UNZA, CBU students engage in Airtel Tech Fellowship

50 students from the University of Zambia (UNZA) and Copperbelt University (CBU) pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programmes have been engaged in the Airtel Africa Technology Fellowship. And the government has commended Airtel Zambia for being a trusted partner in investing in human capital development in the education sector.Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary […]

50 students from the University of Zambia (UNZA) and Copperbelt University (CBU) pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programmes have been engaged in the Airtel Africa Technology Fellowship.

And the government has commended Airtel Zambia for being a trusted partner in investing in human capital development in the education sector.
Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary Kelvin Mambwe said Airtel Zambia has made a positive contribution to the education sector, demonstrating that partnerships between government and the private sector can achieve greater outcomes for learners and the nation.

Represented during the official launch of the Fellowship by the Ministry’s Director of University Education Brian Makufele, Dr Mambwe disclosed that 25 students from each university, ranging from first to fourth year, will benefit from the fellowship.

And Airtel Zambia Managing Director Hussam Baday said the 50 beneficiaries will each receive a laptop, fully paid accommodation and allowances for the duration of the five-year programme.