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To make quality technology education accessible and empower the next generation with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to thrive.
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NextGen Academy
Your Future in Tech Starts Here.
We believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn't. NextGen Academy is changing that by making quality technology education accessible to aspiring innovators, equipping them with practical skills, industry-relevant experience, and the confidence to build meaningful careers in tech.
- Tuition-Free Training
- Industry-Relevant Skills
- Practical Learning
Talent deserves an opportunity to thrive.
NextGen Academy is the technology training initiative of Seamfix Foundation, committed to expanding access to digital skills and preparing individuals for opportunities in the technology ecosystem.
We go beyond teaching theory. Our approach combines structured learning, hands-on projects, mentorship, collaboration, and professional development to help learners build skills they can apply to real-world challenges.
Through accessible, tuition-free programmes, we aim to reduce barriers to technology education, strengthen digital talent, and contribute to a future where more people can participate in and shape the digital economy.
Our vision
A future where talent, not financial barriers, determines how far aspiring technology professionals can go.
More than training, a pathway to opportunity
1,200+ Learners. Countless Possibilities. One Mission.
Every learner who joins NextGen Academy represents a future waiting to be unlocked. Through technology training, mentorship, and career development, we are helping aspiring professionals build skills, discover new possibilities, and take meaningful steps towards economic opportunity.
- 1,200+ Learners trained Expanding access to technology skills.
- 100% Tuition-free training Removing tuition as a barrier for selected learners.
- 500+ Women supported Broadening participation in technology.
- 10,000 Talent ambition Working towards a bigger future for African tech talent.
Find your path. Build your future.
Whether you're passionate about creating digital products, developing software, managing projects, testing applications, driving sales, or working with databases, NextGen Academy offers learning pathways designed to help you take the next step.
Sales Academy School
Sell the solution. Build relationships. Drive growth.
Discover how technology meets business through a learning pathway focused on customer engagement, value-based selling, and commercial thinking. Build the skills to communicate solutions effectively and identify opportunities for business growth.
What you'll explore: Sales fundamentals, customer needs, communication, prospect engagement, and commercial performance.
DevOps/Database Administration (DBA)
Keep data organised. Keep systems running. Power decisions.
Develop the foundations for managing the data that modern applications depend on. Explore how databases are structured, maintained, secured, and monitored to support reliable access to information.
What you'll explore: Database fundamentals, SQL, data management, backup and recovery, database security, and performance monitoring, subject to the final curriculum.
Full Stack Development with Angular
Turn lines of code into real-world solutions.
Learn to build modern web applications with a focus on Angular and full stack development. Develop your software engineering foundations, solve practical problems, and gain experience creating functional digital products.
What you'll explore: Web development, Angular, application development, problem-solving, and hands-on projects.
Applications Closed
Product Design
Make technology useful, intuitive, and unforgettable.
Explore the art and thinking behind great digital experiences. Learn how to understand users, develop design concepts, and translate ideas into engaging interfaces and practical prototypes.
What you'll explore: User research, wireframing, prototyping, user interface design, and user experience principles.
Applications Closed
Project Management & Quality Assurance
Organise the vision. Test the solution. Deliver with confidence.
Build an understanding of how technology projects are planned, coordinated, tested, and delivered. Develop skills that support effective teamwork, project execution, and software quality.
What you'll explore: Project planning, task coordination, software testing, defect tracking, and quality assurance practices.
Applications Closed
Real people. Real journeys. Real impact.
Their Stories Are Our Greatest Impact.
Every success story reminds us why this work matters. Behind every new skill is a learner who dared to try, a challenge overcome, and a future that looks different because an opportunity was available.
Meet the people who have experienced the NextGen Academy journey. Hear their stories in their own words, discover what they learned, and see how their experiences have shaped their career journeys.
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From Learner to Software Professional
Discover how hands-on training, collaboration, and mentorship helped an alumnus develop practical software engineering skills and build confidence in solving real-world problems.
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Discovering a Future in Technology
Hear how learning, mentorship, and a supportive community can help aspiring technology professionals turn curiosity into practical skills and new career possibilities.
Transitioning into Tech was like an unattainable goal until I joined the Seamfix NextGen Academy. The problem-solving superpowers I gained cannot be overemphasized.
Chukwuemeka Odoala
Software Engineer
See the journeys, experiences, and achievements of NextGen Academy alumni. Let their stories show you what is possible when talent meets opportunity.
More than a course. A foundation for your future.
At NextGen Academy, learning is designed to help you move beyond knowing the concepts to applying them with confidence.
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Structured learning
A guided curriculum that builds from fundamentals to applied skills.
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Hands-on projects
Apply what you learn to practical, real-world challenges.
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Mentorship
Guidance from experienced professionals as you learn and grow.
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Collaboration
Learn alongside peers and build the teamwork technology roles demand.
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Professional development
Career-readiness support to help you take your next step.
Frequently asked
questions
Answers to common questions about NextGen Academy, applications and our programmes.
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Yes. NextGen Academy offers tuition-free training for selected candidates through Seamfix Foundation. Programme-specific conditions and eligibility requirements apply.
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Sales Academy School and Database Administration are currently open. Full Stack Development with Angular, Product Design, and Project Management & Quality Assurance are currently closed; applications for these programmes are expected to open in the first quarter of 2027, so look out for updates on our pages.
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Applications for closed programmes are not currently being accepted. You can explore the programme information and check the website for announcements about future cohorts.
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Training delivery depends on the specific programme. Check the programme page or application form for the current delivery format.
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The Academy aims to prepare learners for career opportunities through practical training, mentorship, and career-readiness support. Completing a programme does not guarantee employment, although eligible graduates may be considered for available opportunities within Seamfix as well as with partner organizations.
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Requirements vary by programme. Consult the relevant application form to confirm whether prior experience or specific educational qualifications are required.
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You can contact Seamfix Foundation at seamfixfoundation@seamfix.com for enquiries.
Help us expand opportunity
Talent grows when opportunity meets preparation.
The journey does not end when training is complete. We want to strengthen the connection between technology education and the world of work by engaging organisations that can help learners gain exposure, experience, and opportunities to grow.
We invite employers, technology companies, industry professionals, mentors, and training partners to join us in building pathways for emerging talent.
Partner with us to:
- Provide internship and work-experience opportunities.
- Connect learners with mentors and industry professionals.
- Contribute to relevant training, workshops, and career development.
- Support initiatives that expand access to technology education.
- Help prepare the next generation of skilled, work-ready professionals.
The next generation starts with you
Your Potential Is the Beginning. Opportunity Is the Next Step.
You do not have to figure out your future alone. With access to learning, practical skills, and a community committed to growth, you can take meaningful steps towards the future you imagine.
Explore NextGen Academy. Discover your path. Prepare to make your mark.