EMobilis X Ajira Digital Community

24/08/2026

From Cohort 1 to AWS Golden Jacket holder.

Pauline Namwakira knows what it means to start the journey before you know where it will take you.

As one of the participants of the first Ajira AWS re/Start cohort, Pauline shared how the programme became a launchpad for her journey into cloud computing, taking her through multiple certifications and ultimately to becoming an AWS Golden Jacket holder.

Her message to Cohort 15 was deeply personal: believe that you can do this.

There will be moments when imposter syndrome shows up and makes you question whether you belong. Pauline’s reminder was powerful: sometimes, imposter syndrome is evidence that you are stepping into something bigger and that you belong in the room.

Her advice was equally simple and challenging: the only person you are competing with is yourself. Focus on becoming better than who you were yesterday.

And above all, do the hard things even when no one is watching. Keep learning. Keep showing up. Keep pushing.

Cohort 15, Pauline has walked this road before you. Now it is your turn to make the journey count.

24/08/2026

“Africa’s problems must be solved by Africans themselves.”

That was the powerful message from Joseph Mensah, Deloitte Africa Social Impact Program Lead, as he welcomed participants to the Ajira AWS re/Start Cohort 15.

Joseph challenged stakeholders across government, academia and the private sector to move beyond working in silos and come together to tackle one of Africa’s most pressing challenges: creating meaningful pathways from education and skills to employment for its young people.

Africa has the world’s youngest population, yet too many young Africans continue to face limited access to skills, jobs and economic opportunity. The question, therefore, is not whether we have the talent. It is whether our systems are working together well enough to unlock it.

He highlighted how the partnership between Deloitte, eMobilis and AWS re/Start brings complementary strengths to this challenge. Deloitte contributes soft skills, mentorship and career readiness; eMobilis drives recruitment, training, delivery and learner support; while AWS provides technical cloud training, learning platforms and certification pathways.

The approach goes beyond technical skills. Through AWS re/Start, learners develop cloud foundations, Linux, Python, security, networking, AWS services and employability skills, supported by hands on labs, scenario based learning and resources that prepare them for entry level cloud roles.

Joseph also shared the ambition behind Deloitte’s WorldClass initiative, which seeks to expand access to education, skills development and opportunity at scale, alongside AWS’s global commitment to expanding access to cloud skills.

For him, the principle is simple: one learner is one life changed.

And when governments, businesses, academia and development partners combine their strengths, one learner can become a catalyst for change far beyond themselves.

To Cohort 15, the opportunity is here. Build the skills. Build the confidence. Build the future Africa needs.

24/08/2026

“Africa’s problems must be solved by Africans themselves.”

That was the powerful message from Joseph Mensah, Deloitte Africa Social Impact Program Lead, as he welcomed participants to the Ajira AWS re/Start Cohort 15.

Joseph challenged stakeholders across government, academia and the private sector to move beyond working in silos and come together to tackle one of Africa’s most pressing challenges: creating meaningful pathways from education and skills to employment for its young people.

Africa has the world’s youngest population, yet too many young Africans continue to face limited access to skills, jobs and economic opportunity. The question, therefore, is not whether we have the talent. It is whether our systems are working together well enough to unlock it.

He highlighted how the partnership between Deloitte, eMobilis and AWS re/Start brings complementary strengths to this challenge. Deloitte contributes soft skills, mentorship and career readiness; eMobilis drives recruitment, training, delivery and learner support; while AWS provides technical cloud training, learning platforms and certification pathways.

Joseph also shared the ambition behind Deloitte’s WorldClass initiative, which seeks to expand access to education, skills development and opportunity at scale, alongside AWS’s global commitment to expanding access to cloud skills.

For him, the principle is simple: one learner is one life changed.

And when governments, businesses, academia and development partners combine their strengths, one learner can become a catalyst for change far beyond themselves.

To Cohort 15, the opportunity is here. Build the skills. Build the confidence. Build the future Africa needs.

24/08/2026

What does it take to build a career in the cloud? For Lucas Ruengeler, Senior Program Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), it starts with staying curious, building practical skills and having the courage to keep learning.

Speaking during the Ajira AWS re/Start Cohort 15 kick off, Lucas welcomed the new cohort and highlighted how the 12 week programme equips learners from diverse backgrounds with practical skills for entry level cloud roles.

From cloud foundations and AWS core services to Linux, Python, security, networking, AI and employability skills, learners will gain hands on experience while preparing for the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification.

He also shared the global reach of AWS re/Start, which has connected more than 30,000 learners to jobs worldwide and is active in 70+ countries and 270+ cities.

For Cohort 15, the message was clear: stay curious, keep showing up and embrace the tough days. The skills gained today can open doors to the careers of tomorrow.

24/08/2026

6,000+ applicants. 250 selected. One journey into the cloud.

