Tech Impact Academy

An experienced-based learning platform for (aspiring) African software developers.

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The Future of Africa's Talent Pool

In Africa, there's no shortage of talent and potential among aspiring software developers. Unfortunately, many of them face significant obstacles in their journey to success - from a lack of resources and practical experience to a shortage of mentorship opportunities. The Tech Impact Academy focuses on providing...

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What the Tech Impact Academy Offers

Our high-quality education and mentorship programs are designed to provide aspiring developers with the skills and practical experience needed to access the international job market.



Learn at your own pace with our tailored learning platform. Access interactive IT and soft skill courses, real-life case studies, internships, and coaching, all online.

Self-paced learning

Learn at your own pace with our tailored learning platform. Access interactive IT and soft skill courses, real-life case studies, internships, and coaching, all online.

Grow together with a community of developers to collaborate on projects, share ideas, and get feedback from experienced mentors.

Peer-reviewed learning

Grow together with a community of developers to collaborate on projects, share ideas, and get feedback from experienced mentors.

Our program offers guided internships and job placement assistance to help you transition smoothly into your career as a software developer.

Guided internships / jobs

Our program offers guided internships and job placement assistance to help you transition smoothly into your career as a software developer.

Get tailored guidance for your career path with our personalised career coaching. Our experts will help you identify your strengths, define your goals, and create a roadmap to success.

Personalised Career Guidance

Get tailored guidance for your career path with our personalised career coaching. Our experts will help you identify your strengths, define your goals, and create a roadmap to success.

Develop practical skills by working on real-life projects that challenge you to think creatively and apply what you learn.

Project based learning

Develop practical skills by working on real-life projects that challenge you to think creatively and apply what you learn.

Each track focuses on a specific area of expertise and includes hands-on projects, mentorship, and real-world challenges to help you reach your career goals.

Specialisation learning tracks

Each track focuses on a specific area of expertise and includes hands-on projects, mentorship, and real-world challenges to help you reach your career goals.


Frequently asked questions

  • What is the Tech Impact Academy?

    The Tech Impact Academy is an experienced-based learning platform for African software developers, offering a range of courses, resources and mentorship opportunities to help aspiring developers succeed.

  • Why was the Tech Impact Academy created?

    The Tech Impact Academy was created to address the "missing middle" in the African developer pipeline. Many aspiring developers in Africa have the basic technical skills but lack the practical experience and mentorship they need to take their skills to the next level. The Tech Impact Academy aims to bridge this gap by providing accessible, high-quality education and mentorship to create a new breed of experienced African software developers.

  • Who can join the Tech Impact Academy?

    The Tech Impact Academy is built for aspiring African software developers who are committed to developing themselves and looking for international job opportunities but do not currently have the skills or experience to enter the international market.

  • How is the Tech Impact Academy different from other online learning platforms?

    The Tech Impact Academy is specifically designed for African software developers, with a focus on providing practical, experienced-based learning opportunities. It also offers mentorship from experienced African software developers, as well as job and internship opportunities with partner companies looking for skilled African developers.