Expanding digital access in underserved regions, Huawei day graduated 200 learners under its DigiTruck digital skills programme during a ceremony held at Baraza Park in Masalani, Ijara Constituency.
The milestone marks continued progress in Huawei’s mission to bridge the digital divide and equip communities with practical skills for participation in Kenya’s growing digital economy.
Delivered through Huawei’s innovative DigiTruck mobile classroom, the programme brought hands-on digital training directly to the community, covering essential areas such as digital literacy, online safety, entrepreneurship, and practical use of digital tools.
By taking learning closer to the people, it expands access for individuals in remote and underserved areas, equipping them with skills that improve livelihoods, strengthen employability, and support small business growth. With this rollout, Garissa becomes the third county in the North Eastern region to benefit from the programme, after Wajir (2026) and Mandera Counties (2021).
This approach is particularly critical in addressing persistent gender gaps in digital access and skills. In Kenya, only 35 percent of women use mobile internet compared to 50 percent of men, and for every 100 young men with digital skills, just 65 young women have comparable competencies.
The event was attended by national and county leaders, including John Kiarie, Chair of the National Assembly Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation, alongside Members of Parliament and local leadership from Garissa County. Speaking at the ceremony, leaders underscored the critical role of digital skills in driving inclusive development and unlocking opportunities for youth across the country, urging graduates to apply their skills to create value within their communities.
Speaking during the event, Kiarie said, “Digital skills are no longer optional; they are foundational to economic participation and national competitiveness. Initiatives like DigiTruck demonstrate how we can take opportunities directly to communities, ensuring that young people in areas like Ijara are not left behind in Kenya’s digital transformation. The real impact lies in what these graduates do next, creating jobs, building businesses, and solving local challenges using technology.”
Jessy Kiveu Maruti, CEO of the ICT Authority, commended the initiative and reaffirmed the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in advancing Kenya’s digital transformation agenda. He noted that programmes such as DigiTruck play a vital role in extending digital opportunities to underserved regions and supporting the government’s vision of a digitally empowered society.
“DigiTruck is a practical example of how partnerships can accelerate Kenya’s digital agenda by extending access to skills where they are needed most. By bringing training closer to communities, we are not only building digital literacy but also enabling pathways to employment, entrepreneurship, and access to essential services. This is how we ensure that digital transformation is inclusive and impactful,” said Jessy.
The graduates highlighted how the training has opened pathways to new opportunities, including online work, entrepreneurship, and improved access to information and services. Many noted increased confidence in navigating digital platforms and leveraging technology for economic and social advancement.
Huawei’s solar-powered DigiTruck initiative continues to serve as a scalable platform for digital inclusion, delivering free, practical digital skills training to communities across Kenya. To date, the programme has reached 42 counties and trained nearly 10,500 youth, including women, teachers, and small business owners.
As Huawei expands the reach of DigiTruck nationwide, the initiative remains a key contributor to Kenya’s digital transformation journey, ensuring that more citizens are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world and that no one is left behind.
