Technology is reshaping the future. We’re on a mission to ensure that future includes everyone.
Our goal is to make Zimbabwe the technology capital of Africa, and to ensure that all Zimbabweans benefit from the technological revolution that is changing our world.
about our work in zimbabwe
In the first few months of 2025, Zimbabwe used more internet than in the previous five years combined.
The country is going digital, and our goal is to empower all Zimbabweans with the resources, skills, and confidence to participate in this technological revolution.
Our focus is on the most vulnerable community members, who, without our interventions risk missing out on the incredible growth that is to come.
Our vision is a Zimbabwe where technology drives innovation, employment, and prosperity for all, and we are committed to working with the Government, Corporate, Philanthropic, Diaspora, and Global communities to ensure that Zimbabwe’s voice is heard.
Because we believe that technology can only be for everyone, when it’s built by everyone.
our model
innovation hubs
When we identify a community in need, we partner with a local school or community center and begin fundraising to build a solar powered Innovation Hub. Our goal is not to extract talent, but to invest in community-wide change over the long term.
bootcamp program
From our Innovation Hubs, we run a full-time, 12 month technology Bootcamp which is entirely free for our beneficiaries. Our students receive the resources, training, and support they need to enter the tech workforce or launch their own startup.
youth coding
As part of their learning experience, and as a way to give back to their communities, our Bootcamp students volunteer as after school coding instructors at the nearby Government schools.
teacher training
In addition to working with youth and young adults, we train and empower Government school teachers to confidently bring technology into their classrooms.
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Total beneficiaries across our free technology education programmes in Zimbabwe.
And we’re just getting started.
project
portfolio
View All Uncommon Programs, Projects, and Initiativeshelp scale our impact
Our 2026 programs are currently 65% funded. Your donation today will help fully fund our programs, so we can continue to expand our reach throughout Zimbabwe over the years to come.
meet the team
Uncommon Zimbabwe is a nonprofit Trust registered in Zimbabwe, led by a local Board of Directors and a 100% local team.
Meet the incredible team building Zimbabwe’s largest free technology education program below:
walter gombarume
Board Member
tonderai kawere
Jnr Instructor - Development
Beyond Bechani
Head of Design
Racheal Bulombe
Snr Instructor - Digital Marketing
Michelle Gwatiringa
Country Director
Peter Kazickas
CEO
Karl Salimu
Marketing and Communications Manager
Anesu Muchirewesi
Snr Instructor - Development
Ronald Nyamukuwa
Business Development Manager
Tadiwa Kunaka
Snr Instructor - Development
Delroy Mahove
Career Development Officer
Takudzwa Joseph
Finance Officer
uncommon pledge
We believe that trust isn’t earned through words, it’s earned through transparency.
That’s why we made the Uncommon Pledge, our commitment to radical transparency. This means that everything, from budgets, financials, and Governance docs, to project trackers, performance metrics, and testimonies directly from our beneficiaries, are always visible on our website in real-time.
At Uncommon, we believe that transparency builds trust, trust builds community, and communities change the world.
uncommon partners
Thank you to our amazing partners who are helping expand access to AI and Tech Education throughout Zimbabwe.
When Dulux told us that they’re in the relationships business, and they also happen to sell paint, we knew we’d met the right people. The Dulux team understood our vision right away, and has helped us bring new life to our weathered spaces to make sure that our Innovation Hubs remained beacons of inspiration in the community.
We are honored to have been a recipient of multiple core support grants from Oak Foundation, spanning 2022 - 2027. Oak Foundation commits its resources to address issues of global, social and environmental concern, particularly those that have a major impact on the lives of the disadvantaged.
We are excited to share the news that Uncommon has received a $50,000 grant from The Upwork Foundation to support our mission in Zimbabwe! We are honored to be recognized by a publicly traded company for our work empowering low-income youth and young adults with critically in-demand digital skills. Thank you Upwork!
The Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe has had a hand to play in nearly every Innovation Hub we’ve built, none more important than the first one! Through their grant giving in Zimbabwe, the Australian people have contributed mightily and we are honored to have been able to execute such important and empowering work thanks to the generosity of the Australian people.
Nedbank Zimbabwe was the first corporation to step up and sponsor an Uncommon Innovation Hub, making a free coding education possible for 1,000s of youth and young adults in Bulawayo. We are inspired by their bold and decisive approach to philanthropy, and their leadership in the Corporate Social Responsibility space.
