Orange DRC launches digital education initiatives at Science and Technology Week
Date: 2026-04-18
By: Kanto Kai Okanta
Orange
DRC has reinforced its commitment to digital education and innovation by
participating in Science and Technology Week, held at the Science Village
within the Gombe Institute in Kinshasa.
Through
its Foundation and Orange Digital Center (ODC), the company showcased a range
of initiatives aimed at equipping students and young people with digital skills
essential for the future.
The
exhibition attracted high-level government officials, including the Minister of
State for National Education and New Citizenship, Raïssa Malu; Minister of
Vocational Training, Marc Ekila Likombo; Minister of Higher and University
Education, Prof. Marie-Thérèse Sombo Safi; and Minister of Communication and
Media, Patrick Muyaya Katembwe.
During
the event, Orange DRC presented its programmes focused on training youth in
digital competencies, highlighting its role in supporting education and human
capital development in the country.
Over
the two-day exhibition, students and educators engaged with digital learning
tools, including hands-on demonstrations using tablets, and explored training
opportunities offered through the Orange Digital Center. Participants were also
introduced to programmes such as Super Coders and Junior Makers, designed to
foster early interest in coding and technological creativity.
The
company indicated that its participation reflects a broader strategy to support
inclusive and sustainable digital education, positioning Orange DRC as a key
partner in preparing the next generation for the digital economy.
