2021
GearUp Africa Founded
GearUp Africa was established with a bold mission: to empower underserved individuals and communities in Africa through quality education, resources, and opportunities.
2021
GearUp Africa was established with a bold mission: to empower underserved individuals and communities in Africa through quality education, resources, and opportunities.
2022
Our flagship program launched with its first cohort of university undergraduates, introducing a groundbreaking 3-year curriculum combining technical training, soft skills development, and real-world project experience.
2022
Our inaugural cohort exceeded expectations — analysts completed over 1,200 hours of training, 800 hours of practical projects, and 300 hours of community service.
2023
Building on GAP's success, we launched GearUp Education Support (GES) to extend our reach to senior high school students.
2024
The third program in our portfolio was introduced, focused on intensive skill-building bootcamps and accelerated career readiness.
2025
We launched the Futures Fair initiative at Effutu Senior High School in Ghana, empowering students with career resources and scholarship guidance.
2026
With analysts at organizations like Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, and leading African firms, GearUp Africa continues to expand its partner network.
Explore the milestones that have shaped GearUp Africa's growth and the impact we continue to create across communities.
Join us as we continue to empower Africa's youth and build a brighter future for the continent.