Accra, Ghana / Middle Village, NY – September 8, 2025 – In celebration of International Literacy Day 2025, Aiphabet, an EdTech nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to artificial intelligence (AI) literacy and digital learning opportunities, and Child Online Africa, a prominent nonprofit dedicated to promoting child online safety and digital empowerment across Africa, today announced the collaboration to bring AI Literacy to young people in Africa.

This groundbreaking program aims to equip children, educators, and communities with essential skills to navigate and thrive in an AI-driven world, promoting a new era of digital inclusion and ethical AI use.

Themed around this year's International Literacy Day focus on Literacy for a Sustainable Future, the AI Literacy initiative addresses the growing need for AI education as a core component of modern literacy. By combining Aiphabet's expertise in accessible AI education and learning tools with Child Online Africa's deep-rooted experience in child protection and digital rights in Africa, the program will deliver tailored curricula, interactive workshops, and online resources designed for young learners aged 13–18.

Key highlights of the AI Literacy initiative include:

• A free AI education platform covering topics such as understanding AI basics, ethical considerations, data privacy, and creative applications of AI in everyday life.
• Initial rollout in select schools across Ghana, Tanzania, and Nigeria, with plans for expansion to other African countries by 2026.
• Virtual and in-person sessions to empower educators with the tools to integrate AI literacy into classrooms.
• Public webinars, AI-themed storytelling sessions, and partnerships with local organizations to promote safe and inclusive digital environments.
• Ongoing assessments to track improvements in digital skills, online safety awareness, and AI confidence among participants through a tailor-made platform for the two organizations.

AI is transforming how people learn, work, and connect, and true literacy in the 21st century must include the ability to understand and responsibly use these technologies. Aiphabet believes that its partnership with Child Online Africa represents a meaningful step toward bridging the digital divide, ensuring that children in Africa are not just consumers of AI but active, informed creators. Launching on International Literacy Day underscores the shared conviction that AI literacy is fundamental to building sustainable, equitable societies.

Awo Aidam Amenyah, Executive Director of Child Online Africa, noted:

“The AI Literacy initiative reflects our commitment to equipping African children and youth with the skills to thrive safely in a digital world. By aligning with UNESCO’s goals for International Literacy Day, we emphasize how literacy, including digital and AI forms, contributes directly to sustainable development.”

Interested educators, parents, and organizations can access the program registration form launching today.

About Aiphabet

Aiphabet is a nonprofit organization focused on democratizing AI literacy and digital education for young people around the world. Through free online courses, open learning resources, and partnerships with educators and communities, Aiphabet works to ensure that AI knowledge is accessible, inclusive, and rooted in ethical and creative applications. The organization emphasizes community-driven learning and empowers students to not only understand AI but also to use it as a tool for problem-solving and innovation.

About Child Online Africa

Child Online Africa is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting child online safety, digital rights, and empowerment in Africa. Through advocacy, education, and partnerships, the organization works to create a safer digital space for children and youth across the continent.

Contacts:

Aiphabet
Email: contact@aiphabet.org

Child Online Africa
Email: info@childonlineafrica.org
Phone: +233-057-000-001