Empowering South Africa's Next Generation of Innovators
Discover opportunities, develop groundbreaking ideas, receive expert mentorship and compete nationally through the Youth Technology Innovation Programme.
Discover opportunities, develop groundbreaking ideas, receive expert mentorship and compete nationally through the Youth Technology Innovation Programme.
ABOUT US
AfricaTech Academy is an independent, forward-looking digital skills training institution established in 2025 as a spin-off of DBI Academy, the renowned training division of DBI Intelligent Technology Group (Pty) Ltd.
AfricaTech Academy was born out of a bold vision to scale DBI Academy’s impact across the African continent. While rooted in the foundational work and curriculum of DBI Academy, it now operates as a separate entity with its own identity, governance, and geographic mandate.
AfricaTech Academy’s main goal is to transform Africa from being a technology consumer into a technology producer, empowering the continent to take ownership of its digital future.
OUR VISION
We believe every young innovator deserves the opportunity to transform great ideas into impactful solutions that shape industries, communities and the future.
Encouraging creative thinking and technology-driven solutions that solve real-world challenges.
Connecting students, universities, TVET colleges, industry and government to accelerate innovation.
Helping innovative ideas become sustainable businesses through mentorship and funding opportunities.
Creating innovative solutions that improve lives, strengthen communities and contribute to economic growth.
YTIP provides much more than a competition. It connects ambitious young innovators with the knowledge, resources and networks needed to build impactful technology solutions.
Gain access to funding pathways that help turn your innovative idea into reality.
Receive guidance from experienced mentors, innovators and entrepreneurs.
Celebrate your achievements and gain recognition for your innovative work.
The Youth Technology Innovation Programme connects students, innovators, institutions and industry partners to create technology solutions that solve real-world challenges.
Young innovators participating across universities and TVET colleges.
Universities and colleges supporting the programme.
Professionals guiding innovators throughout the programme.
Access to funding pathways and business development support.
