Impact

Innovators

Meet our innovators, participants and alumni of our programs who are shaping the future with their groundbreaking solutions and entrepreneurial spirit. Each of these individuals embodies our commitment to fostering innovation and driving positive change in their communities.

Our programs transcend mere gadget creation and STEM education; they are designed to empower communities and redefine the future of Arusha, Tanzania, and beyond through practical innovation. By equipping participants with the skills to tackle real-world challenges, we foster a culture of entrepreneurship and problem-solving that extends far beyond individual projects. Through our initiatives, we aim to instill a sense of agency and capability among our participants, encouraging them to envision and implement solutions that address pressing local and global issues. We are honored to present our innovators, alumni who exemplify these values by spearheading projects that not only innovate but also contribute positively to their communities, driving sustainable development and social progress.

Startup Founders

Discover the trailblazing startup founders from our programs. Click on each founder to learn more about their innovative ventures and transformative impact.

Jesse Oljange

Jesse Oljange

Avomeru

Colman Ndetembea

Colman Ndetembea

Kyaro Assistive Tech

Edgar Edmund

Edgar Edmund

Greenventure

Alfred Chengula

Alfred Chengula

Imara Tech

Magreth Omary

Magreth Omary

Sauna Investments

Joseph Taifa

Joseph Taifa

Taifa Innovative Solutions

Luqman Yusufu

Luqman Yusufu

ArchML Tech

Eamon O’Brien

Eamon O’Brien

Kyaro Assistive Tech

Baltazari Twati

Baltazari Twati

The Green Project Solution
Tanzania

Neema Mlawa

Neema Mlawa

NEFRA TECH

Innovation Club

In our complex, ever-changing world, the Innovation Club Program fills a critical gap by offering students hands-on opportunities to learn innovation, enhance critical thinking, solve problems creatively, and work on real-world projects, fostering a mindset of thinking outside the box.

St. Jude Primary School Students

St. Jude Primary School

St. Jude Primary School Students

St. Jude Secondary School

Kanosa Secondary School Students

Kanosa Secondary School

Njiro Secondary School Students

Njiro Secondary School

Community members participate in the initial training sessions to identify challenges, and later engage in the testing phase, while teams benefit from the insights of international young engineers, enriching the process with diverse perspectives and specialized expertise.

Mukhammad Costa

Mohammed Costa

Cassava Peeler Machine

Sarah Kayuni​

Sarah Kayuni

Cassava Peeler Machine

Magreth Kombe

Magreth Kombe

Cassava Peeler Machine

Ally Nyamhoza

Ally Nyamhoza

Cassava Peeler Machine

Judith Magese

Judith Magese

Coconut Dehusking Machine

Jasmin Mserem

Jasmin Mserem

Rice Destoner Project

Emmanuel Meyasi

Emmanuel Meyasi

Well Driller Project

Frank Baguma

Frank Baguma

Well Driller Project

Festo Kiwango

Festo Kiwango

Well Driller Project

Benadetha Temba

Benadetha Temba

Well Driller Project

Project champions are individuals who have created truly awe-inspiring work, starting with identifying challenges and progressing through rigorous testing phases to develop impactful solutions.

Jesse Oljange

Jesse Oljange

Colman Ndetembea

Colman Ndetembea

Creative Capacity Building

Edgar Edmund

Edgar Edmund

Creative Capacity Building

Alfred Chengula

Alfred Chengula

Creative Capacity Building

Joseph Taifa

Joseph Taifa

Jamii Tech Program

Neema Mlawa

Neema Mlawa

Creative Capacity Building

Baltazari Twati

Baltazari Twati

Jamii Tech Program

Luqman Yusufu

Luqman Yusufu

Jamii Tech Program

Women In Hardware Tech

Our alumni women who worked in hardware tech during our programs have developed groundbreaking solutions, demonstrating exceptional innovation and leadership in their fields.

Benadetha Temba

Benadetha Temba

Well Driller Project

Jasmin Mserem

Jasmin Mserem

Rice Destoner Project

Sarah Kayuni​

Sarah Kayuni

Cassava Peeler Machine

Neema Mlawa

Neema Mlawa

Creative Capacity Building