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Meet the visionary startups shaping the future of learning in Kenya and beyond.
Each startup in the Fellowship is developing innovative solutions that make education more inclusive, engaging, and effective.

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Cloudnotte

Learning Management Systems |

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Cloudnotte provides digital learning and school management solutions that enable schools to deliver seamless, flexible, and technology-enabled education experiences.

VarsityScape

Learning Management System |

Lagos Nigeria.

VarsityScape enables experts and institutions to launch and manage online academies with ease, creating accessible pathways for skills development and lifelong learning.

Smart Stewards

Online Learning |

Lagos Nigeria.

Smart Stewards is a financial education platform helping young people build lifelong money management skills through practical, accessible, and engaging learning experiences.

Mavis Computel

Digital Content |

Abuja, Nigeria

Mavis Computel develops interactive talking books that make literacy and numeracy learning more accessible for children in underserved communities through local-language content and assistive technology.

Kryptr

Workforce & Skills |

Lagos Nigeria.

Kryptr creates immersive learning experiences that help young learners develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital skills through interactive educational technology.

I-Train Africa

Online Learning |

Lagos Nigeria.

iTrain Africa prepares young people for the future of work through hands-on digital skills training, equipping them with the competencies needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving economy

HiPrep

Tutoring & Test Prep |

Abuja, Nigeria

Hi Prep delivers personalized, bite-sized learning support for K–12 students through an AI-powered platform designed to improve academic performance and confidence.

Flexisaf (Distinction)

Learning Management System |

Abuja, Nigeria

FlexiSAF equips schools with digital tools that streamline administration, improve operational efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making across the education ecosystem.

Blue Sands Academy

STEAM |

Lagos Nigeria.

Bluesands Academy equips learners with in-demand digital and professional skills through practical training programmes that prepare them for success in the modern workforce

AI Teacha

Digital Content |

Lagos, Nigeria

AI Teacha leverages artificial intelligence to provide personalized learning support, helping students strengthen understanding, improve engagement, and achieve better learning outcomes.

Tespire

Management Systems |

Abuja, Nigeria

Tespire provides technology-driven school management and learning solutions that help schools improve efficiency, enhance learning outcomes, and expand access to quality education

Sproutly Inc.

Learning Management System |

Lagos Nigeria.

Sproutly is transforming education financing by helping schools and families manage tuition payments, access financial services, and reduce barriers to learning.

Vinsighte Limited

Learning Management System |

Lagos Nigeria.

Vinsighte is redefining accessibility in education by helping individuals with visual impairments, ADHD, and Dyslexia learn with confidence. Using advanced OCR technology, the platform transforms text into formats that are easier to read and understand, enabling learners to study independently, access knowledge seamlessly, and reach their full potential.

FLOW

Online Learning |

Lagos Nigeria.

FLOW supports schools in nurturing well-rounded students by teaching values, fostering positive mindsets, and guiding goal-setting. Its holistic development approach helps learners build confidence, discover purpose, and strengthen self-esteem, preparing them to thrive beyond the classroom.

WIFICOMBAT

Online Learning |

Lagos Nigeria.

WIFICOMBAT equips African learners with tailored career pathways and job readiness support, ensuring they gain the practical skills and confidence needed to thrive in today’s workforce. By bridging the gap between education and industry demands, it prepares young people for meaningful careers and future opportunities.

Skill Up With Kahdsole (SUWK)

Workforce & Skills |

Lagos Nigeria.

SUWK empowers Nigerian youth with market-driven vocational education and job placement support, paving the way for dignified and sustainable employment opportunities.

Proud African Roots

Digital Content |

Lagos Nigeria.

PAR Inspires values, shapes future leaders through creativity, entertainment, and culture, leveraging arts and technology to help children become leaders.

Magic Lab Academy

Workforce & Skills |

Lagos Nigeria.

Magic Lab empowers aspiring animators with essential creative skills and industry opportunities, helping them thrive in the global creative economy

Harde Business School Limited

Online Learning |

Lagos Nigeria.

Harde Business School offers dynamic professional development courses via an interactive online platform, delivering gamified and immersive learning experiences tailored to the evolving needs of modern learners.

Edusko

Digital Content |

Lagos Nigeria.

Edusko simplifies school choice for parents with a data-driven platform that helps them find, compare, and secure the best-fit schools for their children. Beyond placement, Edusko also provides education financing solutions that support both parents and schools, ensuring that quality education is accessible and sustainable.

Data Entry Academy by Accountinghub

Workforce & Skills |

Lagos Nigeria.

Data Entry Academy empowers job seekers and entrepreneurs with practical digital skills through a vibrant virtual community — enhancing employability, boosting business capacity, and driving success in the digital age.

Genti Media

Online Learning |

Lagos Nigeria.

Genti Media celebrates African heritage and enriches education through its audio-first platform (Genti Audio). By delivering diverse educational content in local languages, it bridges cultural gaps, preserves identity, and makes learning more accessible and relatable for learners across communities.

Exam Scholars

Test Preparation & Tutoring |

Lagos Nigeria.

Students’ ultimate companion for academic success, Exam Scholars transforms exam prep into a smarter, more confident journey. With interactive simulations, expertly curated resources, and personalized study tools, we empower students to master content, boost performance, and walk into every exam prepared to excel.

Lingawa

Online Learning |

Lagos Nigeria.

Lingawa makes learning Yoruba and Igbo fun, personalized, and accessible to all. Through expert tutors, tailored lessons, and engaging materials, the platform helps learners connect deeply with these indigenous languages while enjoying the process.

Schoola

Learning Management System |

Kaduna, Nigeria

An AI-powered teaching assistant that auto-generates lesson plans, teaching activities, and instructional videos on demand.

GMind AI

Learning Management System |

Lagos Nigeria.

An AI-powered learning assistant that transforms the way teaching and learning happen. It empowers teachers to easily design and deliver effective courses while giving students access to personalized self-study materials.

9ijaKids

STEAM |

Lagos, Nigeria

9ijaKids makes learning fun through interactive, gamified experiences that spark curiosity and keep children engaged. By blending play with education, it equips learners with critical thinking, problem-solving, and lifelong learning skills.

EduTAMS

Learning Management System |

Lagos, Nigeria

A cloud-based school and learning management system that brings every part of education into one simple, seamless platform. From admissions and registration to payments, assessments, and student records, EduTAMS learning institutions run smarter, faster, and more efficiently.

MoneyAfrica

Workforce & Skill |

Lagos, Nigeria

Money Africa simplifies and localises financial literacy education. The platform empowers learners with essential financial literacy skills and knowledge to make informed decisions about money, savings, investments, and personal finance management.

According to S&P’s Global Financial Literacy Survey, African countries score the worst in terms of financial literacy in the world. Lack of financial literacy can result in debt, poverty, conflict, or inequality, yet financial education is largely lacking, especially among those at the bottom of the pyramid. Money Africa provides financial education, financial inclusion, and investment through the use of technology so Nigerians can learn how to make and grow money sustainably. By providing financial literacy training to those at the bottom of the pyramid, Money Africa empowers learners to make better financial choices and become financially resilient

Nkenne

Online Learning |

Lagos, Nigeria

A community-driven African language learning platform designed for Africans and the diaspora. It combines cultural content, structured language lessons, and tonal accuracy to foster authentic learning and build a vibrant community of African language learners worldwide.

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