Victoria University launches free AI training for 10,000 Ugandans in Labour Day digital skills push
In Uganda, where unemployment and underemployment remain persistent challenges, such initiatives are increasingly seen as pathways to new forms of work, including digital entrepreneurship, remote services, and tech-enabled productivity.
As Uganda marks Labour Day, Lawrence Muganga, Vice Chancellor of Victoria University Kampala, has unveiled an ambitious technology initiative aimed at preparing the country’s workforce for the fast-changing digital economy, announcing a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) training program targeting 10,000 Ugandans.
Speaking in a Labour Day message, Muganga emphasized that the global world of work is undergoing rapid transformation driven by AI, warning that the key challenge for workers is no longer whether technology will disrupt jobs, but whether they will be equipped to adapt.
He noted that AI is already reshaping how people earn income, run businesses, and solve everyday problems, making digital skills increasingly essential across all sectors.
In response, Victoria University will host a large-scale AI training session on May 25, 2026, at its Kampala auditorium, offering participants practical knowledge on what AI is, how it works, and how it can be applied in daily life and income generation.
The program, which is fully funded by the university, is part of a broader push to democratize access to emerging technologies and position Uganda as a competitive player in Africa’s digital future.
Muganga framed the initiative as both an education and economic empowerment effort, arguing that investing in digital literacy is critical to unlocking Uganda’s youthful potential.
He said the country’s demographic advantage, marked by a young, adaptable population, could become a key driver of innovation if matched with the right skills.
The move comes amid growing global emphasis on AI readiness, with governments, universities, and private firms racing to upskill workforces to remain competitive.
In Uganda, where unemployment and underemployment remain persistent challenges, such initiatives are increasingly seen as pathways to new forms of work, including digital entrepreneurship, remote services, and tech-enabled productivity.
Participation in the training will be free and open on a first-come, first-served basis, reflecting what the university describes as a commitment to inclusive access.
Muganga called on Ugandans,from students and professionals to informal sector workers, to take advantage of the opportunity, positioning it as a practical step toward “working smarter, earning more, and building a future-ready economy.”
The announcement signals a growing role for higher education institutions in bridging Uganda’s digital skills gap, as the country seeks to align its labour force with the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
