Written by Chris Udemans | From Humanipo

International telecommunications company Millicom has announced the launch of EduMe English in Rwanda, providing Tigo subscribers with an on demand or subscription service for learning the English language.

The programme in Rwanda will be followed by additional launches in Tanzania and El Salvador.

“EduMe English is a new and unique way to learn English on any mobile phone, offering the student the opportunity to decide when and where to learn,” Millicom said in a statement.

The EduMe English programme combines listening, reading and speech training through text lessons, quizzes, and audio lessons that gradually increase in difficulty.

“We are very excited to offer millions of people in Africa and Latin America the chance to educate themselves with the help of mobile- and internet technology,” said Hans-Holger Albrecht, Millicom chief executive officer (CEO) and president.

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