PAC Foundation Empowers 100 Young Women with Digital Skills Through Girls Can Code Cohort 3.0

PanAfrican Capital Foundation (PAC Foundation) has successfully concluded Girls Can Code (GCC) Cohort 3.0 in partnership with ALX Nigeria, a flagship digital skills initiative designed to equip young women with in-demand Virtual Assistant (VA) skills, improve employability, and promote economic empowerment.

Girls Can Code Cohort 3.0 trained 100 young women in core virtual assistance competencies, combining technical instruction with career-readiness support. The programme focused on building participants’ digital confidence, professional competence, and readiness for freelance and remote work opportunities in today’s evolving digital economy.

Speaking on the impact of the initiative, Omolola Ojo, Executive Secretary of PAC Foundation, highlighted the programme’s broader purpose: “Girls Can Code goes beyond technical training—it is about unlocking opportunities and helping young women see what is possible for their futures. By equipping them with relevant digital skills, we are enabling financial independence, confidence, and long-term career growth.”

The programme recorded strong engagement and outcomes, with an 87% overall attendance rate and an 84% certification rate, exceeding the programme’s initial target.

Participants also reported a learner satisfaction score of 4.75, reflecting the quality of instruction and the relevance of the learning experience. Notably, several alumni transitioned into freelance and remote work roles shortly after completion, while others were trained and engaged as mentors to support peer learning and sustain programme impact.

According to Oluwayomi Tobi-Ayegun, Programs & Evaluation Manager at PAC Foundation, the results demonstrate the effectiveness of intentional programme design: “The outcomes from Cohort 3.0 affirm that when young women are given access to the right skills, tools, and support systems, they excel. Beyond certifications, we are seeing real transitions into income-generating opportunities and a growing culture of peer mentorship among alumni.”

Beneficiaries of the programme also shared how Girls Can Code has transformed their personal and professional journeys.

“Before this programme, I had no clear direction in the digital space. Today, I am certified, confident, and already exploring freelance opportunities,” said one participant.

Another beneficiary noted: “Girls Can Code helped me believe in my abilities. The training was practical, supportive, and empowering.”

A third participant added: “Being part of this cohort has opened my eyes to global opportunities I never thought were accessible to me.”

Girls Can Code is part of PAC Foundation’s broader commitment to promoting gender inclusion, digital literacy, and youth empowerment. The Foundation remains committed to expanding the programme’s reach and impact, ensuring more young women are equipped to thrive in the digital economy.