TeKnowledge on June 19 announced the launch of its services in Rwanda during a private event held in Kigali, introducing new initiatives focused on AI leadership, digital skilling, and cybersecurity resilience. The launch marks an important step in the company’s commitment to supporting Rwanda’s Vision 2050 ambitions and accelerating the country’s transition to a knowledge-based economy. Having operated in Rwanda for the past five years as a global delivery hub, TeKnowledge has contributed to the development of local talent, training and employing Rwandan professionals to support enterprise technology environments across the globe. With this launch, the company is introducing a broader portfolio of services designed to build leadership capability, develop digital skills, and enhance cybersecurity resilience across the region. A strategic step toward Rwanda’s Vision 2050 Rwanda’s Vision 2050 outlines a clear path toward building a knowledge-driven economy powered by skills, innovation, and technology. During the event, TeKnowledge emphasized the need to accelerate capability development in parallel with rapid technological change, particularly as AI continues to reshape industries, skills requirements, and economic models. Delivering leadership, skills, and cyber resilience The launch is centered on three capability areas that TeKnowledgebelieves are critical to building a competitive, AI-ready economy: • Executive AI Training Centre to equip leaders with practical understanding of AI, its risks, and governance requirements • Scaled skilling academies focused on building capabilities in AI, data, cybersecurity, and digital services, aligned with emerging job demands • Cybersecurity services and a Security Operations Centre to strengthen protection, awareness, and resilience across organizations These initiatives are designed to move beyond strategy and enable execution at scale, supporting both public and private sector transformation. Supporting Rwanda’s next phase of growth TeKnowledge’s launch reflects its commitment to partnering with governments, enterprises, and local organizations to translate ambition into execution, particularly in complex, regulated environments such as financial services and the public sector. A key highlight of the event was the strengthening of TeKnowledge’s ongoing partnership with Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing youth employment and digital skills development in Rwanda. Building on this collaboration, TeKnowledge will deliver a structured six-session AI training program to youth enrolled in Harambee’s programs, focused on developing practical, in-demand capabilities. Participants will earn certifications and digital learning badges, enhancing their employability and supporting their transition into the workforce. This partnership reflects a broader ambition: to drive tangible, scalable impact. Alongside leadership enablement and secure technology deployment, TeKnowledge aims to support Rwanda in accelerating job creation, advancing digital capabilities, andpositioning itself as a global hub for next-generation services. Speaking at the event, TeKnowledge President and CEO, Aileen Allkins, said: “Rwanda has already shown what is possible when leadership aligns around a clear vision. The next phase will be defined by execution—building capability at pace in the areas where demand is evolving fastest. AI is already reshaping how decisions are made and how value is created. The opportunity now is not whether to adopt it, but how to lead, govern, and scale it responsibly. Equally important is ensuring that this transformation translates into real opportunity. Through our partnership with Harambee, we are equipping young people with practical AI skills and recognized certifications that strengthen their path into employment.” Through leadership enablement, workforce development, and cybersecurity resilience, TeKnowledge aims to help accelerate Rwanda's transition to a knowledge-based economy while creating new pathways for talent, innovation, and inclusive economic growth About TeKnowledge TeKnowledge is a trusted expert technology services company that partners with companies and countries to navigate the complexities of becoming AI-first, managing the full lifecycle from data to security, adoption, and ongoing support. Operating across 10+ global hubs, TeKnowledge delivers 24/7 operations through more than 4,000 experts. Founded in 2010, TeKnowledge is part of the YNV Group, a privately held global holding company operating across three sectors: Technology, Real Estate, and Financial Services, including an EU-licensed financial institution. Visit TeKnowledge.com for more information.
