AI Ignite Zambia: Future-ready Skills for Work and Entrepreneurship

Transform Your Life in 90 Days with Artificial Intelligence

Learn the tools that global freelancers, business owners, and creators use to make money online – and apply them to your own hustle or startup.

Join Zambia’s #1 NanoDegree for practical, Monetizable Skills

Why Choose this Course

Why Join this AI Skill Program

Profitable AI Skills

Learn practical AI skills like automation, chatbots, and data analysis to start earning from day one.

Real-World AI Projects

We build practical AI projects solving real problems in agriculture, trade, education, and health—locally and globally

Hands-on training

Gain practical experience through real projects, mastering AI tools and techniques you can use immediately for income.

Upgrade Your Skills for Less Get 18.5% off select course fees when you enroll before July 31, 2025.

Now is the perfect time to make a bold, strategic move toward achieving your goals.

Offer valid for all open registration courses with any start date, provided you register and complete payment by July 31, 2025, at 23:59 UTC. To claim your discount for executive education courses, register at aiignite.c-eir.org and enter the promo code EARLYBIRD25 at checkout. Please note: This offer cannot be combined with any other executive education discounts.

Course Duration

3 Months (12 Weeks)

Gain job-ready AI skills in just three months through guided projects, hands-on tools, and expert mentorship. Each week builds toward a complete portfolio of real-world AI applications you can use immediately.

Start Date

1st September 2025

Enrollment is open now! Limited slots available to ensure personalized support and interactive learning.

Early registration is highly recommended to secure your place

Mode of Learning

Hybrid Model

Full-time Residential: Participants will be in campus for the entire 3 months

Blended: 5-Day Bootcamp + 12-Week Online Practical Sprint

Complete Online: Master AI in complete online learning from onset to completion of the course.

Examples of AI WOrks

Top 4 Lucrative AI Skills

AI Video & Filmmaking

Sora

No-code AI Apps

Cursor

AI Writing & Content

Jasper

AI Art & Design

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Program goal

On Completion, You Will Walk Away With

1. Hands-On AI Experience

Gain practical skills in using top AI tools like ChatGPT, Sora, Midjourney, and Zapier AI to solve real-world problems, automate tasks, and create monetizable content across industries.

2. Monetization-Ready Skillset

Walk away with immediately applicable AI skills—from automating workflows to creating viral videos and content—empowering you to start earning through freelance work, startups, or side hustles.

3. Future-Proof Digital Mindset

Build the confidence and strategic thinking needed to lead or launch AI-driven solutions, no matter your background—positioning yourself as an innovator in the future of work.

4. Portfolio of AI Projects

Graduate with a portfolio of completed AI projects (videos, art, content automations) that demonstrate your capability and creativity to clients, employers, or investors.

COURSE CURRICULUM

AI Empowerment Program

Month 1: Foundations & AI Tools

Goal: Learn essential AI tools and complete your first paid project.

Introduction to AI & Prompt Engineering

AI for Business & Automation

AI Video & Audio Tools

Month 2: AI in Media & Real-World Solutions

Goal: Develop no-code AI tools for Zambian SMEs and global clients.

WhatsApp & Social Media Chatbots

AI for Data & Reports

No-Code AI Apps (Basic Automation)

Month 3: Scaling & Monetization

Goal: Turn skills into a sustainable income stream (freelance or startup).

AI for E-commerce & Marketing

AI for Agriculture & Healthcare

Pitching & Business Development

Please note that module titles and their contents are subject to change during program development.

ABOUT THE CERTIFICATE

Discover the Power of a NanoDegree

Earn an official Certificate of Achievement in AI from New City Technical University College. 
 
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical online assignments. To receive your digital certificate, you must fulfill the requirements specified in the programme handbook, which will be provided at the start of the course.
 
Your digital certificate will be issued in your legal name and delivered upon successful completion of the programme in accordance with the outlined requirements.
 
Partnerships of the Program

Our Amazing Partnership:

At the heart of Zambia’s AI and digital revolution stands a transformative partnership: the Digital and Technology Literacy Skills (DTLS) Program—a 5-year collaboration between the Centre for eLearning and Information Technology Research (CeIR) and the Ministry of Education, implemented through the Zambia Library Service.

New City Technical University College, the academic cornerstone of this initiative, was born from the DTLS Program to provide certified training, cutting-edge curriculum, and industry-aligned credentials. Together, we bridge the gap between education and employment, equipping Zambians with future-proof skills in AI, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship.

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Implementing the Program

Over the past two years, we have successfully implemented training programs in Graphic Design and Financial Literacy, empowering students with practical, income-generating skills.

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Activities Carried Out and Delivered

Implementing the training Programs for the past five years, we have delivered five impactful human service training programs using face-to-face and online platforms.

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Community Reach and Presence

We have successfully reached 58% of our target communities, with an active presence in 35 districts across the country.

Our Training Director

Regina N. Mulenga, Operations Management, Executive Team, New City Technical University College.

The design of this AI Skills programme is led by New City Technical University College in collaboration with industry experts, who bring real-world experience and deep subject knowledge to guide you throughout the course. We are proud to share that the entire programme is fully integrated into our broader Digital and Technology Literacy Skills (DTLS) framework, ensuring a comprehensive, future-ready learning experience.

“The DTLS AI Skills Programme is a fantastic initiative for Zambia. It gives young people, graduates, professionals, and the working class a solid foundation in Artificial Intelligence—and the inspiration to go even further. Personally, I’ve been able to clearly see how AI applies to my own work. It helps me work faster, make smarter decisions, and be more productive in the office. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to understand how AI works and how to use it in real life.”​
Mutale Mupinde
Principal Librarian, ZLS
As a lifelong educator, I believe the AI Ignite Zambia program is a bold and timely step forward. It bridges the gap between global innovation and local potential—equipping Zambians with the skills to lead, create, and compete in a rapidly changing world. This is not just education; it’s empowerment for the future."
Prof. Thabo Mokoena
Senior Advisor, AI Ignite Zambia
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

F.A.Q.

Have a question about the AI Ignite Zambia Programme? Here are some of the most common questions we receive. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to contact us directly.

Anyone aged 18 and above living in Zambia—including students, graduates, working professionals, and entrepreneurs—can apply. No prior experience in AI is required

Applicants pay a ZMW 150.00 application fee. Course fees vary based on the selected track and will be shared with successful applicants after the screening process.

The 5-day residential training takes place in Lusaka. Participants are responsible for their own accommodation, food, transport, and medical needs during this period.

Yes. After the 5-day in-person training, learners will continue the programme online through structured assignments, virtual mentorship, and assessments.

Yes. All learners who successfully complete the course and meet the assessment requirements will receive a digital Certificate in AI Skills, issued by New City Technical University College and supported by the Ministry of Education, Zambia

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