The Pan-African Capital Foundation (PAC Foundation), in collaboration with ALX Nigeria, has completed the third cohort of its Girls Can Code (GCC) initiative, training 100 young women in virtual assistant skills to boost employability and economic inclusion.
The programme blended technical training with career-readiness support, preparing participants for freelance and remote work in the growing digital economy.
According to the foundation, Cohort 3.0 recorded an 87% attendance rate and an 84% certification rate, exceeding its initial targets.
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PAC Foundation’s Executive Secretary, Omolola Ojo, said the initiative is designed to go beyond skills acquisition by opening pathways to long-term career growth and financial independence.
She noted that empowering young women with relevant digital competencies helps build confidence and expand future opportunities.
Participants reported a high satisfaction level, with an average score of 4.75, citing increased confidence, exposure to global opportunities and a strong mentorship culture. Several graduates have already secured freelance or remote roles, while others are supporting peers as mentors.
Oluwayomi Tobi-Ayegun, Programmes and Evaluation Manager at PAC Foundation, said the results highlight the impact of intentional programme design, adding that the focus is not just on certification but on real transitions into income-generating work.
Girls Can Code forms part of PAC Foundation’s wider commitment to advancing gender inclusion, digital literacy and youth empowerment, with plans underway to expand the initiative and reach more young women across the continent.
