digital skills training for African youth aged 15–35, plus access to seed funding and business mentoring. Apply through your country's partner training centre—no coding experience needed.
The AfDB Coding for Employment initiative trains young Africans aged 15–35 in digital and coding skills, entrepreneurship, and job readiness through partnerships with training centres and universities across Africa. Graduates gain access to entrepreneurship support, including linkages to seed funding opportunities and incubation. The programme targets unemployed and underemployed youth and aims to equip over 100,000 young Africans with digital economy skills.
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Partner training centres in each country handle applications and admissions. They typically assess literacy, commitment, and eligibility rather than coding ability. Processing times vary by centre, but you should expect feedback within 2–4 weeks of submission. Once accepted, you will receive your training schedule and details of any entry requirements.
What reviewers look for
Basic literacy is the requirement, which usually means completing secondary school or equivalent. Contact your local partner centre to confirm if your qualification meets their standard.
The listing does not state a fee. Typically, AfDB-sponsored programmes are free to participants, but confirm with your partner training centre when you apply.
Graduates get support to start businesses or find jobs, including links to seed funding and incubation services. Your training centre will discuss next steps with you as you near completion.
The listing does not specify duration. Training lengths usually range from 3 to 12 months depending on the track and centre. Ask your partner centre for details.
Yes. The programme accepts people seeking a skills upgrade, including the underemployed and those in non-tech roles.
Guide written from the official programme page on 17 October 2026. Funders change their rules, so confirm the details on the official page before you apply.
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