PanAfrican Capital (PAC) Foundation has graduated 25 young Nigerian women from the fourth cohort of its Girls Can Code initiative after an intensive 13-week training programme in cybersecurity and data analysis, strengthening efforts to equip more women with digital skills needed to compete in Nigeria’s rapidly expanding technology sector.
The graduates, who earned professional certifications after successfully completing the programme, posted an average performance score of 87 percent, while 14 participants achieved scores of 90 percent and above. Of the 30 young women admitted into the programme, 25 met the graduation requirements, representing an 83 percent completion rate.
The initiative, implemented in partnership with NexQuantum Academy, is designed to bridge the gender gap in technology by providing young women with practical, industry-relevant digital skills that enhance employability and prepare them for careers in the global digital economy.
Throughout the 13-week programme, participants underwent intensive training in Cybersecurity Fundamentals and Data Analysis through a blend of instructor-led classes and structured self-paced learning delivered on a Learning Management System (LMS). They also completed practical assignments, quizzes and real-world projects while receiving continuous guidance and mentorship from experienced facilitators.
Speaking on the successful completion of the programme, Executive Secretary of PanAfrican Capital Foundation, Omolola Ojo, said the initiative reflects the foundation’s commitment to investing in the next generation of female technology professionals.
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“At PanAfrican Capital Foundation, we believe that empowering young women with relevant digital skills is one of the most impactful investments we can make for Nigeria’s future,” Ojo said.
She described Girls Can Code as more than a technology training programme, saying it serves as a platform that builds confidence, unlocks career opportunities and prepares young women to thrive in an increasingly competitive global digital economy.
“We are proud of the achievements of this cohort and remain committed to expanding access to quality technology education for many more young women,” she added.
The graduation ceremony, held on July 18, celebrated the participants’ transformation from technology beginners into professionals equipped with practical knowledge and globally relevant skills in two of the world’s fastest-growing technology disciplines.
Building on the success of the fourth cohort, the foundation said it is exploring plans to expand future editions of the programme by increasing enrolment, introducing additional technology tracks and strengthening mentorship and participant support systems to deliver even greater impact.
Since its inception, the Girls Can Code initiative has continued to empower young women with practical digital skills, mentorship and career opportunities, reinforcing the PanAfrican Capital Foundation’s commitment to promoting inclusive economic growth and creating pathways for women to participate meaningfully in Nigeria’s digital economy.
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