Impact'Lab GDC, in collaboration with IvoiRobot, Intelligence Lab, and with financial support from the Centre des sciences et techniques de la communication (CSCTICAO), has officially launched a three-day bootcamp on artificial intelligence (AI) for young entrepreneurs in Abidjan, Cocody. The initiative aims to strengthen the capacities of young and female entrepreneurs in the face of technological and economic changes.
The bootcamp, which started on November 4, 2026, seeks to equip participants with AI tools to improve their productivity, stimulate creativity, and develop their activities. The training sessions, led by IvoiRobot with expertise from Intelligence Lab, cover topics such as the fundamentals of generative AI, prompting, using ChatGPT and Claude, and researching and verifying information with NotebookLM.
Participants will also learn about creating visual content and professional presentations using Canva and Gamma, as well as an introduction to automation, practical exercises, and a final evaluation before receiving certificates. The program aims to make AI a lever for innovation, performance, and economic autonomy, contributing to the emergence of a more competitive and digitally adapted Ivoirian entrepreneurship.
The opening ceremony, held at the CSCTICAO in Cocody, was attended by Ochou Assandé, executive director of Impact'Lab GDC, Atthé Gomez, representative of the general director of CSCTICAO, Kouamé épouse Tingain, representative of the minister of Women, Family, and Children, and Michael Leventhal, executive director of IntelligenceLab.
The partnership between Impact'Lab GDC, IvoiRobot, and Intelligence Lab demonstrates a collaborative effort to promote digital skills and entrepreneurship in Côte d'Ivoire. By providing training on AI, the organizations aim to bridge the gap between technological advancements and entrepreneurial needs.
The bootcamp is expected to have a positive impact on the Ivoirian entrepreneurial ecosystem, enabling young entrepreneurs to harness the potential of AI and enhance their competitiveness. The program's focus on practical exercises and final evaluation ensures that participants gain hands-on experience and a comprehensive understanding of AI applications.
The initiative is part of Impact'Lab GDC's efforts to promote innovation, performance, and economic autonomy among young entrepreneurs in Côte d'Ivoire. By providing access to AI training, the organization aims to contribute to the country's digital transformation and economic growth.
Key points
- Impact'Lab GDC has launched a three-day bootcamp on AI for young entrepreneurs in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, in partnership with IvoiRobot and Intelligence Lab.
- The bootcamp aims to equip participants with AI tools to improve productivity, stimulate creativity, and develop their activities.
- The program includes training on AI fundamentals, ChatGPT, Claude, and automation, as well as practical exercises and a final evaluation.
