We are an AI talent accelerator helping people build the skills, confidence and experience they need to thrive in a world shaped by AI.
Zuka is not a school or university but a launchpad for talent.
Develop AI-ready talent across four stages. We work with people at different stages of their journey, from high school students discovering what is possible with AI to professionals transforming how they work.
An introduction to AI for young people who are curious about the future.
Students explore what AI can do, learn how to use AI tools and build their first projects.
A practical foundation for young people preparing for an AI-powered world.
Participants develop core AI skills, digital capabilities, problem-solving skills and practical experience through projects.
An intensive talent development program for graduates entering the workforce.
Participants develop AI capabilities, professional skills and real-world experience while building a portfolio that demonstrates what they can do.
A practical program for professionals adapting to the changing world of work.
Participants learn how to apply AI to their roles, improve productivity, redesign workflows and identify new opportunities created by AI.
Already working? You are not limited to Professional. Join Bootcamp, Foundation, Graduate or Professional, whichever fits what you want to learn next.
We support talent at every stage:
The goal is not simply to teach people AI.
The goal is to help them adapt, create and take advantage of the opportunities AI creates.
We are built around three capabilities.
Learn how AI works and use it to build products, solutions, businesses and new ideas.
Use AI to become more effective, productive and adaptable in your profession.
Develop the judgement, creativity and leadership needed to navigate change and create opportunities.
We combine practical learning, real-world projects, technology, community and access to opportunity to help people move from potential to capability and from capability to opportunity.
We believe talent develops through doing. Our programs therefore combine:
Pick your program and intake, then tell us about your education, work experience and why you want to join.
A short conversation with our team to understand your goals and confirm you are a fit for the cohort.
We confirm your intake and program fee. Secure your spot with a deposit and clear the balance before it starts.
You join the cohort and start real work from week one, alongside your team, coach and mentors.
No. Schools pass on knowledge and then end. Zuka gets you building and does not end. You will learn a lot here, but learning is a side effect. The main work is making real things with real people for real stakes.
Pick the stage you are at. Still in high school? Bootcamp. Finished high school or at university? Foundation. Recently graduated? Graduate. Already working? Professional, or any of the other programs, because professionals can join across all four. Still unsure? Write to us and a real person will help you choose.
No. Each program is built for a stage of your journey, not a step you must clear first. Start with the one that matches where you are today.
No. Every program starts from where its participants are. You learn how to use AI tools and apply them to whatever you choose to do.
Bootcamp is KES 30,000, Foundation and Professional are KES 45,000 each and Graduate is KES 80,000. You see the price in Kenyan shillings before you commit. There are no hidden costs and no application fees.
You pay with M-Pesa from the enrollment page. Approve the prompt on your phone and your account is created as soon as the payment confirms. Not ready? Choose pay later. We save your details and a real person calls you. Your spot stays open while you get the money together.
Pick your program and intake. It takes a few minutes.