HyperionDev, a global online education provider, and Konexio, a social enterprise empowering marginalized communities, are proud to announce their new partnership that shows how much impact is possible when you use technology and education to unlock human potential.
The collaboration’s first beneficiary, Jonathan Divine Akena, a 21-year-old refugee from Kenya’s Kakuma Refugee Camp, is beginning a Software Engineering Bootcamp – a testament to the transformative power of digital skills in a region where such opportunities are urgently needed.
This alliance brings together HyperionDev’s practical, mentor-supported, and university-backed bootcamps with Konexio’s deep on-the-ground community expertise.
The partnership is designed to bridge the opportunity gap, proving that talent, even in the most challenging circumstances, can thrive with access to the right tools and support.
“Jonathan’s journey is the perfect starting point for this partnership. He embodies the resilience and innovation present within refugee communities,” says Jean Guo, Founder of Konexio.
“This is not just about providing technical skills; it is about opening a pathway to dignity, self-reliance, and a future in the digital economy. It is a powerful statement of what is possible when we invest in people, not just projects.”
Jonathan, a co-founder of the youth-led initiative Technikam, says this opportunity means everything to him.
“Joining HyperionDev’s Software Engineering Bootcamp will allow me to build on my coding skills and pursue the tech career of which I have always dreamed. It is the perfect launchpad for my passion for tech and a way to build a better future for myself and my community.”
The urgency of this mission is underscored by recent data from international organisations.
According to the UN High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR), while three-quarters of refugees have a legally recognised right to have access to work, far fewer can find formal employment in practice. This often leads to reliance on the informal economy, making them vulnerable to exploitation and underpayment. However, digital skills training is emerging as a critical solution.
Reports from the UNHCR and others highlight how digital work, which can be performed remotely, offers a viable pathway to self-reliance, circumventing barriers like work permits and restrictions on movement.
“We believe that talent is universally distributed, but opportunity is not,” said Riaz Moola, CEO and Founder of HyperionDev.
“Our partnership with Konexio is a practical, personalised approach to breaking down the systemic barriers that limit access to digital careers. With an 88% job placement rate within six months of graduation, we have seen firsthand how quality tech training and real guidance can change a person’s trajectory. We are incredibly proud to help Jonathan begin this journey.”
This collaboration stands as an example for the education, tech, and development sectors. It highlights the importance of targeted, outcomes-driven initiatives that empower individuals and communities.
By focusing on high-demand skills like software engineering, HyperionDev and Konexio are not just providing a certificate; they are creating a tangible, long-term pathway to economic empowerment and a sustainable future.
