EMPOWERING RWANDA'S FUTURE IN STEM & THE ECONOMY

Bold ideas. Local action. Youth impact.

About Us

We are a youth-led think tank reimagining education, career guidance, and digital inclusion across Africa—starting with Rwanda.

Our mission is to generate ideas, build tools, and influence policies that help students unlock their potential, choose the right paths, and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

We work at the intersection of research, design, and action—bridging the gap between data, community needs, and bold solutions like Tegra.

Problem Statement: In Rwanda, secondary students—particularly those in upper secondary—are expected to select academic combinations that shape their future. However, many do so without adequate support, mentorship, or exposure to real-world career possibilities.

This results in missed opportunities, poor motivation, and a growing disconnect between education and national priorities like digital transformation and inclusive economic growth.
Mission Statement: Our mission is to mentor Rwandan secondary school students—especially in upper secondary—by providing personalized career guidance across fields like technology, science, and economics, while reigniting a love for learning through engaging, accessible, and fun experiences.

Key Statistics

ICT Access & Digital Literacy

  • 18.5% of youth are computer literate
  • Only 2.5% of youth use computers for learning purposes

Internet Use Among Youth

  • Only 26.7% of youth have ever used the internet
  • Only 6.7% of youth use the internet for study purposes

Subject Combinations (Upper Secondary)

  • MCB (Maths, Chemistry, Biology) and HEG (History, Economics, Geography) are the most common combinations
  • Students are required to choose subject combinations in S4, but many report not understanding career pathways linked to them

Barriers to Learning or Skill Development

  • Top reasons for school dropout among youth:
  • Lack of money (49%)
  • Lack of interest (18%)
  • Long distance to school (10%)
  • Only 12.2% of youth aged 16–30 participated in any form of technical or vocational education (TVET)

Our Solution: Tegra

We're building a blended platform that combines digital resources with real mentorship clubs inside schools. Tegra helps students explore tech careers, build skills, and connect with mentors who can guide their journey—whether online or offline.

Through personalized career guidance, interactive learning modules, and direct mentor connections, we're creating pathways for students to discover their potential and thrive in Rwanda's growing tech ecosystem.

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