From an early age, we nurture confident and creative digital minds through accessible, impactful learning, while equipping parents and educators to guide children into the digital future.
Quick Value Highlights: Hands-On learning | Internship Opportunities | National Hackathons | Certificates & Digital Badges | Scholarships & Incentives | Vibrant International Tech Community & Ecosystem | Mentorship
200,000 African students future-ready by 2030 — equipped to build, innovate, and lead
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Our trained instructors deliver in-school digital classes that cover coding, design, Data, AI, and more through engaging, project-based learning. These classes give primary and secondary school students the
opportunity to work on exciting projects, receive expert guidance, participate in national tech competitions, and earn valuable certifications.
Weekend and summer virtual classes for Nigerian and international learners, complete with recordings, mentorship, and certificates. Crafted to equip learners with practical digital skills, and meaningful
exposure to real-world applications through project-based learning, while improving their social skills and network through our vibrant ecosystem.
Our career advisors provide industry-standard insights and guidance to learners on selecting the right career path and making informed decisions.
Exciting tech events, conferences, training sessions, hackathons and exhibitions designed to spark creativity, curiosity, innovation and collaboration in young learners.
Free weekend tech classes and resources delivered to underserved communities like Makoko and Ajegunle, ensuring inclusion in Africa’s digital future.
Designed to grow with your child – from curiosity to career readiness.
Funlen offers structured, age-appropriate tech learning pathways tailored to different school levels and interests, while recognising that no two children learn in the same way. Each pathway introduces essential concepts, tools, and hands-on projects aligned with global digital trends and real-world career paths.
5 – 8 years
The Graphic Design pathway nurtures creativity at an early age. Here students learn graphics design fundamentals and how to use Canva to create impactful visual designs to promote brands, while having fun.
Using canva and VEO3 AI latest features, Students will be able to design logos, images, videos, animations, business flyers and other visual contents that drive businesses. With a portfolio to showcase.
Canva | Image & Video editing AI | Scratch
9 – 12 years
We offer two career pathways to our young builders, giving them the freedom to select based on their interest.
The Web Design career pathway introduces learners to building fully functional interactive websites for companies using WordPress, while the Product Design career pathway equips them with skills in User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design using industry-standard tools such as Figma to design products for companies and brands
Framer | Figma
13–19 years
These advanced career pathways prepare learners for global opportunities in two of the most in-demand tech fields.
In Software Engineering, students progress from front-end development (the visible part of the web) to back-end development (the logic and data processing), learning how to build high-performance websites and web applications for companies with strong fundamentals in algorithms and data structures. In the Data and AI career pathway, students explore the entire data pipeline, from data collection and visualisation to predictive modelling.
JavaScript | Python | React | Node.js | CSS | HTML | Power BI |Excel
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Funlen Africa is an EdTech platform designed to equip primary and secondary school students with future-ready digital skills through engaging, interactive, and practical learning.
Our goal is simple yet ambitious: to raise a new generation of confident, capable, and creative tech talents from an early age, students who are not just prepared for the digital future but are ready to shape it.
Our vision is aligned with the United Nations SDG goals. By 2030, we aim to provide quality tech education to over 200,000 young African children, accessible to all genders.
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Learning Benefit
Engaging, Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Students learn with content designed to meet global standards and future career needs.
Hands-On Learning
Every class blends theory with projects learners can see, touch, and apply.
Real-Life Scenario Projects
Students solve practical problems that mirror real-world challenges.
21st-Century Soft Skills
We build communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and leadership alongside technical skills.
Experienced Instructors
Our instructors are trained in both technology and child-centred teaching methods
Networking and Visibility
Learners and schools gain exposure through partnerships, showcases, and competitions
Our Offers
Opportunities
Valuable Certificates and Digital Badges
National Tech Hackathons & Recognition
Internship Opportunities
Top learners connect with companies for real-world work experience.
Global Tech Community
Learners join our international Slack community to collaborate, network, and build global connections
Scholarships and Incentives
Mentorship
Students receive guidance from seasoned professionals to shape their career paths.
Funlen Africa is led by a founding team with deep expertise in education, technology, and strategy. By blending pedagogical excellence with digital innovation and business acumen, our team is uniquely equipped to build a transformative and scalable EdTech solution. Together, we are preparing Africas”s next generation of Learner”s with the skills. confidence, and global competitiveness required to thrive in the digital age.
Adewale Adeboye
Founder & CEO
Adewale Adeboye is a visionary technologist, entrepreneur, and AWS Certified professional committed to transforming education in Africa through innovation.
He currently serves as CTO at Reatent, where he leads the development of multi-tenant learning management systems for Nigerian universities and secondary schools.
He has spearheaded projects across health information systems, and education technology, earning a reputation for turning bold ideas into sustainable ventures. With expertise spanning full-stack development, cloud engineering, and AI/M.
As Founder and CEO of Funlen Africa, Adewale drives the mission to equip young Africans with future-ready digital skills, positioning the company as a leader in education technology and social impact across the continent.
Adeola Olorunfemi
C0-Founder & COO
Adeola Olorunfemi is an accomplished education leader with over seven years of experience transforming Nigeria’s learning landscape.
She is the Founder and CEO of Dynamite Education Hub, a TEFL-certified educator, and a UNESCO MGIEP Digital Teacher.
Adeola has built creative learning systems for schools, trained teachers, and designed modern curricula that inspire both educators and learners.
She holds a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education from the University of Lagos.
As Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer of Funlen Africa, leads collaboration with schools, trains Instructors and curate learning pathways that equip young Africans with the skills, confidence, and creativity to thrive in the digital future.
Mercy Jacob
Co-Founder & HBD
Mercy Jacob is a dynamic business leader with nearly a decade of experience in biotechnology, business development, and project management.
She currently serves as Business Development and Programmes Manager at The Nest Innovation Technology Park, where she has led partnerships across continents with organisations such as GIZ and the European Union.
A TEDx speaker, management consultant, and mentor. Mercy is not just a leader; she is a catalyst for change, and a visionary committed to scaling businesses, driving innovation through the power of communication, innovation, and youth leadership.
Her proven track record in building strategic partnerships and executing impactful programmes positions her as a catalyst for growth at Funlen Africa.
