Our Story

From a vision to reality: Empowering Zambia's youth through technology

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2024 Founded
Digital divide in Zambia
The Digital Divide
The Challenge

The Digital Divide in Zambia

While the world races toward a digital future, millions of Zambians are being left behind.

Limited internet access in rural areas
Underrepresentation of women in tech
Many local communities lack tech education while people lack inspiration for positive change

This isn't just about technology—it's about opportunity.

Every day, bright young minds are denied access to the tools they need to succeed in the 21st century. This digital exclusion creates a cycle of poverty, limiting access to education, jobs, and innovation.

TikulaTech training session
Our Solution
Our Solution

How We Bridge the Gap

We don't just teach technology—we empower communities to build their own digital future.

Community-Driven Learning

Every program is co-designed with local communities, ensuring relevance and sustainability.

Project-Based Innovation

Students don't just learn—they create real solutions for real problems in their communities.

Inclusive Access

We reach beyond urban centers, bringing technology education to the local communities, rural and underserved areas.

What Makes Us Different

We're Not Just Another Tech NGO

We're Zambian youth building solutions for Zambian challenges.

Youth-Led & Community-Rooted

Our team grew up in the communities we serve. We understand the challenges because we've lived them. We're not outsiders—we're neighbors building solutions together.

Locally Relevant Innovation

We don't import solutions—we create them. From EnrollPredict for school planning to community-specific tools, every innovation addresses real Zambian needs.

Open Source & Collaborative

All our materials, tools, and curricula are open-source. We believe in sharing knowledge across Africa to build a stronger digital continent together.

Guiding Principles
Our Journey

From Vision to Impact

Every milestone represents lives changed and communities transformed.

January 2024

The Beginning

TikulaTech Foundation is born from a vision to bridge Zambia's digital divide. A small group of passionate youth come together with a big dream.

March 2024

First Steps

Our movement grows to 15 students through grassroots outreach. We begin our first digital skills training sessions in Lusaka.

June 2024

Women in Tech Celebration

We hosted our first major event, bringing together 65+ school girls and industry experts. A segment of the event made headlines and was broadcast on the national broadcaster.

September 2024

Strategic Partnerships

We established Student Chapter partnerships with major institutions including Copperbelt University, University of Zambia, ZCAS University, and others.

January 2025

Milestone Achievement

We reach our first major milestone: 698+ young people equipped with foundational, entrepreneurial, and advanced digital skills.

January 2025

Innovation Launch

We launch EnrollPredict, our first data-driven educational tool, empowering students through predictive analytics for school planning.

OUR PURPOSE

Vision & Mission

Our Vision

A digitally empowered Zambia where youth contribute to global innovation.
  • Universal access to technology education
  • Innovation hubs in underserved communities
  • Zambia as a recognized center for tech talent

Our Mission

To provide accessible, quality technology education that empowers Zambian youth.
01
Educate

Deliver practical tech training to underserved communities

02
Innovate

Foster environments where young people solve local challenges

03
Connect

Bridge the gap between talent and opportunity

Join Us in Building Zambia's Digital Future

Every young person deserves the opportunity to participate in the digital economy. Together, we can bridge the divide and create a more inclusive future.