InnovationBed (Africa) has announced free mentorship for 1000 African undergraduates under its AcademyAI programme, Techeconomy can report.
The mentorship programme that covers foundational course in productive use of artificial intelligence & machine learning for own-career transformation, is being sponsored by Programos Software Group.
Programos Software Group, founders of the Innovationbed (Africa) Academy4AI Mentorship Delivery platform, is set to kick-start the process with the hosting of a free mentorship program for undergraduates from diverse tertiary institutions across Africa.
The event, scheduled for Saturday, October 5th, 2024, will introduce students to the Foundational Course in Productive Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML) for Career Transformation.
This program is designed to help undergraduates from various fields of study transform their career contents and paths by leveraging AI and ML advancements.
According to the Coordinator, Mr. Amos Emmanuel who doubles as a UN World Summit Awards Eminent National Expert for Nigeria, and the chief Software Architect/CEO, Programos Software Group, the event shall be held in collaboration with our country representatives from Zambia, Ghana, Cameroon, Kenya, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Nigeria, and will feature expert faculty members from the US, Pakistan, India, and other countries, offering unparalleled insight into AI’s potential for career development.
Why This Program Matters for African Undergraduates
Speaking further, Mr. Emmanuel said the focus of the mentorship programme is to empower African students, particularly those studying in traditionally saturated disciplines such as sociology, psychology, geography, and engineering, to unlock new and lucrative career opportunities by applying AI and ML capabilities.
“Through this foundational course, participants will be equipped to transform their various academic backgrounds into productive, revenue-generating ventures.
“AI and ML are no longer confined to tech-specific careers; they now present new opportunities across every discipline. By leveraging AI’s capabilities, students will learn how to redefine their career content to align with the rapidly evolving global job market. They will be able to reimagine the relevance of their academic studies, positioning themselves as innovators and problem-solvers who can contribute meaningfully to nation-building and economic transformation.
Sponsorship Opportunities and Collaboration
“The program is open to sponsorship from corporations, private individuals, and governments, providing an excellent opportunity to showcase Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on a continental and global stage. Sponsors will benefit from unique branding opportunities, including a personalized landing page showcasing their support and sponsorship detailing all the beneficiaries from any course of study, institution of higher learning, and any country of origin. This platform will also allow them to make a direct impact on the next generation of Africa’s innovators as we work with other national experts to showcase our local talents and innovations from Africa to the world stage:.
Meanwhile, Moses Oluwatowo Amos, general manager, Programos Software Group, said:
“Our upcoming mentorship program is aimed at transforming the career paths of African undergraduates by harnessing the power of AI and ML. With our collaborative efforts and the support of global faculty, we believe that every student, regardless of their field of study, can find success and empowerment in this digital age. The time to act is now, to ensure our young generation is not left behind in the global transformation.”
“Join us for this transformative mentorship experience and be part of the journey toward shaping Africa’s future workforce.
The giant initiative was recently launched in a gallant occasion opened by Architect Pierpaolo Saporito, president of the Observatory on Digital Communication, in Consultative Status with (OCCAM of UN ECOSOC).
“Architect Saporito has truly inspired Programos and set the tone for the discussions that followed the birthing of the Innovationbed AcademyAI Upskilling platform to offer the much e-welfare Strategy that youths across Africa need to sustain and survive the bleak chances of the future labor terrain” Mr EMSU.
Other contributions and support towards the project include Dr. Umaru Kwairanga, group chairman, Nigerian Exchange Group; Professor Amjad Umar, founder and CEO, NGE Solutions, Inc. Tatiana Caldas-Löttiger, AI Ethics & Regulatory Compliance Consultant; Amb. Dr. Ayodeji Oyewole Oyedokun, founder / chairman, Board of Directors at The International University of Information Management; Dr. Chris Uwaje, a WSA eContent Creativity Winner and former president, Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON); Adekunle Taiwo, senior technologist, Computer Engineering Department, NILE UNIVERSITY of Nigeria; Larry Attipoe, founder, Larry Happy Life Foundation; Arslan Dawood, winner of Fintech Awards 2022 as Best Specialist Digital Marketing Agency – APAC; Jose Almeida, data consultant and advisor, and Jide Awe, MD/CEO, Jidaw Systems.
Others are; Mr. Tola Ajagbe, immediate past chairman, Nigeria Computer Society, NCS Ogun State; Dr. Olufemi Adeluyi, co-Ordinator, National Talent Export Programme, Nigeria; Haruna Sani Sani , director general, Nasarawa State Information Technology and Digital Economy (NASITDEA); Habib Abubakar Gajam Ph.D, executive secretary, Zamfara Information Technology Development Agency (ZITDA); Bilyaminu Ibrahim Gusau, technical adviser to the Executive Secretary, Zamfara Information Technology Development Agency (ZITDA); Dr. Oluseyi Akindeinde , founder, Hyperspace & NeuRaL AI; Modou Lamin Ceesay, Software Engineer, Enterprise Life and country partner, Innovationbed Academy4AI, The Gambia Hub; Abdulai Kemoh Conteh, founder & CVO of IT Specialists Without Borders, WSA National Expert for Sierra Leone; Rev. Abednego Mambwe, CEO, New Africa Vision; Alexander Ojo, head of IT, The Royal Senchi Resort & Hotel, Ghana; Alagie Mamadi Kurang, founder, JollofTutors; Avre Russell, founder, Glappy Foundation; Cinderella Ochu (Mrs), president, Eureka Health Advocacy Network; Oluwatowo Moses Amos, Software Engineer, Cyprus International University; Bedeabasi John, researcher/deputy SOC Manager, Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity, Education and Outreach, North Carolina A&T State University Alumni Member, Innovationbed Academy4AI Ecosystem; Prof. Oluremi Olutimo, president/chancellor, Highstone International University; Abah Emmanuel; Innovationbed (WSANIGERIA) National Nominee founder, Waste2Light (Green Energy Startup); Femi Aderibigbe, group CIO, Greenwich Merchant Bank; Richard Amafuonye, Access Corporation; Ikande Samuel, WSA National Nominee, Project Partner, Innovationbed Academy4AI; Siro Collins, head of House, Steering Committee Member, Innovationbed Academy4AI, and Mujahid Musa, founder/CEO, EGL Africa Faculty Member, Innovationbed Academy4AI.
The event also had Nigeria’s leading media practitioners in attendance. Some of whom are; Don Pedro, lead partner, TechTV Network; Peter Nwochei, MEGA 89.1 FM, Warri, Delta State, and Peter Oluka, Editor-in-Chief, Techeconomy.
Call to apply:
Any undergraduate from any course of study and any tertiary institution in an African country can register for FREE here.
For sponsorship opportunities to top up for the 1000 undergraduates target kinly contact: programos.amos@gmail.com.
