Build your AI skills. Strengthen your future.
FREE Generative AI at Work Programme
Learn to use AI confidently, responsibly and practically in the workplace – at no cost.
Creating Hope Africa is sharing an opportunity to develop practical AI skills through Generative AI at Work, a beginner-friendly programme by WeThinkCode_. Backed by a grant from Google.org, this initiative aims to equip South Africans and Kenyans with skills to navigate an increasingly AI-driven world of work. Whether you want to improve your productivity, strengthen your CV or prepare for future career opportunities, this programme will help you understand how to use AI tools effectively – no coding experience required.
What is Generative AI?
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) uses technology to create content such as text, summaries and ideas in response to instructions. Tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot can help you research information, write professional documents, analyse data and solve problems. Learning to use these tools effectively can help you work smarter and build skills that are increasingly relevant across industries.
Programme at a glance
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Programme: Generative AI at Work – AI for Non-Tech Careers
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Dates: 23–27 November 2026
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Duration: 5 days / 40 hours
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Cost: FREE
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Format: Online, self-directed learning
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Location: Open to anyone from South Africa or Kenya
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Certificate: Certificate of completion upon meeting required pass criteria
Who can apply?
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South African and Kenyan Citizens
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Anyone who writes, plans, researches or works with information as part of their job, studies or everyday life.
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No technical background or coding is needed: if you can send an email and use a web browser, you can do this course.
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All you need is a laptop, internet access and a free account on at least one AI tool (ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini).
The 10 modules at a glance
The modules build on each other, moving from the basics to real workplace projects.
What is AI and how can it help? How AI differs from Google, key terms and common myths.
What should I be asking AI? Writing prompts with context, task, format and tone.
Which tool should I use, and when? Comparing ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Copilot; and understanding data safety.
How do I tell when AI is right or wrong? Spotting made-up facts and bias - a simple quality checklist.
How do I create professional documents with AI? Emails, reports and presentation outlines in your own voice
How do I research more effectively? Research plans, summaries, comparisons and citing sources
How does AI make problem-solving easier? Finding root causes, generating options, decision matrices
How do I get insights from data? Asking data questions, choosing charts, telling data stories
How do I use AI the right way at work? Avoiding bias, protecting private data, ethical decisions
How can my team work with AI together? Shared AI workspaces, group brainstorming, team playbooks
How does the programme work?
The course combines short, practical lessons with assessments to help you build your skills step by step.
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10 learning modules with plain-language lessons, examples and ready-made prompt templates.
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10 multiple-choice assessments, one for each module.
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12 optional practical exercises that let you apply your skills to real workplace tasks.
The course is self-directed, allowing you to work through the learning material at your own pace during the programme period. The practical exercises are optional but recommended. To receive your certificate of completion, you must meet the required course pass criteria.
What you’ll need
You’ll need a laptop or computer, internet access and a free account on at least one AI tool, such as ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini.
Don't have access to a device? Local Greater Velddrif participants can complete the programme at the Velddrif Mfesane Youth Cafe, where devices will be made available. Please note that the number of devices is limited, so access will need to be confirmed.
What will you gain?
Beyond the skills listed above, by completing the programme:
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You’ll build practical skills useful in your studies, job search and professional life.
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You’ll develop a personal toolkit of reusable prompts
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By completing the optional practical exercises, you'll have examples of your work to demonstrate your new skills.
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You''ll receive a certificate of completion, if the required course pass criteria is met.
APPLY NOW!
Take the next step towards building your AI skills. Explore the Generative AI at Work programme and learn how to put AI to work for you.
The programme is FREE, practical and designed for beginners.
Selection Process
The selection process will follow four stages to ensure fairness and transparency.
Step 1: Application
Complete Application form online or complete form at Velddrif Youth Café
Step 2: Screening
Applications screened based on criteria by a qualified panel of mentors
Step 3: Interview
Shortlisted candidates participate in a simple interview with the 2911 mentors
Step 4: Selection
Final selection announced at the 2911 Career Day on the 29th of April 2026