Congo Telecom and ESGAE partner to align academic training with industry needs

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

Congo Telecom has entered into a strategic collaboration with the École Supérieure de Gestion et d’Administration des Entreprises (ESGAE) aimed at strengthening the link between academic training and the practical requirements of the telecommunications and digital sectors.

The partnership seeks to address current challenges in digitalisation, connectivity, and digital service delivery while enhancing the development of skills aligned with labour market demands.

As part of the engagement, Congo Telecom representatives, including Ms. Claudia Nzimbou, Director of Enterprise and Wholesale, and Ms. Michèle Tsila, Director of Customer Experience, held discussions with ESGAE leadership on key areas of cooperation designed to improve digital access and service delivery within the academic institution.

The discussions focused on improving connectivity infrastructure to ensure reliable internet access for students and staff, as well as deploying Congo Telecom sales teams on campus to support users with connectivity services. Additional proposals included the introduction of hosting and fixed telephony services to expand the institution’s digital ecosystem.

The partnership also outlines plans for the organisation of sector-led masterclasses, expert-led sessions, and immersive training programmes aimed at exposing students to real-world industry practices in telecommunications and digital transformation.

Congo Telecom described the collaboration as a step toward building a sustainable bridge between academic theory and professional practice, noting that continuous skills adaptation is essential in the context of rapid digital transformation.

The company also commended ESGAE’s leadership for its commitment to aligning education with industry needs, highlighting the institution’s role in advancing practical, market-relevant training.