Sundaymail Editor
Blessings Chidakwa
President Mnangagwa has commissioned a Digitruck donated by Huawei Technologies as well as the Digital Skills Ambassador Programme.
The digital truck features a 10 kilowatt solar-powered system that supports a mobile digital laboratory, which also has batteries that can last for more than three days without recharging.
It can also accommodate 20 students and one instructor, with each person having access to a laptop. Additionally, there is a 65-inch smart screen for digital skills training.
Speaking during the commissioning at State House, President Mnangagwa said 100 digital ambassadors will be deployed in each province, delivering strategic and inclusive digital literacy, training to the public.
“These ambassadors will serve as the co-leaders of the effort for digital literacy, fostering innovation and supporting local businesses, schools and households,” the President said.
“We expect this programme to help bridge the rural and urban digital divide, to propel the economy, prosperity and a brighter future for our youth.”
Information Communication Technology and Courier Services Minister, Dr Tatenda Mavetera and her Deputy Dingumuzi Phuti attended the event.
Also present were Chinese Ambassador Zhou Ding, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet Dr Martin Rushwaya, Skills Audit and Development Minister Professor Paul Mavima and Minister of State for Harare Metropolitan Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Senator Charles Tawengwa.
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Deputy Minister Sheilla Chikomo, as well as Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Permanent Secretary Mr Nick Mangwana were also in attendance.
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