Wingu Africa, a leading East African carrier-neutral data center operator, and Gebeya Inc., Gebeya is a leading Pan-African tech leadership company that specializes in Saas-enabled custom talent cloud innovation, are thrilled to announce the launch of a groundbreaking talent cloud solution aimed at developing human capital for the data center industry in East Africa. The official launch of this partnership took place today Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at the Wingu Africa Data Center in the Ethio ICT Park, LemiKura.
This innovative collaboration aims to train and certify 1,000 young people in data center infrastructure and technologies within the next year through a unique talent cloud platform. The initiative will focus on identifying, onboarding, and developing these individuals, ultimately creating a strong pool of skilled data center technologists, with a commitment that at least 20% of this talent pool will be women.
We are thrilled to collaborate with Gebeya Inc. in this transformative initiative. Our partnership will not only enhance the skills of many individuals but will also create significant employment opportunities in the data center sector. This initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to develop skilled talent and drive technological growth across the continent.
Demos Kyriacou, Co-founder and Deputy CEO, Wingu Africa
- Phase One: Identifying, Onboarding and Upskilling: This phase involves onboarding 1,000 individuals and equipping them with data center infrastructure and technology skills.
- Phase Two: Talent Matching: Once a pool of at least 100 skilled individuals is formed, the focus will then be on matching these developed talents with employment or consultancy opportunities in the data center.
- Phase Three: Introducing Ecosystem Participants: The skilled talent, customers, and partners will be introduced to the utilization of Wingu’s data center and its ecosystem.
Partnering with Wingu represents a significant step forward in our mission to develop and deploy skilled talent across Africa. This talent cloud initiative will equip individuals with essential data center skills and create sustainable employment opportunities that drive economic growth in the region.
Amadou Daffe, CEO, Gebeya Inc.
The launch of this talent cloud solution signifies a major advancement in building a skilled workforce for East Africa’s data center industry. Both Wingu Africa and Gebeya Inc. are eager to embark on this transformative journey and anticipate a positive impact on the region’s technological landscape.
