By Jameson
Dagoretti North Member of Parliament Hon Beatrice Elachi has launched the Huawei DigiTruck Digital Literacy Programme at Lavington Girls Secondary School in Nairobi, marking a major boost for youth empowerment in the constituency.
The programme has attracted two hundred and fifty registered youth who are now undergoing hands on digital training at Lavington Primary School until December twenty second two thousand and twenty five. Upon completion, participants will receive certificates and take part in an innovation challenge that will award laptops, tablets and smartwatches to top performers.
Speaking during the launch, Hon Elachi underscored the importance of digital literacy, particularly for young people from informal settlements. “Digital skills are no longer a luxury. They are the new foundation of opportunity for our young people. For our form four leavers, this opportunity means access to jobs, online businesses, global networks and the confidence to compete in today’s fast changing world.”
She highlighted the growing adoption of digital and green technologies in areas such as Kawangware, noting the rise of electric bikes, electric cooking solutions and mobile based services. Elachi emphasised the need for young people to evolve from consumers to creators and innovators. “The Huawei DigiTruck programme has shown us what is possible. This training will empower our youth and transform the entire community,” she said.
Huawei Director of Public Affairs and Policy Eng. Maureen Mwaniki encouraged participants to fully embrace the training, noting that the DigiTruck is in high demand across the country and that Dagoretti North received special consideration due to its proximity to Huawei’s offices. She also highlighted Huawei’s commitment to uplifting local communities through sustainable digital empowerment initiatives.
Also in attendance was Huawei Director of Communications and Public Affairs Khadija Mohammed, who reaffirmed Huawei’s commitment to expanding digital opportunities across Kenya.
The Huawei DigiTruck initiative is part of the company’s global mission to bridge the digital divide by equipping underserved communities with practical digital skills that support economic growth and innovation.
