Applications are open for the BoostHER Program 2026, a free digital skills development opportunity designed to help African women acquire practical skills that can be used for employment, freelancing, entrepreneurship and remote work.
The programme is delivered through a collaboration between SDSN Youth Nigeria, She Leads Africa (SLA) and Jobberman, combining digital skills training with career-focused learning to help participants become better prepared for opportunities in the digital economy.
About the BoostHER Program
The digital economy continues to create opportunities in areas such as marketing, data, content creation, business operations and remote work. However, many people still face financial and knowledge barriers when trying to acquire these skills.
The BoostHER Program is designed to help address this gap by giving African women access to practical learning without requiring them to pay tuition for the training.
Participants can select from different skill areas based on their interests and career goals. The skills can be useful whether you are looking for your first digital job, hoping to start freelancing, building a business or trying to improve your professional profile.
Skills Available Under the Programme
The programme covers several practical areas that are increasingly useful across modern workplaces and online businesses.
1. Digital Marketing
Participants can develop knowledge relevant to promoting brands, products and services online. Digital marketing skills can be useful for businesses, agencies, startups, freelancers and corporate organisations.
2. Video Editing
Video content is widely used by businesses and creators across social media and digital platforms. Learning video editing can therefore open opportunities in content creation, freelancing and digital media.
3. Data Analytics
Data analytics introduces participants to skills used to understand information, identify patterns and support better business decisions.
4. Business Strategy
This learning area is useful for women interested in entrepreneurship, business development and understanding how businesses can plan, compete and grow.
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Virtual assistance skills can help participants support businesses and professionals remotely with administrative, organisational and digital tasks.
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Who Can Apply?
The programme is aimed at African women who want to develop practical skills and improve their readiness for opportunities in the digital economy.
You may find the programme particularly useful if you want to:
- Learn a new digital skill
- Improve your employability
- Start freelancing
- Explore remote work
- Build or grow a business
- Develop professional skills
- Transition into the digital economy
- Strengthen your existing skills
Previous professional experience in your chosen learning area is not stated as a requirement, so women who are still building their skills can also consider applying.
What You Can Gain From BoostHER
Beyond simply completing an online course, the programme is designed to help participants develop skills that can be applied to real career and business opportunities.
Selected participants can benefit from:
- Free digital skills training
- Practical learning in an in-demand skill area
- Career and professional development
- Skills applicable to employment and freelancing
- Knowledge that can support entrepreneurship
- Training focused on opportunities in the digital economy
- Improved confidence and workplace readiness
Application Deadline
There is no specific deadline, ensure you apply as early as possible.
How to Apply for the BoostHER Program 2026
Interested women can apply online through the official She Leads Africa platform.
Step 1: Visit the official BoostHER Program 2026 application page.
Step 2: Review the programme information. Read through the information provided on the official page and confirm that the programme aligns with your interests and career goals.
Step 3: Select your preferred learning area. Choose the skill area that best matches what you want to learn or the career direction you intend to pursue.
The available areas include:
- Digital Marketing
- Video Editing
- Data Analytics
- Business Strategy
- Virtual Assistance
Step 4: Complete the application. Provide the requested information accurately and ensure that your contact details are correct.
Step 5: Review your information before submitting the application. Keep an eye on your email or other contact channels for any communication concerning your application.
About the Organisations Behind BoostHER
SDSN Youth Nigeria
SDSN Youth is the youth initiative of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network. It engages young people in initiatives connected to sustainable development and the Sustainable Development Goals.
SDSN Youth Nigeria supports programmes that help young people build relevant skills and contribute to solutions addressing social and economic challenges.
She Leads Africa
She Leads Africa (SLA) is focused on supporting African women through career development, entrepreneurship education, professional resources and networks.
Its programmes and resources are designed to help women develop the knowledge and skills needed to advance professionally and build successful businesses.
Jobberman
Jobberman is a major African recruitment and career platform that connects job seekers with employment opportunities while also providing career and employability resources.
The partnership brings together training, career development and employment-focused perspectives to support participants.
You can also visit Dailylight Channel Graduate Jobs Section, Internship Program, Recruitment Exercises, and Job and Career Opportunity Desk Section to explore and discover opportunities you are qualified to apply for.
