12 West African Edtech Startups You Should Know
Several innovative Edtech solutions are emerging to address the educational quality gap in most African regions and increase access to high-level learning resources. These startups are leveraging technology to transform the educational sector on the continent.
In this watchlist issue, we’ve identified 12 Edtech startups that are contributing to the educational revolution in West Africa. These companies are deploying solutions that simplify learning for students across all levels, provide quality educational resources for tutors, and even help employees acquire skills to develop their careers?
uLesson
Year Founded: 2019
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
uLesson is an Edtech startup championing online and remote learning adoption in West Africa. The company operates an advanced Edtech platform which hosts a diverse range of subjects, test preparation materials, and skill development courses for primary and secondary school students.
uLesson's platform is a store of countless expertly curated video lessons, quizzes, and interactive assessments designed to adequately prepare students for the next level of their education.
Tuteria
Year Founded: 2014
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Tuteria is an innovative Edtech company revolutionizing access to personalized learning and skill development for Africans. The startup operates a digital platform that hosts several educational services, including home tutoring, preparatory classes for exams, homeschooling and many others that it offers to clients.
The company also uses a peer-to-peer learning model, connecting students with expert tutors for one-on-one or group lessons, both online and in person.
AltSchool Africa
Year Founded: 2021
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
AltSchool Africa is an innovative educational technology company that is revolutionizing skill and capacity development for young Africans.
The startup offers a comprehensive suite of educational tools and services, including a learning platform that offers various technical skill development resources. The platform enables individuals to learn different in-demand skills, particularly in the tech and development fields.
Codepym
Year Founded: 2016
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Codepym is a dynamic and forward-thinking Edtech company fostering education and skill development in West Africa. The company offers comprehensive school solutions, ranging from administration and teaching tools for educators to immersive learning systems for students.
Codepym's platform provides a user-friendly and interactive teaching and learning experience, incorporating challenges, hands-on projects, and real-world applications to reinforce learning.?
Edukoya
Year Founded: 2021
Location: Nigeria
Edukoya is a visionary Edtech startup redefining online learning in West Africa. The company employs an innovative learning model which combines cutting-edge technology with expertly curated and personalized content to create an engaging and effective educational platform.
Edukoya's primary products encompass various courses and learning resources, covering diverse subjects from academic disciplines to vocational skills. The company operates a digital learning platform incorporating AI and machine learning functionalities to personalize course modules for students.
eCampus
Year Founded: 2015
Location: Accra, Ghana
eCampus is an innovative educational technology company redefining online learning for secondary school and higher-level students in West Africa. The startup operates a robust online learning platform with a vast library of courses spanning various subjects, skill levels, and formats.
The company’s offerings include higher education courses, professional development programs, and vocational training. Essentially, the infrastructure serves as a one-stop destination for learners seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills.
ScholarX
Year Founded: 2016
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
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ScholarX is an innovative Edtech startup transforming access to education and learning services for Africans. The company operates a digital platform that connect students with scholarship opportunities and financial aid. The platform aggregates scholarship offers from various sources, both local and international. Students can easily search for scholarships that match their academic interests, qualifications, and financial needs.
Gradely
Year Founded: 2019
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Gradely is an innovative Edtech startup that is improving the quality of education in West Africa and beyond. The company operates an AI-powered teaching, assessment and feedback platform that allows educators to teach and grade students more efficiently.
Through Gradely's platform, teachers can administer lessons from anywhere, create assessments in minutes and monitor students' progress on the go. The platform also uses advanced algorithms to analyze student performance data and provide actionable insights for teachers.
Nikasemo
Year Founded: 2014
Location: Accra, Ghana
Nikasemo is an Edtech company dedicated to improving learning outcomes for African educators and students. The startup develops software and hardware solutions that enhance teaching and learning experiences for users,
Nikasemo's offerings include innovative educational solutions: Nikasemo Learn, Asixta, Edlege, Nikasemo Numeracy, and Nikasemo Notes. Each of these services caters to the diverse needs of African students and teachers.?
Stutern
Year Founded: 2014
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Stutern is a pioneering company redefining career development for graduates and professionals in Africa. The company offers internship placement services, skill development programs, and career readiness resources to individuals. It also provides online courses and training programs that equip individuals with in-demand skills to prepare them for the job market.?
Teesas
Year Founded: 2020
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Teesas is an innovative EdTech startup with a mission to revolutionize education in Africa. The company provides high-quality educational content in local and national languages.
Teesas operates an educational app which offers a wide range of video tutorials covering various subjects and topics. These tutorials are carefully curated and delivered by professional educators who understand the specific needs of African students.
Spiika
Year Founded: 2020
Location: Tema, Ghana
SPiiKA is an innovative EdTech startup promoting foreign and African language acquisition for Africans within and outside the continent. The company operates a language learning platform which connects individuals to experienced language tutors.
Through this platform, users can access one-on-one sessions with dedicated language tutors. SPiiKA offers a wide range of language options, allowing learners to choose as many languages they wish to acquire or improve upon.?
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