Project-based tech educationthat leads to real jobs and community solutions
We train students with hands-on curriculum, industry mentors, and employer-aligned projects — so graduates can contribute from day one.
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Organizations we've partnered with to deliver employer-aligned learning and hiring pathways
Practical tech education that leads to employment
We design curricula with employers, run project-based cohorts, and connect graduates to job and internship opportunities.
Our Mission
Equip young people with practical tech skills, workplace experience, and employer networks so they can start contributing in professional roles immediately.
Our Vision
Build sustained pathways from learning to employment across the region — focusing on outcomes, not outputs.
Our Story
Founded by technologists and educators, Growthwave shifted from consultancy work to building sustainable learning programs after seeing how employer-aligned projects accelerated graduate outcomes.
Core values
Empowerment
Hands-on learning and one-to-one mentorship
Innovation
Applied projects that solve real community problems
Integrity
Transparent outcomes and measurable progress
Collaboration
Industry and schools working together to hire graduates
Structured pathways, employer-aligned outcomes
Short cohorts, clear hiring pathways, and project portfolios that demonstrate job readiness.
High School Developer Program
12-week project-based curriculum where students build production-ready web apps and work with industry mentors.
Focus areas
- Web & mobile fundamentals
- Design thinking & UI
- Team collaboration
- Employer-facing final projects
Goal: Scale cohorts with employer pipelines
Coding & Robotics
Hands-on coding and robotics workshops combining programming, electronics, and maker projects with mentorship and real-world showcases.
Focus areas
- Coding workshops
- Robotics kits & challenges
- Mentorship & career guidance
- Project showcases
Goal: Spark interest and build foundational technical skills
Innovation Labs
Short, focused design sprints that turn local challenges into prototype solutions with community partners.
Focus areas
- Hackathons
- Prototyping
- Industry feedback
Goal: Incubate student solutions
Want to bring a cohort to your school?
We partner with schools and companies to run tailored cohorts with clear hiring pipelines.
Outcomes, not vanity metrics
We track hiring outcomes, project adoption, and employer satisfaction to measure success.
Student stories
This program has been key to my learning journey. I started with prototyping, then learned how databases work and how to build real, functional products people can use. It deepened my understanding of system design and strengthened my problem-solving skills through coding.
This program helped me develop essential skills like problem-solving and teamwork. Working on projects from start to finish taught me persistence and how to collaborate effectively. These experiences have prepared me to contribute meaningfully to real-world, team-based projects.
Before joining this program, I had no knowledge of JavaScript or React. Through hands-on projects like app development, I learned how to use technology to solve real problems. I now feel confident in my ability to build solutions that can make an impact.
I highly recommend this program, especially to other girls. It empowers us to create solutions to real-world problems and express our ideas digitally. Beyond coding, it strengthens critical thinking and challenges the stereotypes suggesting girls can't succeed in tech. This program shows that girls not only belong in the future of technology—they can lead it.
I joined the program without any coding experience. Today, I'm confident in JavaScript and React, and I truly believe I can use these skills to create solutions that benefit my community and beyond.
In a fast-growing country like Rwanda, you need the right skills to thrive. When I discovered the High School Developer Program, I was motivated to join so I could equip myself with the skills needed to succeed in a competitive, developing economy. This program is helping me build the foundation I need for the future.
Building a region of practice
We focus on measurable outcomes: internships placed, projects adopted, and employers hiring our graduates.
Partner with Growthwave
Work with us to design cohorts, provide mentorship, or fund innovation that results in hireable talent.
Institutional partnerships
Co-develop training programs with ministries and schools
Corporate partnerships
Sponsor cohorts, provide mentors, and hire graduates
Development partners
Scale programs with NGOs and international agencies
Academic collaborations
Integrate practical tech into school curricula
Why partner with Growthwave?
Employer-aligned curriculum with measurable outcomes
Transparent reporting and accountable delivery
Access to a growing network of junior talent
Programs designed for sustainability and scale
Who we work with
Government & public institutions
MINICT, ICT Chamber
Embassies & development agencies
International partners
Tech companies & startups
Industry mentorship
Universities & schools
Educational institutions
NGOs & youth networks
Community organizations
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Our Partners & Collaborators
Organizations we've partnered with to deliver employer-aligned learning and hiring pathways
Let’s build the future together
Your partnership can accelerate learning-to-employment pathways for young Africans.
Connect with us
Whether you are a partner, mentor, or student, tell us how we can work together.