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Introduction: A New Opportunity for Education Innovators in Africa Education technology continues to reshape how people learn across the world, but in many parts of Africa, access to quality digital learning tools remains limited. To address this gap, the Co-creation Hub (CcHUB) has partnered with the Mastercard Foundation to launch the 2026 edition of the EdTech Fellowship Programme. The initiative aims to empower innovative startups that are building technology-driven solutions for education challenges across the continent.

Sostenus Wilherm Deputy minister of education, innovation, youth, sports, arts and culture Dino Ballotti has called for entrepreneurship to take centre stage in Namibia’s economic agenda, saying the country cannot achieve meaningful economic diversification by relying solely on traditional industries. Ballotti made the remarks on Friday during the Namibia Creative Economy Policy Mixer hosted by CcHub in Windhoek, where government officials, creatives, UNESCO representatives and industry stakeholders gathered to discuss the future of Namibia’s creative economy. The event marked the conclusion of the Namibia Creative Skills Exchange and Industry Development Programme and focused on strengthening partnerships between government and creatives to unlock opportunities, grow creative enterprises and advance youth entrepreneurship. “So really, the entrepreneurship agenda must become, if not the most serious agenda that we speak of in the country,” Ballotti said. He said Namibia must identify new opportunities and create meaningful pathways for young people to participate in the economy, arguing that the country’s traditional economic sectors alone cannot deliver the diversification needed for future growth. “Economic diversification cannot be achieved by relying on the sectors that have traditionally driven our economy. We must identify new opportunities and build pathways for young people to participate meaningfully in the economy,” he said. Ballotti said the government was committed to working closely with the creative industry to create an enabling environment for entrepreneurs and creative businesses to grow. His call comes as Namibia continues searching for new ways to diversify its economy and create opportunities for young people, with the creative sector increasingly being recognised as a potential contributor to entrepreneurship, innovation and employment. However, Oshikoto regional governor Sacky Kathindi warned that the development of Namibia’s creative economy should not remain concentrated in Windhoek and other major urban centres. Kathindi called for the intentional decentralisation of creative opportunities, saying artists and entrepreneurs across all regions must have access to platforms, resources and opportunities. “Our challenge is therefore not a lack of talent,” Kathindi said. He said Namibia’s creativity could be seen across various industries, including music, fashion, film, visual arts, crafts and cultural heritage. According to Kathindi, the challenge is to ensure that talented Namibians are given opportunities to transform their skills and creativity into sustainable businesses, regardless of where they live. The engagement also featured a panel discussion on Financing the Future of Namibia’s Creative Sector, where participants discussed the need to improve access to support for creative businesses and local talent. Discussions focused on growing creative enterprises, strengthening marketing, supporting local talent and ensuring that creatives recognise the value of their work. Using the African proverb, “A single bracelet does not jingle,” the gathering emphasised that government, creatives, development partners and other stakeholders must work together to unlock the full potential of Namibia’s creative economy.

The Co-Creation Hub, with support from various organisations and the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, has concluded its one-week Creative Skills Exchange and Industry Development Programme on Friday in the capital, covering creative sectors including film, fashion, music and visual art. Some of Co-Creations Hubs' (CcHUB) key activities include innovation funding and skills development as well as research and policy on technology, education, digital rights and governance. Managing Director of Cchub, Ojoma Achai, says the organisation believes that prosperity in Africa can be achieved through innovation and creativity of its people. She says that over the past two years they have garnered significant support from the creative industry in Namibia, also having supported over 200 startups. "In the last two years, we've run our community to over 5,000 people in Namibian businesses that we support. We have over 100 members of our co-working space. We have supported over 200 startups. And over 50 of those startups started as a consequence of an activity we held in the last two years or have reported business growth in the last two years." Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Dino Ballotti, commended CcHub for creating a space for young innovators and creators to learn, collaborate, develop ideas and grow businesses. He added that it is important for young people to identify new opportunities and build pathways to participate meaningfully in the economy. "We want a Namibian creative sector that is competitive, that remains innovative, and that is prioritised. We want Namibian creative products, services, and intellectual property to travel. As the governor said, we should be able to do business from where we live. We want our designers, we want our filmmakers, our musicians, our writers, our creators, our dressmakers, our digital content creators, and our cultural entrepreneurs to participate meaningfully." Also in attendance was the Governor of the Oshikoto Region, Sacky Kathindi, who stated that Namibia is not challenged with a lack of talent but rather with ensuring that talent has access to opportunities, infrastructures, skills, finances, and markets necessary to succeed. "We need a strong regional creative ecosystem, including partnerships with regional councils, local authorities, educational institutions, the private sector, and the tourism industry. We should have more regional creative hubs, exceptions, festivals, marketplaces, and training opportunities. We must also connect regional creatives to digital platforms and international markets." -

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) has selected 12 Nigerian startups for the fourth cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship.

