By:
Nana Appiah Acquaye
Algeria
has launched a new nationwide digital skills initiative aimed at strengthening
digital literacy and supporting the country’s broader digital transformation
agenda.
The
programme, known as “7.77,” was announced by the Ministry of Post and
Telecommunications on the occasion of World Telecommunications and Information
Technology Day in Algiers.
The
initiative is designed to train Algerians across all age groups, from seven to
77 years, through seven structured learning pathways tailored to different
stages of education, professional development, and lifelong learning. The
programme aims to equip citizens with essential digital competencies to meet
the demands of an increasingly technology-driven economy.
According
to the Ministry, the training tracks range from introductory digital
exploration for children to advanced technology and professional development
modules for adults and senior participants. The curriculum is designed to
progressively build skills from foundational knowledge to advanced digital
proficiency.
Cybersecurity
has been integrated as a core component across all training levels, with a
focus on awareness of phishing, fraud prevention, misinformation, and personal
data protection.
The
programme will be implemented through a hybrid learning model combining
in-person and remote training. Seven regional skills centres located in
Algiers, Oran, Annaba, Sétif, Chlef, Saïda, and Adrar will serve as the main
hubs for delivery.
Authorities
expect the initiative to train between 25,000 and 30,000 citizens annually,
supported by hundreds of workshops and training sessions each year. The
Ministry also stated that all participants will receive cybersecurity training
as part of the programme’s mandatory requirements.
The
initiative is being rolled out in partnership with national telecommunications
stakeholders and is expected to expand through additional collaborations in the
coming phases as part of efforts to accelerate Algeria’s digital
transformation.
