TECHUPYOUTHS

About the program

Empowering Africa youth with tech skills & career clarity

TECHUPYOUTHS is more than a training program — it is a movement. Born in Cameroon and built for Africa, TECHUPYOUTHS 2026 brings together 100 ambitious young people aged 18–30 from across English-speaking Africa for 8 weeks of live, hands-on tech training delivered online via Zoom. Six career tracks. Continent-wide community. One shared goal: to launch a generation of African tech leaders who are skilled, confident, and ready to compete on the global stage. Cameroon leads. Africa follows. The future belongs to us

TechUpYouths 2026 Program Updates

The Journey Has Begun! 🚀

The TechUpYouths 2026 Program is currently underway, with participants actively engaging in hands-on training, practical projects, and mentorship sessions. They are developing in-demand digital skills in web development, UI design, and professional development while collaborating in a dynamic learning environment. Julie Outreach Foundation remains committed to equipping young people with the knowledge and experience needed to succeed in the digital economy

Program type

Online / Onsite

Duration

8 Weeks (2 Months)

Target age

18 - 30 years

Available Seats

100 Participants

Registration Fee

Free

Certificate

Yes, upon completion

Career Tracks

Six paths. All led by youths

Every career track is designed, delivered, and facilitated by young people – making this a truly youth-driven learning experience.

LINUX

Command line, server config, shell scripting & system admin etc

Windows Administration

Active Directory Domain Services, GPO, File sharing, AD connect etc

Cloud Computing

Azure, AWS

AI & Machine Learning

AI concepts, Python basics, data literacy & practical AI tools

CISCO Networking

TCP/IP, Routing, VLANs, Firewalls & Cisco Fundamentals

Web Development

Front end and backend development, hosting, SEO.

PROGRAM TIMELINE

What to expect over 8 weeks

Week 1

Orientation & Career Discovery

Meet your cohort, explore all career tracks, complete an aptitude assessment, and choose your path.

Week 2

Foundations of IT

Shared training on computer basics, operating systems, internet & networking fundamentals.

Weeks 3 – 4

Core Track Training – Part 1

Deep-dive into your chosen career track with instructor-led sessions and hands-on labs.

Weeks 5 – 6

Core Track Training – Part 2

Advanced topics, real-world scenarios, group projects and peer collaboration.

Week 7

Mentorship & Industry Exposure

Guest speakers, mentor Q&A, resume workshops, virtual company tours and career panels.

Week 8

Showcase & Graduation

Final project presentations, certification awards and graduation ceremony.

Ready to launch your tech career?

Applications are open. Seats are limited to 100 participants – don’t miss your spot 

TechUpYouths 2026 is Set to Begin ! Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators. Stay tuned as we kick off TechUpYouths on 22 June 2026