Digital Empowerment Africa Project (DEAP)

Empowering Africans through Digital Transformation

• Digitization • Employment • Empowerment

The Digital Empowerment Africa Project (DEAP), powered by D-Degree Digital Hub, is a non-profit initiative dedicated to helping African businesses grow digitally while creating massive job opportunities for citizens.

Empowerment

Digitalization

Driving the transformation of African businesses and communities through innovative digital technologies, enabling growth, efficiency, and global competitiveness.

Employment

Creating sustainable job opportunities by equipping individuals with digital skills and connecting them to the growing digital economy.

Empowerment

Empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to leverage digital solutions for personal and economic growth.

About DEAP

Who We Are

The Digital Empowerment Africa Project (DEAP) is a nonprofit program designed to solve two of Africa’s biggest challenges:

Millions of businesses remain offline, limiting their growth.

Millions of citizens remain unemployed, especially youths and women.

DEAP addresses these challenges by:

Boosting business visibility and growth.
Creating jobs and income opportunities.
Offering free digital training programs.

At its heart, DEAP = Digitization + Employment + Empowerment.

Our Bold Target

By 2030, DEAP aims to achieve the following milestones:

50M+

Nigerians empowered and trained.

350M+

Africans empowered across the continent.

10M+

Small businesses & professionals digitized.

5M+

Jobs created through digital fieldwork & training.



Bold but achievable! — with your support.

Our Focus Areas

Through our various partnerships, we intend to achieve these impacts:

Business Digitization

  • Free mini-websites for small businesses and professionals.
  • Integration of online booking & payment tools.
  • Increased visibility via digital marketing & directories.

Youth & Women Empowerment

  • Employment opportunities through community projects.
  • Training in digital skills, entrepreneurship & finance.
  • Focus on underserved rural & peri-urban communities.

Job Creation & Workforce Development

  • Opportunities for professionals to showcase services online.
  • Support for artisans, teachers, creatives & more.
  • Pathways for young people to earn as digital field workers.

Partnerships for Scale

  • Collaboration with governments, NGOs & corporates.
  • Scale impact with foundations & global partners.
  • Aligned with SDGs (1, 4, 8, 9, 17).

Partnerships & Support

As a nonprofit initiative, DEAP seeks local and international partners to make impact at scale.

Why Partner with DEAP?

We invite organizations from all sectors to collaborate with us in advancing digital empowerment across Africa.

Governments – to adopt DEAP for citizen empowerment.

NGOs & Foundations – to co-fund free empowerment projects.

Corporates & Banks – to extend CSR and financial inclusion to communities.

Development Agencies – to scale solutions across multiple African countries.

Together, we can build a more inclusive digital future and unlock opportunities for millions across Africa.

Benefits to Partners

Recognition as empowerment champions, positioning your brand as a driving force for positive social change and development.

Co-branding in DEAP’s digital and physical campaigns, giving your organization visibility across diverse audiences and strengthening brand trust.

Access to real-time data and impact metrics, allowing you to measure outcomes, showcase progress, and make informed decisions for future initiatives.

Stronger community relevance and goodwill, as your partnership directly contributes to uplifting lives and fostering long-lasting positive impact.

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Empowering Africa Through Digital Inclusion

What DEAP Offers

DEAP is transforming the future of work and entrepreneurship in Africa by providing access to free digital tools, capacity-building programs, and community-powered platforms for small businesses, youth, and underserved communities.

Free Digital Tools

Access platforms like Gebeya Jitume to create business websites, receive payments, and connect with clients.

Youth Empowerment

Train and engage youth as DEAP Agents & Ambassadors for task-based digital opportunities and grassroots mobilization.

Community Engagement

Partner with local organizations to co-host empowerment events, training programs, and digital literacy drives.

Impact Monitoring

Track progress and success through DDSA dashboards and impact reports across regions and demographics.

Call to Action

Get Involved

You can support DEAP by taking action and becoming part of Africa’s digital empowerment journey.

🤝 Ways to Contribute

  • Sponsoring free training programs for youths, women, and professionals.
  • Supporting the digitization of rural and urban businesses.
  • Providing grants or resources for job creation projects.
  • Collaborating to scale DEAP across African countries.

👉 Together, we can build an Africa where no business is left offline, no youth is left unemployed, and no community is left behind.

Need More Information About DEAP?

Whether you're an individual, organization, or sponsor looking to get involved with DEAP, our team is ready to support you with all the details you need.

Email Support Call +234 901 985 5495 Become a Partner

What is DEAP and who is it for?

The Digital Empowerment Africa Project (DEAP) is a grassroots initiative to help small businesses, freelancers, and youth access digital tools, training, and economic opportunities across Africa.

How can I join as a DEAP Agent or Ambassador?

Youth and community influencers can apply to become DEAP Agents or Ambassadors by reaching out via email or through local onboarding events. Training and orientation are provided.

What kind of support do partners provide?

Partners may support with logistics, sponsorship, training venues, access to their member base, or tech tools. They also benefit from co-branding and CSR visibility.

What digital tools are available under DEAP?

Tools include the Gebeya Jitume platform for mini-websites, digital bookings, and payment setup, and DDSA dashboards for tracking agent performance and user onboarding.

Testimonials

Hear from the people and partners transforming Africa with DEAP.

“As a DEAP Agent, I’ve helped over 200 small business owners in my area go digital. This platform has changed lives — including mine.”

Joseph Adebayo

DEAP Agent, Ibadan

“Our association partnered with DEAP to reach our members with digital skills and tools. The feedback has been overwhelming!”

Fatima Bello

Partner, Trade Cooperative

“Through DEAP, I created a free website for my tailoring business. Now customers can book and pay online — right from their phones.”

Grace Okon

Small Business Owner

“Being a DEAP Ambassador allowed me to train youth and create real impact in my state. I’m proud to be part of this mission.”

Samuel Ojo

DEAP Ambassador, Osun

Contact Us

Get in touch with the Digital Empowerment Africa Project (DEAP)

Our Address

Lagos, Nigeria

Email Us

info@deap-africa.com

Call Us

+234 90-1985-5495

Visit our Website

www.deap-africa.com

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