Digital Literacy Training

Build practical digital skills for work, entrepreneurship and community development — from basic computer use to online safety and digital tools for agribusiness.

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About this program

Our Digital Literacy program equips learners with practical, hands-on knowledge they can apply immediately. The course is beginner-friendly and designed with rural and urban participants in mind.

Learning outcomes
  • Use a computer, mobile device and common office applications.
  • Access online markets, banking and digital tools for small businesses.
  • Practice strong password hygiene, identify phishing and stay safer online.
  • Use social media and messaging responsibly for community engagement and marketing.

Course structure & schedule

Format

Blended — in-person workshops + guided remote sessions. Practical labs every week.

Duration

6 weeks (2 sessions per week, 3 hours each) or an accelerated 3-week cohort (weekend intensive).

Modules
  • Intro to devices & operating systems
  • Internet fundamentals & online safety
  • Productivity tools: docs, sheets, slides
  • Communication: email, messaging, scheduling
  • Digital marketing basics & selling online
  • Using phones for farm data & market access
Who should apply?

Youth, farmers, women entrepreneurs, community group leaders and anyone who wants to use digital tools to grow livelihoods.

Module highlights

Hands-on lessons with practical outcomes — you will leave with a real plan to use digital tools for income/efficiency.

  • Create and share documents, track simple budgets in a spreadsheet.
  • Set up an email, use calendar invites and maintain contacts.
  • Capture quality photos and list products on marketplaces.
  • Protect your accounts: passwords, 2FA, spotting scams.
  • Intro to simple digital bookkeeping and invoicing.

Support & devices

We provide training devices during in-person sessions when needed. We also help learners set up low-cost or free tools that run on basic smartphones.

Cost & scholarships

Course fees are kept affordable. Scholarships and group discounts available — contact the team for details.

Register / Contact

To join the next Digital Literacy cohort, please complete the registration form below.

Register via Google Form

The form will open in a new tab. After submission, our team will contact you with cohort dates and instructions.

Local partnerships

We work with local community centres, libraries and youth groups to host sessions. If you represent a group, request an on-site cohort.

Outcomes we track

  • Number of learners setting up an email & online presence
  • Small businesses listing products online
  • Improved communication and record-keeping for farms and groups