Jubilation: 3MTT Giving Out Laptops and Tablets

The recent 3MTT collaboration with HerTechHub has resulted in the distribution of 370 laptops and 774 tablets to over 540,000 women who participated in two challenges that aimed to celebrate and enhance female representation in the technology workforce.

The Challenges

Challenge 1: CommuniTech Innovation Challenge for Women

The CommuniTech Innovation Challenge for Women is a platform designed to encourage the development of innovative solutions to local community problems using technology.

Participants were tasked with leveraging their technological ability to address real-world issues within their communities. This challenge did not only promote problem problem-solving solving skills but also indicated the potential impact of women in driving positive change through technology.

Challenge 2: Knowledge Showcase for Women – #IWD2024 Edition

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2024, 3MTT launched a special edition of the Knowledge Showcase exclusively for women. Participants were invited to share their learning experiences in a short video, displaying the diverse talents and achievements of women in the tech industry.

The prizes for this challenge were substantial, including:

• 370 laptops
• 774 tablets
• 100 internship openings

Recognition and Reward

The jubilation didn’t stop with the announcement of the challenges, successful participants have already begun receiving emails notifying them of their well-deserved rewards.

The email reads;

We are delighted to inform you that based on your level of participation in the 3MTT program, performance in quizzes, and, most importantly, being a student currently enrolled in a tertiary institution, you have been found eligible to receive a laptop device.

Impact on Women in Technology

The collaborative efforts of 3MTT and HerTechHub has shown a significant step towards narrowing the gender gap in the technology sector. By providing tangible resources and recognition, these initiatives encourage women to pursue their interests, overcome challenges, and contribute meaningfully to the evolving technology.

About the 3MTT Phase Two

The Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation, & Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, has officially launched the second phase of the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative. This project aims to train a total of 270,000 Fellows, marking a significant expansion following the successful completion of the first phase that trained 30,000 individuals.

Scaling Impact Across the Nation

The second phase, often referred to as the pilot phase, is set to reach 10% of its overall target, with the ultimate goal of upskilling and empowering participants to actively contribute to the global digital economy. The initiative has received a massive response, attracting approximately 1.8 million registrations from prospective trainees spread across the 774 local governments in Nigeria.

Empowering Through Education

The Honourable Minister reiterated the importance of providing cutting-edge content that allows Fellows to learn at their own pace. So as to link participants with physical learning locations in proximity to their residences.The projected timeline for the courses spans 12 to 18 months, allowing for a comprehensive learning experience.

Nation’s Digital Backbone

Dr. Tijani explains the broader vision behind the initiative, stating,

,As we empower them, we will end up strengthening our ability to defend our GDP as a country, to defend the complexity of our economy, as well as ensure that we continue to drive the growth that we want to see in our beloved country.”

Support to Entrepreneurship and Innovation

The Ministry is actively engaging with partners to provide support for Fellows interested in entrepreneurship. Dr. Tijani poinetd this collaborative effort, stating, “We are working with partners to ensure that those who want to go the route of entrepreneurship can be supported to kick off their small businesses and start their technology startups.”

3MTT as a Catalyst for Transformation

Launched in November, 2023, the 3MTT initiative stands as the world’s largest talent accelerator, focusing on read dressing government services in Nigeria and creating a dynamic workforce capable of spearheading technological advancements across critical sectors.

To gain insights into the Honourable Minister’s announcement and further details on the 3MTT initiative’s second phase, click here.

Conclusion

The distribution of laptops and tablets, coupled with the acknowledgment of participants’ accomplishments, marks a jubilant moment in the journey towards gender equality in technology.

3MTT FAQs

This section will provide with the most frequently asked questions and answers about the 3MTT programme.

What is 3MTT?

The 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme is a Nigerian government initiative designed to train and empower young Nigerians with digital skills.

What are the goals of 3MTT?

• Train 3 million Nigerians in digital skills by 2025
• Create 2 million digital jobs by 2025
• Empower Nigeria’s youth and develop the country’s technical talent pool
• Fuel Nigeria’s digital economy.

Who is behind 3MTT?

The 3MTT program is spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy. It is a key part of the government’s Renewed Hope agenda.

How does 3MTT work?

The program collaborates with various stakeholders including training providers, partners, placement organizations, and of course, the program fellows themselves.

• Training: Fellows will receive training in various digital skills through approved training providers like AltSchool Africa.
• Placement: The program aims to connect graduates with job opportunities.
• Learning Community: Even those not selected as fellows can be part of the 3MTT Learning Community for ongoing resources and learning opportunities.

Is there anything else I should know about 3MTT?

• The program is currently in phases with fellows being shortlisted for phases 2, 3, and 4.
• The program offers unemployment benefits to participants.
• You can find more information on the program website