HP Nigeria Empowers Nonprofits via Digital Equity Accelerator

HP today announced the successful launch of its 2025 Digital Equity Accelerator program in Nigeria, reaffirming its commitment to harnessing technology to drive positive and lasting change. Following a competitive pitch against eight other countries, HP Nigeria was selected to host this pivotal initiative, designed to scale the capacity of nonprofits dedicated to advancing digital inclusion.

The HP Digital Equity Accelerator program empowers organizations that are at the forefront of bridging the digital divide. Since its inception in 2022, the Accelerator has supported 27 nonprofit organizations across nine countries, collectively expanding their reach to over 8.1 million individuals worldwide.

Speaking at the launch event, Sophie Anjorin, Area Category Manager for HP Nigeria, expressed her pride in the local team’s achievement. “We pitched for this alongside eight other countries and won by showcasing our profound impact and unwavering commitment to digital equity here in Nigeria,” Anjorin stated. “This win underscores our dedication to creating opportunities through technology.”

Emmanuel Eze, Country Director for HP Nigeria, emphasized the company’s broader mission. “HP is a household name, and while we are here to do business, our greater purpose is to make an impact in the world. That’s why we forge such meaningful partnerships, like the one with Slum2School Africa and SheCodeAfrica,” Eze remarked. “Working with organizations like these gives us more platforms to reach out to more people and truly live out our commitment.”

The event culminated in the announcement of the two selected winners of the 2025 Digital Equity Accelerator: SheCodeAfrica and Slum2School Africa. Both organizations were recognized for their innovative approaches to digital inclusion and their potential for scalable impact. Each winning team received a significant boost: A USD $100,000 grant from the HP Foundation and USD $100,000 worth of HP hardware to bolster their operations.

Participation in a comprehensive 6-month Accelerator program, including mentorship, technical assistance, in-country engagement, and a capacity-building curriculum focused on impact measurement.

Orandaam Otto, Founder and Executive Director of Slum2School Africa, shared his vision during the event. “For us, the future of work hinges on how we adequately prepare children with technological skills and how they process information with the speed obtainable in today’s world,” Otto explained. “Our mission at Slum2School is to bridge the gap for the high percentage of children who are technically handicapped, providing access to education for children living in communities where it is currently unavailable.”

Attendees also enjoyed an insightful office tour, where they were introduced to HP’s diverse range of computers and other appliances, learning about their functions and contributions to modern digital life.

The HP 2025 Digital Equity Accelerator underscores HP Nigeria’s (part of HP Central Africa) strategic focus on driving sustainable social change by equipping communities with the tools and skills necessary to thrive in the digital age.