AIRTEL Africa Foundation, through Airtel Nigeria and in partnership with the Ishk Tolaram Foundation, Co-Creation Hub (CcHub), and SAIL Innovation Lab, has commenced the DigiLeap Women in Tech Programme The post Airtel Africa Foundation equips 200 young women with digital skills to drive Nigeria’s tech economy appeared first on Tribune Online.

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB), Nigeria’s first innovation centre and technology hub, has begun accepting registrations for GATEWAY, a five-year initiative designed to train 340,000 young Nigerians in digital skills and connect them to gig work opportunities.  The programme combines training with physical access points (hubs) and access to devices like laptops and internet connections. GATEWAY is structured to address what CcHUB describes as an opportunity gap, where gig economy growth exists alongside a high unemployment rate in Nigeria. 

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB), Nigeria’s first innovation centre and technology hub, deployed $4.18 million in grants and subgrants to startups building products across Africa in 2025, according to its latest impact report. The hub said it supported 3,312 ventures across 49 African countries and imbued new skills in more than 25,000 people to enhance their productivity. The report also highlights its focus on three sectors where it believes technology and entrepreneurship can drive large-scale impact, including education, health, and the creative industries.

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The Capricorn Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), the Network for Global Innovation (NGIN) and Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) Namibia, recently launched the global Just Transition to the Future (JTF) Water-Energy Nexus Open Innovation Challenge.  The aim of the challenge is to address critical challenges surrounding water and energy in Namibia’s drought-prone regions.  The challenge, sponsored by the Capricorn Foundation, officially closed for entries on 17 February 2025.  It received a strong global response, with 162 registrations and 49 innovative entries submitted.  Entries came from countries such as Afghanistan, Austria, Botswana, Cambodia, Congo, India, Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Moldova, Namibia, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa and Turkey, showing the challenge’s international interest and reach. Submissions included several creative solutions for addressing water issues. These ranged from biotechnology and renewable energy-powered filtration systems to chemical-free desalination methods, new water-harvesting methods and innovative irrigation techniques. Other important ideas featured advanced water use methods in food production, new storage solutions and applications of artificial intelligence and the internet of things.  These diverse solutions highlight the creativity that open innovation platforms can inspire. The first round of evaluation was conducted by a diverse panel of independent judges and experts in relevant fields to the challenge.  The entries were evaluated based on specific criteria to identify the best solutions. The top 30 entries have been invited to participate in NGIN’s Disruptor’s Blueprint Programme.  This programme is designed to refine ideas and prepare for investor pitches, boosting development and commercial viability.  Following the Disruptor’s Blueprint Programme, the entries will undergo a second round of judging to narrow down to the top 10.  The finalists will then present their solutions live, demonstrating innovations to a panel of judges at the final event, which is scheduled for 2 April 2025 in Windhoek, where the top three winners will be announced. Rikus Grobler, the manager of innovation at Capricorn Group, said “the Water-Energy Nexus Challenge has shown how open innovation can address critical issues in water and energy sustainability. We are excited to see different and creative solutions from this challenge. We look forward to supporting these ideas as they get closer to implementation and making a real difference in our communities”. Despite the good rains Namibia received this year, the country still faces water shortages due to droughts, rapid urban growth and climate change.  Agriculture, which is vital for many rural communities, depends on water, but often lacks the proper infrastructure to use it effectively.  Many areas struggle with energy waste because they use fossil fuels to power water systems. This method is costly and not sustainable. The JTF Water-Energy
Nexus Challenge aims to create solutions that improve how we use water and energy while also meeting the needs of our communities. It’s been very inspiring to work with young Namibian entrepreneurs who have applied for the Just Transition to the Future Technology Challenge: Integrated water energy solutions for drought-resilient communities.  With 49 entries, the JTF/Namibia has attracted innovative solutions that use sustainable energy to increase access to affordable water.  These entrepreneurs are not only building new companies but also a better future for Namibia,” said Fred Walti, president and CEO of Network for Global Innovation. 

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB), Nigeria’s first innovation centre and technology hub, has begun accepting registrations for GATEWAY, a five-year initiative designed to train 340,000 young Nigerians in digital skills and connect them to gig work opportunities.  The programme combines training with physical access points (hubs) and access to devices like laptops and internet connections. GATEWAY is structured to address what CcHUB describes as an opportunity gap, where gig economy growth exists alongside a high unemployment rate in Nigeria. 

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB), Nigeria’s first innovation centre and technology hub, deployed $4.18 million in grants and subgrants to startups building products across Africa in 2025, according to its latest impact report. The hub said it supported 3,312 ventures across 49 African countries and imbued new skills in more than 25,000 people to enhance their productivity. The report also highlights its focus on three sectors where it believes technology and entrepreneurship can drive large-scale impact, including education, health, and the creative industries.

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