Welcoming Ajira AWS re/Start Cohort 15, Ken Mwenda, Co Founder and Managing Director at eMobilis, challenged the new cohort to seize the opportunity ahead.

Over the next 12 weeks of intensive technical training in cloud computing, participants will build practical skills and work towards the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner** certification.

The opportunity is also intentionally inclusive. 80% of the selected learners are young women, 20% are young men, while 3% are persons with disabilities, reinforcing the commitment to ensuring that more young people can access pathways into the digital economy.

The selection process was equally deliberate and merit based. In just two weeks, more than 6,000 young people applied. 1,449 were shortlisted, 650 undertook the virtual screening assessment, 493 progressed to panel interviews, and 250 were selected.

That is not just recruitment. It is a deliberate investment in talent.

With an average certification rate of 91%, Ken affirmed his confidence in Ajira AWS re/Start, championed by eMobilis, as an intentional and effective pathway for equipping young people with relevant, marketable cloud skills.

To Cohort 15: stay the course, get certified and build what comes next.

24/08/2026

Welcoming the new Ajira AWS re/Start Cohort 15, Edna Karijo, Associate Director at eMobilis, challenged participants to have the courage and commitment to see the programme through to completion and harness the full value of the skills gained.

The journey starts now. The opportunity is theirs to make it count.

24/08/2026

A new cloud journey begins today.

The wait is over. Ajira AWS re/Start Cohort 15 is officially kicking off, bringing together 250 young aspiring cloud technologist including 200 young women and 2 persons with disability a new generation of young people ready to build skills, explore opportunities and shape their future in the digital economy.

Congratulations to all the participants selected for Cohort 15. Your selection is a recognition of your potential and the possibilities ahead of you. We are excited to see what you will learn, build and achieve throughout this journey.

The program continues to open pathways for financially disadvantaged young people aged 18 to 35, with a strong focus on young women, persons with disability and refugees to gain practical cloud computing skills and pursue meaningful and fulfilling digital work opportunities.

To our new cohort, this is your moment to learn, ask questions, challenge yourselves and make every opportunity count. The journey may be demanding, but the possibilities are even greater.

Welcome to Cohort 15. Your cloud career starts here.

24/07/2026

Are you a young woman, looking to launch a career in Cloud technology? Look no further, Your journey starts here.

Cloud skills are among the most sought-after in today's digital economy and now you can gain them FREE through the Ajira AWS re/Start.

If you're a woman aged 18–35 who is unemployed or underemployed, this is your opportunity to gain industry-relevant skills, work on real-world projects, and prepare for in-demand careers in cloud computing.

💡 What you'll learn:
✅ Cloud Computing Fundamentals
✅ Programming
✅ Linux
✅ Networking
✅ Databases
✅ Security
✅ AI Modules
✅ Professional & Employability Skills

📅 Application Deadline: 30th July
⏰ Training: 6 Hours a Day (Mon–Fri) | 12 Weeks

The future of work is digital. Equip yourself with the skills employers are looking for and take the first step towards a thriving career in tech.

📲 Scan the QR code or apply today: https://bit.ly/4hpV4Tj

19/06/2026

Behind every success story is a young woman who was given the opportunity to prove what she is capable of.

The young refugee women featured in this video are building brighter futures through digital skills, apprenticeships, and access to economic opportunities.

Among them are Khabi Hassan, who now earns between KES 30,000 and KES 40,000 per month through digital work, and Glory, who is using digital opportunities to support her family while building valuable experience for her future career.

Then there's Glory Leila, whose digital journey has unlocked new opportunities for economic independence. Today, she is earning kES 25,000 every month through digital work, helping support her family while building the skills, experience, and confidence needed to shape a brighter future.

Their stories reflect the impact being experienced by many young women participating in the Ajira Digital Village for She initiative, implemented by eMobilis Mobile Technology Institutes through the Ajira Digital Program with the strategic support and funding of the Mastercard Foundation

Together with our collaborator Bosco Kakuma, we are helping create pathways for refugee women to access skills, opportunities, and dignified work.

This World Refugee Day, we celebrate the resilience, ambition, and potential of all the young women featured in this video who continue to demonstrate that talent knows no borders.

18/06/2026

What does opportunity look like?

For Lilian Ashimwe, an urban refugee from the DRC living in Kenya, it looks like gaining digital skills, accessing online work opportunities, and building a future on her own terms.

Through the Ajira Digital Program, implemented by eMobilis with the strategic support of the Mastercard Foundation, and in collaboration with RefuSHE Kenya, Lilian was equipped with the skills and support needed to participate in the digital economy.

Her journey reminds us that behind every refugee story is talent, resilience, ambition, and the determination to succeed.

This World Refugee Day, let's celebrate the young women who are breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and showing the world that talent goes far beyond borders.

🎥 Watch Lilian's inspiring journey; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhmSnZIb2V4

Lilian Ashimwe is a Kenyan-born refugee from the Democratic Republi...