“AWS Entrena Honduras” to impact 15,000 people through free courses in artificial intelligence and cloud technology

AWS Entrena Honduras seeks to democratize access to new technologies by driving the community's digital transformation through free Spanish-language courses for all Hondurans.

Interested individuals can visit honduras.awsentrena.com to begin their studies in AI and cloud technology today.

Tegucigalpa, Honduras – July 14, 2026. Amazon Web Services (AWS), the Government of Honduras, the Municipal Mayor's Office of the Central District, the U.S. Embassy in Honduras, and Grupo Financiero Atlántida announce the launch of “AWS Entrena Honduras.” This program aims to democratize access to technology education through free Spanish-language courses on artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Through this collaboration, the organizations seek to impact 15,000 people by 2028, helping to build digital capabilities among the country's entrepreneurs, students, and professionals amidst a climate of high demand for digital skills.

According to IDC, the AI landscape in Latin America is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 39%, rising from $11.3 billion in 2025 to $42.4 billion in 2029. Consequently, the program aims to facilitate Hondurans' access to technology, promote high-quality education, contribute to the creation of better-paying jobs, and support local entrepreneurship. In fact, according to PwC, the demand for jobs requiring specialized AI skills has grown 3.5 times faster than the average for all jobs since 2016 and can lead to salary increases of up to 25%.

Carla Ciperski, General Manager for AWS in Central America stated:,

"Today, we have the privilege of launching AWS Entrena Honduras, a program designed to enable every student, entrepreneur, and community to acquire the digital skills needed to transform their present and build a different future. At AWS, we believe that access to knowledge regarding artificial intelligence and cloud computing should be within everyone's reach; just as we democratized access to the cloud, today we want to do the same for artificial intelligence, and that begins with talent development. We are grateful to our partners, with whom we share the conviction that education is the most powerful engine for bridging gaps and creating opportunities in the country" .

Meanwhile, the President of Honduras, Nasry Asfura, said,

"Investing in digital education means building the country of tomorrow. Today, 15,000 Hondurans will gain access to top-tier technology training through AWS Entrena. With education, technology, and new opportunities—Honduras, we are going to be just fine!"

Similarly, Carlos Girón, Corporate Vice President of Corporate Image and Reputation at Grupo Financiero Atlántida, noted:

“In the banking sector, we see the industry changing almost daily, driven by technology. The ways we pay, launch businesses, sell, produce, and interact with customers are all evolving. Artificial intelligence and the cloud are integral to the new economy. If we want more young people, entrepreneurs, and professionals with the digital skills to compete and innovate, we need to develop talent capable of using these tools to access better opportunities. That is why Grupo Financiero Atlántida is participating in AWS Entrena Honduras—as a way to help more Hondurans transition from being mere technology users to becoming key players in a more digital economy.”

Those interested in learning about artificial intelligence and the cloud can visit honduras.awsentrena.com to register for free and begin their learning journey.

Furthermore, those who complete the courses earn AWS credentials that can be shared to validate their new skills. The program is aimed at:  

● The general public (aged 18 and older) — AI and cloud computing fundamentals  

● Students (aged 18 and older) — AI and agent pathways, as well as tracks for aspiring developers  

● Entrepreneurs and SMEs — AI tools applied to business  

With the launch of AWS Entrena Honduras, AWS and its partners are taking a decisive step toward building a more inclusive and competitive digital workforce, laying the groundwork for more Hondurans to pursue careers in STEM.

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