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Host: McKinsey.org (McKinsey Forward in Africa)
Host Country: Africa (all African countries, including Nigeria)
Category: Free Digital Skills Training Program
Eligible: Young People Residing in Africa, including Nigeria
Reward: Free; digital courses, virtual learning events, networking opportunities, certifications, a McKinsey.org Forward digital badge, and career-building support
Deadline: 5 October 2026, 11:59 PM PDT
Duration: 10 weeks
Eligibility:
- Must currently reside on the African continent (any country)
- Must be working or have prior work experience (including internships or apprenticeships), or be preparing to start work within the next 12 months
- Must have less than 5 years of total work experience (exceptions possible for those in nonprofit/NGO, non-corporate, or non-managerial roles)
- Must have completed at least a high school education or equivalent (e.g., GED)
- Must have a good command of English, as the programme is conducted in English
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