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Workshop 01
09:00am-01:00pm
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Workshop 02
02:00am-05:00pm
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Workshop 03
09:00am-01:00pm
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Workshop 04
02:00am-05:00pm
Promoting Women Entrepreneurship through Digital Transformation Targeting Women Entrepreneurs
Summary: This workshop will focus on promoting girls' entrepreneurship through digital transformation, with a particular emphasis on women entrepreneurs. It will explore how digital tools and strategies can empower girls and women to start and grow their businesses.
Importance: Encouraging girls and women to become entrepreneurs can contribute to gender equality and economic growth. Digital transformation can remove barriers and provide women with opportunities to succeed in various industries.
Handling the Workshop Topic:
- Highlight success stories of female entrepreneurs who leveraged digital platforms.
- Provide practical guidance on starting and scaling digital businesses.
- Facilitate discussions on challenges and solutions specific to female entrepreneurs.
- Encourage participants to develop digital business ideas and plans.
Workshop Lead: Commissioner for Women Affairs, Kano
Coordinator: Aisha Tofa
Facilitators: Amal Hassan, Naima Ilu, Maryam Gwadabe
Venue: Kano Anti Curruption Institute (KANCI), Goron Dutse, Kano
Date & Time: Saturday 23rd September, 2023 By 9:00am - 01:00pm Participation Click on this Link
Roles of Government Agencies in Promoting Digital Economy targeting Government Agencies
Summary: This workshop will examine the roles and responsibilities of government agencies in promoting the digital economy. It will emphasize the importance of government support and policies in fostering digital innovation and economic growth.
Importance: Government agencies play a pivotal role in creating an enabling environment for the digital economy to thrive. Their policies, regulations, and initiatives can significantly impact the growth of the tech ecosystem.
Handling the Workshop Topic:
- Invite government officials to share insights on their agencies' roles in the digital economy.
- Discuss case studies of regions where government policies have successfully fostered digital innovation.
- Facilitate dialogue between government representatives and industry stakeholders.
- Encourage the development of recommendations for government agencies to enhance their support for the digital economy.
Workshop Lead: Dr. Yusuf Sharada, SSA ICT Kano
Coordinator: Abdussalam Abdurrashid
Facilitators: Prof. Ahmed Baita Garko, Dr. Muhd Sirajo Aliyu, Dr. Auwal Ibrahim & Mr. Umar Damcida
Venue: Kano Anti Curruption Institute (KANCI), Goron Dutse, Kano
Date & Time: Saturday 23rd September, 2023 By 02:00pm - 05:00pm
Digital Job Creation and Skills for Youth Employment targeting Kano Youth
Summary: This workshop will address the critical issue of youth unemployment in Kano by highlighting the role of digital job creation and skills development. It will focus on how digital skills can open doors to employment opportunities and entrepreneurship for young people.
Importance: Youth employment is a pressing concern in Kano, and digital skills are increasingly in demand globally. Equipping Kano's youth with digital skills can empower them to access a wide range of job opportunities, both locally and remotely.
Handling the Workshop Topic:
- Offer hands-on training in relevant digital skills such as coding, digital marketing, and online freelancing.
- Showcase success stories of young entrepreneurs who started digital businesses.
- Facilitate discussions on strategies for linking youth with digital job opportunities.
- Encourage participants to create personalized digital skill development plans.
Workshop Lead: Commissioner of Science & Technology, Kano
Coordinator: Sadiq Aliyu Ahmad
Facilitators: Ahmad Bature, Isah Nasidi, Samiu Salihu & Sadiq Yusif Ilu
Venue: Kano Anti Curruption Institute (KANCI), Goron Dutse, Kano
Date & Time: Sunday 24th September, 2023 By 9:00am - 10:00pm Participation Click on this Link
Impact of Digitalization on Business Development targeting Kano Traders and Unions
Summary: This workshop will explore how digitalization can revolutionize traditional businesses, particularly focusing on Kano's traders and unions. It will showcase the potential benefits of adopting digital technologies, such as improved efficiency, expanded markets, and increased competitiveness.
Importance: : Digitalization can empower Kano's traders and unions by enabling them to tap into a broader customer base, streamline operations, and enhance their overall business performance. It's crucial to equip them with the knowledge and tools to navigate this digital transformation successfully.
Handling the Workshop Topic:
- Present case studies of businesses that have successfully embraced digitalization.
- Provide practical demonstrations of digital tools and platforms relevant to traders and unions.
- Facilitate discussions on the challenges and opportunities of digital adoption in traditional sectors.
- Encourage participants to develop action plans for integrating digital strategies into their businesses.
Workshop Lead: Commissioner of Commerce, Kano
Coordinator: Usman Namadi Inuwa
Facilitators: Abdulrahman Sulaiman, Abdulrahman Abubakar Ahmad, Abdulhamid Tijjani
Venue: Kano Anti Curruption Institute (KANCI), Goron Dutse, Kano
Date & Time: Sunday 24th September, 2023 By 02:00pm - 05:00pm