We are honored to have been awarded a three year grant from the ella fund, spanning 2025-2027, in support of the amazing young women and girls at Uncommon. the ella fund is a philanthropic fund empowering girls and women worldwide by investing in education, healthcare and entrepreneurship.
We are honored to have received a grant from the United Nations Development Programme to support the launch of our Gokwe Innovation Hub in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development, and Vocational Training. The UNDP is one of the most storied philanthropic institutions in the world, and we are grateful for their partnership.
We are honored to include Mukuru, one of Southern Africa's most successful financial technology companies, as a CSR Partner of ours. We are grateful for Mukuru's leadership and vision when it comes to Corporate Social Responsibility in Southern Africa.
ROI Training was one of our first corporate partners who provided both cash and in-kind support to Uncommon. Whether it was training our students to become certified Google Cloud Engineers, or donating towards our corporate office expenses, ROI Training went above and beyond with their support!
Uncommon is grateful to have received a two year grant from the Judith Neilson Foundation. This grant provides both core support and funding to help launch a pilot teacher training program. Judith Neilson is a leader in global philanthropy and we are honored to one of their first portfolio organizations in Zimbabwe.
We are grateful for our partnership with Dzikwa Trust, a storied nonprofit in Dzivarasekwa, Harare, and the host of our first ever Innovation Hub. The Dzikwa Trust team has been extremely gracious and supportive of our work, and we are delighted to contribute to their efforts on behalf of the youth of Dzivarasekwa.
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When Dulux told us that they’re in the relationships business, and they also happen to sell paint, we knew we’d met the right people. The Dulux team understood our vision right away, and has helped us bring new life to our weathered spaces to make sure that our Innovation Hubs remained beacons of inspiration in the community.
We are honored to have been a recipient of multiple core support grants from Oak Foundation, spanning 2022 - 2027. Oak Foundation commits its resources to address issues of global, social and environmental concern, particularly those that have a major impact on the lives of the disadvantaged.
We are excited to share the news that Uncommon has received a $50,000 grant from The Upwork Foundation to support our mission in Zimbabwe! We are honored to be recognized by a publicly traded company for our work empowering low-income youth and young adults with critically in-demand digital skills. Thank you Upwork!
The Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe has had a hand to play in nearly every Innovation Hub we’ve built, none more important than the first one! Through their grant giving in Zimbabwe, the Australian people have contributed mightily and we are honored to have been able to execute such important and empowering work thanks to the generosity of the Australian people.
Nedbank Zimbabwe was the first corporation to step up and sponsor an Uncommon Innovation Hub, making a free coding education possible for 1,000s of youth and young adults in Bulawayo. We are inspired by their bold and decisive approach to philanthropy, and their leadership in the Corporate Social Responsibility space.
We are honored to have been awarded a three year grant from the ella fund, spanning 2025-2027, in support of the amazing young women and girls at Uncommon. the ella fund is a philanthropic fund empowering girls and women worldwide by investing in education, healthcare and entrepreneurship.
We are honored to have received a grant from the United Nations Development Programme to support the launch of our Gokwe Innovation Hub in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development, and Vocational Training. The UNDP is one of the most storied philanthropic institutions in the world, and we are grateful for their partnership.
We are honored to include Mukuru, one of Southern Africa's most successful financial technology companies, as a CSR Partner of ours. We are grateful for Mukuru's leadership and vision when it comes to Corporate Social Responsibility in Southern Africa.
ROI Training was one of our first corporate partners who provided both cash and in-kind support to Uncommon. Whether it was training our students to become certified Google Cloud Engineers, or donating towards our corporate office expenses, ROI Training went above and beyond with their support!
Uncommon is grateful to have received a two year grant from the Judith Neilson Foundation. This grant provides both core support and funding to help launch a pilot teacher training program. Judith Neilson is a leader in global philanthropy and we are honored to one of their first portfolio organizations in Zimbabwe.
We are grateful for our partnership with Dzikwa Trust, a storied nonprofit in Dzivarasekwa, Harare, and the host of our first ever Innovation Hub. The Dzikwa Trust team has been extremely gracious and supportive of our work, and we are delighted to contribute to their efforts on behalf of the youth of Dzivarasekwa.
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