We build future societies, today.

At UVU Africa we work with bold and ambitious talent, and alongside visionary partners to design and build future-fit, inclusive societies through innovation and technology. A non-profit organisation, we are extending our impact and presence across Africa by driving inclusive growth of the digital economy through business incubation, acceleration, skills development and by creating specialised innovation clusters across the continent.

We build future societies, today

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A glimpse of our impact across our areas of expertise
2500
Women trained in tech enablement for their businesses
1000
Unemployed youth trained annually in technology and career critical skills
55
African EdTech startups supported through intensive incubation and acceleration programme
5000
Entrepreneurs in our growing ecosystem
60

Businesses incubated in the bioeconomy 

Our Reach

Africa’s digital economy is experiencing rapid growth. With our roots in Southern Africa, we are building momentum across the continent. We currently operate from:
As an ecosystem orchestrator, we work strategically with our partners to enable impact that has a pan-African reach.
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CAPACITI Launches Tech Career Accelerator in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

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5 reasons why there’s excitement about the Rwanda Bioeconomy Hub

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Good News: Unique Summit 2024 Comes to Cape Town

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Impact Stories

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – Tendalo Trading

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – Kwacha Creative Studios

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – Terry Made Designs

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – Pineapple on Pizza Studios

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – SourceCode Motion Pictures

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – Moodswing

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – LSJ Clothing and Merchandising (BUTAN)

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – Renaissance Design

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – THEBE MAGUGU

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – GIYA

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – SpaceSalad Studios

Behind the Scenes with Création Africa Top 12 Finalist – Ananta Design Studio

UVU Bio Introduction to Biotechnology and Bioprocessing Programme

UVU Bio BioFiesta

UVU BIO Bioeconomy Skills Centre launch 2024

Ardagh & EXL Partnership

Women in Tech Graduation

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UVU BIO Bioprocess Skills Accelerator Programme Graduation

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Khayelitsha Bandwidth Barn Youth THINK TANK

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Fiona Tabraham

Fiona Tabraham is a strategic workforce development expert with a career founded on a resolute commitment to inclusivity, talent nurturing, and societal impact. Chief Executive of CAPACITI Digital Career Accelerator, Fiona’s passion for equity has charted pathways across numerous organisations, guiding bespoke Talent Initiatives, Future Leadership Development Programs, and transformative Career Pathway Development. Her tenure at Network Rail bore inclusive talent strategies, STEM advocacy, and innovative Graduate, Apprentice, and Internship initiatives. A trusted partner to a number of governmental, corporate and impact driven entities, Fiona empowers individuals and organisations, fostering diverse recruitment practices and innovative talent strategies. Fiona’s impact transcends the tech sector, positioning her as a leading voice for inclusive digital career initiatives.