A 15-year-old Ugandan entrepreneur, Nyanzi Martin Luther, has appealed to Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, to back his international digital training initiative designed to equip underprivileged youth across the continent with critical 21st-century skills.
Nyanzi, founder of Block FM 103.2 and the Apex Digital Skills Program, is calling for investment in skills development rather than handouts, stressing that Africa’s future lies in youth-driven innovation and digital transformation.
“We don’t just need handouts. We need visionary support to train Africa’s digital builders, especially those left out by formal education,” Nyanzi said in a recent media interview.
Expanding Access Through Apex
The Apex Digital Skills program, launched under Apex Media Services, provides hands-on training in web design, coding, content creation, video editing, and online entrepreneurship. It primarily targets youth aged 10–25, particularly school dropouts and those from low-income backgrounds.
So far, the initiative has trained more than 1,500 young people in Uganda and is expanding to Kenya, South Africa, and diaspora communities in the UK and Japan.
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Although the pair have never met, Nyanzi said Dangote represents a symbol of African potential and resilience. He hopes to attract the billionaire’s attention not just for funding but also for mentorship and visibility.
“Dangote’s empire was built on solving real problems. That’s exactly what Apex is doing — solving youth unemployment through digital tools,” he explained.
Call for Partnerships
To expand its reach, Apex Digital Skills is inviting philanthropists, corporate partners, and individuals to contribute. According to Nyanzi, funds are used for learning devices, internet access, training materials, and starter kits for participants.
Support Apex Digital Skills via:
MTN Uganda Merchant ID: 856990 (Block FM)
International transfer: +256776411275
Nyanzi, who has already established radio stations and currently chairs the National Association of Online Broadcasters and Publishers, said his work represents a larger movement of African youth demanding tools, training, and opportunities.
“Africa’s young people are not lazy. They just need tools, training, and a chance. That’s what Apex stands for,” he said.
