By Chijike K Ndukwu
The Africa Universities Fund, Inc. (AUF) will host its maiden and groundbreaking virtual graduation ceremony celebrating the achievements of over 70 young professionals from across West Africa on Saturday, January 25, 2025. These trailblazers have successfully completed globally recognized certificate programs through the Google Professional Career Scholarship program, a transformative initiative empowering a new generation with in-demand digital skills worldwide.

The virtual ceremony will take place at 4:00 PM (Nigerian Time) / 10:00 AM (EST) via Zoom.
Lined up esteemed speakers at the graduation include Professor Viola Onwuliri, former Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs; Professor Alloy Onyeka, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Ozumba Mbadiwe University; Ms. Magdalene Venn, retired United Nations Staff & Executive Director of GlobalNeed, Inc., USA.; Dr. Janice Thomas, Director of the International Education Center at Brookdale Community College, NJ, USA; and Mr. Ron Mahenur, National ICT Awards Winner, Innovator and CEO of Uddoktagiri, Bangladesh.
Through its pioneering Transnational Education for Sustainable Development in Sub Saharan Africa (TNEDS-Africa) program, AUF is reshaping the future of education and workforce readiness across the continent.
By offering youth reskilling and upskilling opportunities, AUF addresses critical gaps in global workforce demand, particularly in high-growth sectors like technology and healthcare; partnering with tech giants like Google and Coursera, AUF’s work equips participants with world-class credentials in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, UX Design, Project Management, IT Support & E-Commerce.
This virtual graduation is not just a celebration of individual achievements but also a testament to AUF’s unwavering commitment to creating pathways to global competitiveness. As a leading nonprofit organization based in New York City, AUF builds bridges between African talent and global opportunities through programs in higher education, entrepreneurship, and digital inclusion. The event underscores the limitless potential of technology to drive sustainable development and equip West Africa’s youth with the skills to excel in the global economy.
Africa Universities Fund, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing higher education, digital skills training, and workforce development in Africa. Through strategic partnerships and groundbreaking initiatives with Google and other tech giants, AUF empowers young people to achieve their full potential in a rapidly evolving global economy. To apply for the scholarship, contact us at info@auf-usa.org. Africa Universities Fund, Inc | New York City, USA | 501(C)(3) Public Charity | # 83-0803064
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