Cape Town-based coding academy codeX recently reported strong results from the second pilot of its innovative Skills for a Digital Future programme that boosts participation in the digital economy by enhancing computational and critical thinking skills. Over 84% of the learners now plan to pursue tech-related careers with some advancing to further training and others engaging with coding content and online resources to boost their employability. Many participants completed the coursework using their smartphones. 8 Nov 2024 Read more South Africa faces a critical challenge: How to bridge the digital divide and equip its youth for meaningful participation in the global digital economy. Skills for a Digital Future, a pioneering programme run by Cape Town-based coding academy codeX, is tackling the challenge head-on. 2 Sep 2024 Read more The use of AI, together with the digital revolution, has changed the job market forever, particularly reducing the demand for repetitive low-skilled work. Job seekers now require digital skills far more urgently to appeal to prospective employers. And in South Africa, that knowledge is rare. 3 Jul 2024 Read more |
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