LekeOyetoke, founder of SIIT – Scholars International Institute of Technology, alongside his team, has launched SIIT Africa – a tutor-led training initiative aimed at equipping millions across Africa with essential technical and vocational skills. This program is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled talent in the workforce while providing individuals with self-employable and monetizable skills.
The need for self-employable and monetizable skills in Africa has become increasingly crucial as the continent’s youth population continues to grow rapidly. With millions of young people entering the job market each year, there is a critical demand for skills that not only enable employment but also empower individuals to create economic value through entrepreneurship and innovation.
Traditional education systems in many African countries often fail to equip students with practical, job-ready, and monetizable skills. This disconnect between education and employability has resulted in high youth unemployment rates. As a solution, the focus has shifted toward vocational and technical education, digital literacy, and entrepreneurial training, which are seen as vital tools for economic empowerment.
In today’s digital economy, skills such as software development, data analysis, digital marketing, content creation, and mobile app development are in high demand. These skills are not only employable but also highly monetizable, enabling individuals to generate income through freelancing, startups, or remote work opportunities. Additionally, vocational skills like electrical work, plumbing, and expertise in renewable energy are increasingly needed to address Africa’s growing infrastructure and development challenges.
By investing in the development of employable and monetizable skills, Africa can harness its vast talent pool, reduce unemployment, and fuel economic growth. The rise of EdTech platforms and vocational training programs, such as SIIT Africa, is playing a crucial role in bridging the skills gap and empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to succeed in the modern economy.
SIIT Africa’s learning model includes live online classes, well-structured curricula, expert tutors, peer-to-peer training sessions, and industrial internships to provide hands-on industry experience. This program ensures that students can learn from top professionals regardless of their location.
Background on SIIT – Scholars International Institute of Technology
Scholars International Institute of Technology – SIIT, the parent organization of SIIT Africa, operates in the tech education space with a global mission to provide skills education and certification in various fields. Since its founding in 2015, SIIT has focused on delivering high-quality education with flexibility and convenience, empowering learners to advance their careers in various fields of technology.
SIIT has achieved several notable milestones since its inception.
In 2021, it was recognized as the “Top Choice Online Technical Institute” by FixThePhoto and lauded by WriteMyEssays for its training quality.
In 2022, the institute trained over 67,000 individuals worldwide and was named one of the “Best Delaware Education Companies and Start-ups” by Best Startups USA.
In 2023, SIIT earned the award title of “Best Self-Paced Tech Education & E-Learning Entity” by Corporate Vision Media, welcomed new members to its Academic Advisory Board, and gained accreditation from the American Council of Training and Development (ACTD).
In 2024, SIIT was awarded “Excellence in Education and Training Award for 2024-2025”, received accreditation from the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE), and received the award titled ”Excellence in Distance Learning Education – Global Award” from International Elite 100. The success stories from SIIT’s students and graduates across social media highlight the effectiveness of its online training model.
Building on these successes,SIIT Africa launches to address the unique challenges in Africa by equipping individuals with employable and monetizable skills that align with workplace demands.
To continue serving its target market effectively, SIIT prioritizes flexibility, effective learning, and convenience, allowing students to customize their learning experience according to their schedules and preferences. This approach has led to increased engagement, motivation, and better learning outcomes, fostering a culture of lifelong learning across its global student base.
Founding Members Background
LekeOyetoke, a Nigerian entrepreneur based in Lagos, is the Founder of SIIT – Scholars International Institute of Technology, alongside Gemma Livesey – a Librarian from the United Kingdom who is the current President and Bonnie Johnson (VP) from the United States.
LekeOyetoke has extensive background in tutoring and education, with technical expertise in Digital Marketing and Business Analytics. A Harvard alumnus, he has received several prestigious awards, including the “Edupreneur of the Year Award” in 2023 from FOYA Global Awards, and the title of “Africa’s 10 Most Empowering Business Leaders in 2024” by CIO Views Magazine. Most recently, he earned recognition in the renowned “Who’s Who in the World” by Marquis Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and impact.
SIIT is transforming lives through accessible, high-quality skills education that meets learners’ needs for a lifetime – LekeOyetoke.
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