Empowering Youth Through Establishment of a Digital Skills and Remote Jobs Hub in Ntchenachena

About this Project

Building on the community’s commitment to youth empowerment, the Ntchenachena Telecenter will utilize $9,995.43 in Mudzi Connect grant funds to be transformed into a Digital Skills and Remote Jobs Hub that equips 30 rural youth in Rumphi District with practical digital competencies. The project will utilize newly installed Starlink internet, 30 desktop computers, and a mini-library of 200 technical manuals to deliver structured training in data entry, website development, graphic design, and AI data labeling. Participants will be connected to global freelance platforms such as Upwork and Fiverr, enabling them to secure remote work opportunities. To ensure sustainability, the hub will offer revenue-generating services including printing, scanning, mobile money, and internet access, while a “Train-the-Trainer” program will certify five youth as future instructors. Through this intervention, the Ntchenachena Digital Skills and Remote Jobs Hub will reduce unemployment and establish a lasting platform for digital innovation in Rumphi District.

The Nexus, a digital remote work hub based in Mzuzu, Malawi, has utilized 60% of its Mudzi Connect funding to create dignified, paid digital work opportunities for youth in underserved communities in the Northern Region, starting with Rumphi District. The project has made strong progress: all 12 desktop computers have been procured, installed, and are fully operational, along with a laptop for coordination and a tablet for monitoring and communication. High-speed internet has been installed, and the centre has been painted inside and out, creating a conducive learning environment. Additionally, a repaired copier is now operational and has generated $41.09 in income. The project has enrolled 24 youths and aims to train 60 annually upon full implementation.