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
Learn practical AI skills like automation, chatbots, and data analysis to start earning from day one.
We build practical AI projects solving real problems in agriculture, trade, education, and health—locally and globally
Gain practical experience through real projects, mastering AI tools and techniques you can use immediately for income.
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.
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.
Enrollment is open now! Limited slots available to ensure personalized support and interactive learning.
Early registration is highly recommended to secure your place
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Graduate with a portfolio of completed AI projects (videos, art, content automations) that demonstrate your capability and creativity to clients, employers, or investors.
Goal: Learn essential AI tools and complete your first paid project.
Introduction to AI & Prompt Engineering
AI for Business & Automation
AI Video & Audio Tools
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)
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.
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.
Over the past two years, we have successfully implemented training programs in Graphic Design and Financial Literacy, empowering students with practical, income-generating skills.
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.
We have successfully reached 58% of our target communities, with an active presence in 35 districts across the country.
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.
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
Want to join the course for your best AI skills? Chat with us to get started.
