The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) proudly hosted its annual graduation ceremony, a vibrant and colorful occasion that brought together students, faculty, and distinguished guests. A key highlight of the event was the recognition of over 200 students who successfully completed the (ICDL) certification in 2025. For the first time, ICDL …
ICDL Africa’s Accreditation Renewal in Kenya: What This Means for Digital Skills On December 10th, ICDL Africa officially received a renewed accreditation certificate from the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA). This important event was attended by senior leaders from the KNQA, the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy, Konza Technopolis, and Nairobi County, ICDL Foundation …
We are thrilled to announce that ICDL has been recognized as the Second Runner-Up in the ICT for Development (ICT4D) category at the prestigious Zimbabwe ICT Excellence Awards 2025! Hosted by the Ministry of ICT, Postal and Courier Services, this annual event is Zimbabwe’s premier platform for celebrating innovation and impact in the ICT sector. …
The initiative places digital inclusion at its core. With the ICDL (International Certification of Digital Literacy), students—regardless of background, school type, or region—can build digital skills in a structured way and document them with an internationally recognised certificate, supporting educational equity and social participation. At the Mainz ceremony, Thomas Michel, CEO of ICDL Germany (DLGI), noted …
Since 2024, the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan and ITE have partnered to make digital competence a measurable, verifiable standard for every K-12 teacher. ITE designed and delivered a large-scale professional development program that takes educators from baseline diagnostics, through face-to-face instruction, to internationally recognized certification. More than 5,000 teachers …
Why Micro-Credentials Matter in Today’s Job Market In today’s rapidly evolving labour market, micro-credentials have emerged as a powerful mechanism for upskilling, reskilling, and supporting lifelong learning. Unlike traditional degree programmes, which often struggle to adapt to the fast-changing needs of employers, micro-credentials offer flexible, focused, and competency-based learning opportunities that align directly with industry …
ICDL is proud to celebrate with MTN Uganda, with support from MTN Foundation, as 103 young Ugandans graduated from the second cohort of the MTN ACE Initiative, a program designed to equip youth with essential digital, business, and entrepreneurial skills. Over the course of seven weeks, participants engaged in intensive training and assessment across ICDL …
After a long-anticipated journey, ICDL Africa has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy (MICDE) in Kenya. The signing ceremony, held at the MICDE boardroom, marked a pivotal milestone in advancing digital skills development in the country. The event was attended by senior officials from the Ministry …
The Open University of Kenya (OUK), the country’s first fully online university, has taken a historic step in advancing digital skills by launching an ICDL Accredited Test Centre in partnership with ICDL Africa. The momentous event was led by ICDL Foundation CEO Damien O’Sullivan, ICDL Africa General Manager Solange Umulisa, and Regional Manager Peter Maina, …
Kampala, Uganda – 14th August 2025 In a landmark achievement for digital inclusion, the Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance (MoICT&NG), together with ICDL Africa, has successfully trained over 1,230 refugees in essential digital skills while also strengthening the capacity of government communication officers. This milestone reflects Uganda’s commitment to …
