L-R: CEO SBB Foundation, Mr. Slater and his team with Dr. Jerry Akubo, TAC Africa’s CEO

TAC Africa, SBB Foundation Forge Strategic Tech Alliance to Empower Youth

In a bid to foster stronger collaboration in youth empowerment and technological innovation, a 10-member delegation from the Solicitude Beyond Border Foundation (SBBF), led by CEO Mr. Slater, paid a courtesy visit to the Technology Against Crime in Africa (TAC Africa) headquarters on Sunday in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.

The delegation was warmly welcomed by TAC Africa’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Jerry Akubo, during an active youth sports session at the organization’s flagship Sports Corridor.

The visit featured a guided tour of TAC Africa’s key operational hubs:

Drone & Counter-Drone Training Lab: Designed to equip young people with hands-on skills in drone operation, 3D mapping, and accident reconstruction—crucial tools for advancing innovation and supporting public safety initiatives.

Cybersecurity & AI Unit: Focused on enhancing digital resilience through cybercrime prevention, forensic technology, and the development of AI-driven solutions for real-world societal challenges.

Sportech & Wellness Hub: A dynamic space that merges sports, wellness, and smart technologies to inspire and transform youth communities through active engagement.

Following the tour, both teams convened at the TAC Technology Office for a strategic session focused on youth training in drone and emerging tech applications, community-based technology hubs, security-tech skill development for underserved populations.

“Together, we’re shaping a future where technology empowers the youth for safer, smarter communities,”Dr. Jerry Akubo, CEO, TAC Africa

Technology Against Crime Africa (TAC Africa) is a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to strengthening Africa’s digital security landscape through innovation, capacity building, and strategic collaboration. With mission to enhance technological resilience across the continent, TAC Africa works closely with academic institutions, law enforcement agencies, and government bodies to foster the development of digital skills and the adoption of cutting-edge technological solutions.

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Solicitude Beyond Borders Foundation (SBBF) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to educating children in challenging circumstances and offering skill acquisition programs across Nigeria. Their mission is geared towards enhancing the lives of children in rural areas, combating poverty and illiteracy.

Consequently, the discussion led to a shared commitment to draft a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and initiate a pilot training program targeting the teeming youth demographics.

The visit however concluded on a warm and collegial note with light refreshments and networking at the Sports Corridor.

The delegation exchanged souvenirs and participated in a group photograph to commemorate the day.