Orange Botswana launched Orange Digital Centre which will provide digital technology which has always been the main concern in Botswana.
The Vice President of Botswana, Mr Slumber Tsogwane said during the launch of the Orange digital centre that the government was equally appreciative of the support of such cooperating partners as Orange Botswana in the development of the country in various areas of human endeavour.
Digital technology is pivotal to the building to better societies and development of a stronger national economy which will enable development of job creation, thus centre is a digital ecosystem entirely dedicated to the development of digital skills and innovation.
“Orange Botswana’s act of generosity is worthy of our commendation and emulation as a nation. As we continue this journey to bridge the digital divide with the support of our strategic partner, Orange Botswana, we are cognizant of our unwavering commitment to improved efficiency, productivity, economic growth and the well-being of society,” said Tsogwane.
Orange Botswana established the Orange Digital Centre to enhance digitisation knowledge and create business and employment opportunities for the youth. The centre which is located at the Gaborone International Finance Park is open to everyone including students, employed and unemployed youth.
He further stated that the launch of the Orange Digital Centre was a testament to the important contributions made by organisations such as Orange Botswana, adding that services provided at the centre would capacitate and up-skill the youth with digital skills as well as help develop their entrepreneurship acumen through coaching, mentoring and financial support.
