Changing the future of Africa with technology. Bridging the gap between African talent and big tech
A2SV is a non-profit tech academy and incubator that educates top university students to create digital solutions that address critical challenges across Africa.
Our mission is to shape Africa's future through innovation. We believe transformative technologies can ignite rapid economic growth and alleviate poverty. However, traditional university computer science education often fails to prepare students for the global market. It lacks hands-on, practical learning experiences, leaving graduates ill-equipped to apply their skills in real-world scenarios.
Aspiring engineers face challenges, including limited access to experienced mentors and opportunities to work on large-scale projects. This hinders their potential to create life-changing technologies. A2SV is here to bridge this gap, providing free education for African university students and empowering them to reach their full potential.
At A2SV, we're transforming Africa's education and opportunity landscape. Our mission is to uplift high-potential university students by providing them with a rigorous training program and connecting them with internships at global tech giants such as Google, Palantir, and LinkedIn. We create digital solutions to address urgent issues within their home countries. Our commitment to incorporating students' ventures into our organization sets us apart, ensuring that their skills and innovations directly benefit Africa. Our free program eliminates financial barriers for talented youth, enabling them to use their skills to improve their continent.
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, East Africa
- Website: https://a2sv.org/
A2sv | Training The Future Tech Leaders Of Africa
In 2024, we trained over 800 software engineers and entrepreneurs from 20 countries, hosted Africa’s largest hackathon, bringing together 4,928 participants from 48 nations, and showcased 13 of our best digital solutions at GITEX Africa, building global connections while driving innovation. We’ve also secured 70+ offers for alumni from top tech companies like Google, Amazon, and Bloomberg. We sincerely thank partners like Google, Bloomberg, and Jeff Dean for their support.