Alumni in the News

iHUB, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has selected 12 startups for Cohort 4 of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Kenya. The selected start-ups were chosen across four thematic areas that address some of the most persistent barriers to equitable education:  learners living with disabilities, refugees, displaced and underserved communities, and girls and young …

The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Backs 12 Early-Stage Kenyan Startups Advancing Inclusive Education for Learners with Disabilities, Girls and Young Women, and Underserved Communities Read More »

Nyansapo AI has achieved a remarkable national milestone by winning the Presidential Innovation Award (PIA) under the Digital Transformation category, further cementing its position as one of Kenya’s leading innovators in education technology. The award recognizes groundbreaking solutions that are addressing national challenges through technology and innovation, and highlights Nyansapo AI’s commitment to transforming learning …

Nyansapo AI Wins Presidential Innovation Award for Digital Transformation Read More »

The founder of M-Lugha has been recognized with the Somali Hero Award – Literacy Ambassador by Volunteers of Somalia (VOS) in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. The prestigious recognition celebrates individuals whose work is creating meaningful educational impact within Somali communities and beyond, acknowledging a commitment to improving literacy, expanding access to quality education, and empowering learners …

M-Lugha Founder Honoured with Somali Hero Award for Championing Literacy and Inclusive Education Read More »

Classrooms in Kakuma, Turkana County, recently experienced a transformative moment in digital education through an initiative led by Access Hub Africa (AHAINNOVATE). The deployment demonstrated how thoughtfully designed technology can unlock new learning opportunities for underserved communities, proving that access to quality education should never be limited by geography or connectivity. For many learners in …

AHA Innovate enables First-Time Tablet Users Embrace Digital Learning in Kakuma Read More »

Digifunzi has unveiled its Quarky Robotics Program, an exciting initiative designed to equip learners with essential 21st-century skills through hands-on experiences in coding, robotics, and intelligent systems. By introducing interactive robotics into classrooms, the program aims to make STEM education more engaging, practical, and accessible, empowering learners to become creators of technology rather than just …

Digifunzi Launches Quarky Robotics Program to Inspire the Next Generation of Digital Innovators Read More »

Dignitas, in partnership with Global School Leaders, recently hosted Teach For All fellows for a two-day learning exchange aimed at bridging the gap between education research, classroom practice, and system leadership. The immersive programme brought together education leaders from diverse contexts to explore what it takes to drive meaningful instructional improvement through effective school leadership …

Dignitas and Global School Leaders Host Transformative Learning Exchange Read More »

The future of education is not just about science and technology—it is about nurturing well-rounded individuals who can think critically, communicate effectively, and navigate the complexities of the modern world. This philosophy is at the heart of Elimu Shop’s approach to learning, and it is precisely what makes their upcoming STEAM Camp 2026 so exciting. …

Elimu Shop partners with Ephebos to empower the next generation at STEAM Camp 2026. Read More »

The African education technology landscape is witnessing a remarkable surge of innovation, with homegrown solutions redefining how learning is delivered, tracked, and experienced. Among the pioneers driving this transformation is Cloud School System, a Kenyan EdTech company that has been making significant strides in digitizing education across the country. Through its flagship product, Cloud School …

Cloud School named Kenya’s Best-Performing EdTech Brand at Africa Awards Champion International Gala Read More »

Africa’s education landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by innovative startups that are leveraging technology to reach millions of underserved learners. At the heart of this revolution is iFunza, an EdTech-FinTech platform that intends to deliver world-class, personalized learning to Africa’s 250 million-plus school-age children through existing infrastructure. By harnessing the power of data …

iFunza’s Klick It platform gains global recognition at the AfricaTech Award 2026. Read More »

An incredible day of insights unfolded at the 250 EdTech Innovators Summit, proudly organized by Tufunzeni and the U.S. Embassy Nairobi. The event brought together pioneers in education technology to examine emerging technologies and envision the future classroom, with one of the most powerful discussions centering on what Kenya can learn from the US approach …

Infoney Solutions’ Showcases at the 250 EdTech Innovators Summit on US-Kenya education collaboration. Read More »