The government of Togo has put together plans to enpower 50,000 youths in New Digital Literacy Program, by 2027.

The national digital learning program, will be carried out annually, starting with 15,000 students, across universities and vocational institutions.

Spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital Economy, the initiative offers self-paced courses in programming, cybersecurity, digital literacy, and soft skills for remote work all accessible online.

The program is designed to prepare young people for the rapidly evolving global digital economy.

In launching the initiative, the government emphasized the importance of building a digitally fluent workforce, especially as Togo eyes expansion in the technology, outsourcing, and fintech sectors.

The platform offers free access to structured learning paths, with modules designed in collaboration with global education partners.

To ensure no one is left behind, the ministry has included options for offline learning centers in rural areas.

Special outreach will also target girls and women, who have historically been underrepresented in tech.

Certification will be issued to all successful participants, allowing them to present industry-recognized credentials to future employers.

Students and educators alike have praised the program for its accessibility and relevance.

“We now have the tools to compete for jobs and freelance opportunities anywhere in the world,” said one participant during the launch event in Lomé.

The first training batch is already underway, with several public institutions integrating the courses into their curriculum.

Officials say the end goal is to make Togo a hub for digital skills in Francophone West Africa and reduce youth unemployment through remote work and tech entrepreneurship.