Meet Our Learners

September 13, 2023

No Matter Where You Come From, You Have a Place in the World

Digital nomad Edna Kiilu came from humble beginnings, but she didn't let her circumstances define her. She inspires us with her story and illustrates how her appetite for challenges opened doors of opportunity to her at ALX and beyond.

Community Initiatives, Kenya, Meet Our Learners, The ROOM Fellowship,

August 10, 2023

A Q&A with Mohamed Ali: The Risk-Taking Fellowship Ambassador

As part of the #FindYourPlace series, Egypt-born web developer and ALX SE graduate Mohamed Ali shares with us his journey so far, and how he hopes to add value to the world.

Egypt, Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, The ROOM Fellowship,

August 3, 2023

“Overnight Success Is an Illusion”: Vivian Dzrekey on Finding Her Place in Tech

Kicking off the #FindYourPlace series is Vivian Dzrekey from Ghana, who shares how she is navigating the tech world and inching closer to career fulfilment.

Ghana, Meet Our Learners, The ROOM Fellowship, Women in Tech,

July 21, 2023

Her Silver Lining Turned Into a Golden Opportunity

Little did Divine Ukonu know that getting stuck in lockdown would lead her to a career in tech and a coveted spot in The ROOM Gold Fellowship.

Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, The ROOM Fellowship, Women in Tech,

May 16, 2023

A Catalyst for Career Growth: Richard Matovu on The Gold Fellowship’s Influence

What added benefits could the Gold Fellowship offer a Senior Software Engineer? Richard Matovu shares his views.

Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, The ROOM Fellowship,

May 5, 2023

The Value of Mentorship and Community in Tech: A Gold Fellow’s Experience

Derrick Ampire shares his ALX journey, audacious goals, and how the Gold Fellowship is empowering his pursuits in the tech industry.

Kenya, Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, The ROOM Fellowship,