20 Free MacBook Pros, Countless Opportunities: Upskill 3.0 Empowers Young Nigerian Techies
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Tech enthusiasts and new product ideas are inseparable. They are always coming up with new product ideas to solve real-world problems.<br />
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If they are not thinking about the next payment app to build, they are daydreaming about the next big educational tool to create to help students learn better. Their ideas are endless, and most of them are worth investing in.<br />
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Unfortunately, most of these ideas often fall flat, not because they are bad, but because average tech enthusiasts in Nigeria don’t have the right tools, resources, or support.<br />
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Some are stuck with a laptop that lags; others lack access to basic amenities like electricity, and many simply don’t get the visibility they need.<br />
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However, with initiatives like Upskill with Cardtonic, many techies are receiving the support, resources, and opportunities they need to bring their ideas to life.<br />
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In the latest edition, Upskill 3.0, 20 tech enthusiasts received brand-new MacBook Pros and cash prizes to build their careers.<br />
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Impact of the Upskill Program over the Years <br />
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Cardtonic, a leading fintech brand in Nigeria, launched the Upskill program to support Nigerian tech enthusiasts struggling to build their careers. This involves equipping them with the right tools, support, and opportunities to thrive in the tech industry.<br />
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In the first edition of Upskill in 2022, this goal became a reality as 15 tech enthusiasts in Nigeria received brand-new MacBooks to boost their careers. Then, Upskill 2.0 came back bigger and better in 2024, supporting 20 tech enthusiasts with brand-new MacBooks and cash prizes for 13 runners-up.<br />
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However, beyond the laptops and cash prizes, the two Upskill editions have made a significant difference in the Nigerian tech industry. Some of the Upskill winners have built unique projects and products, just because they have the right tools. Many have secured better job opportunities because they had the right resources to practice and sharpen their skills. As a matter of fact, some Upskill alumni are currently working at Cardtoni...
