Microsoft and SABC launch initiative to expand AI and digital skills across South Africa

Date: 2026-01-30
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By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye

Microsoft South Africa and SABC Plus have announced a new partnership aimed at delivering AI literacy and digital skills training to millions of South Africans. The announcement was made during the Microsoft AI Tour in Johannesburg.

The collaboration will integrate AI and digital skills content into the SABC Plus platform, making learning more accessible to learners, educators, and job seekers nationwide. The initiative supports Microsoft’s broader commitment to train one million South Africans by 2026, equipping participants with skills necessary for an AI-driven economy.

By providing on-demand access to AI and digital education, the partnership seeks to reduce the digital divide, enhance employability, and prepare the country for future economic opportunities in technology and innovation.

 

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