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GERMAN FIRM TO TRAIN 100 KENYAN DEVELOPERS IN RPA SKILLS Darmstadt-based robotic solutions company Servicetrace has partnered with Kenyan boutique PR agency and IT services provider African Elite Group to train 100 Kenyan developers in robotic process automation (RPA) skills.
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ervicetrace said in a statement on LinkedIn that its partnership with African Elite Group will help young technology graduates in Africa find opportunities through skills development that leads to good-paying jobs
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in the global market. “Thereby a priority will be given to female developers, as it is important to close the gender gap in technology where females remain underrepresented,” the company added. Kenyan publication Business
Daily reported that the partnership will see African Elite Group select candidates for the programme. In addition, the company will also offer trainees mentorship in collaboration with its regional network of digital technology partners. ai