Grace Ashiru
Since its inception in 2021, AltSchool Africa has provided close to 3 million hours of tech-focused training in software development, data analytics, and product creation following a successful $1 million pre-seed funding round in 2022.
Recognizing the rise of unconventional careers like music management, digital content production, and influencer promotions, AltSchool Africa, renowned for its pioneering educational methods, is broadening its course offerings to include the Creative Economy and Business sectors.
This growth is backed by an impressive 40% course completion rate in its debut year.
With a staggering 50,000 applications received from 83 different nations, AltSchool Africa stands as a global centre for skill enhancement. Many enthusiastic students come from countries like Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, and the UK. Over 20,000 of them have already commenced their transformative educational experiences.
The institution now offers courses in digital content production, sales, and the music industry, focusing on Afrobeats. These new courses complement their nine courses in Engineering, Data, and Product Management. Enrollment is now open for the inaugural batch of these fresh courses.
AltSchool Africa’s vision is clear: to equip every person with the essential knowledge, competencies, and job prospects required to excel in today’s dynamic world.
