The race to build Africa’s future tech workforce just took a big step forward as Moniepoint Inc has announced the opening of applications for the second cohort of its DreamDevs programme, inviting recent graduates from across Nigeria to apply for this high-impact engineering development initiative. The move is part of the company’s strategy to cultivate local talent and strengthen Nigeria’s role in the global technology arena.
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A National Search for Future Tech Leaders
Moniepoint, recognised as one of Africa’s leading digital financial services platforms, unveiled the call for entries as part of its continuing effort to bridge the continent’s growing technology skills gap. This year’s edition of DreamDevs invites graduates from computer science, engineering and related fields who already possess basic programming knowledge in HTML, CSS and JavaScript to participate.
From a large pool of hopeful applicants, only 20 candidates will be carefully selected to join an intensive nine-week bootcamp designed to sharpen their software engineering skills. The bootcamp will offer practical, hands-on training led by experienced Moniepoint engineers who work at the forefront of product development. Throughout the programme, the trainees will work on real-world problems and build capabilities that prepare them for careers in a fast-moving tech landscape.
This year’s application process is open until January 20, and ambitious graduates are encouraged to submit their details through the official portal at dreamdevs.moniepoint.com as soon as possible.
Career Pathways Beyond the Bootcamp
DreamDevs is not simply a training exercise. It’s positioned as a pipeline into the tech industry at a time when demand for skilled engineers in Africa continues to rise. The strongest performers in the programme will be offered six-month internship placements with Moniepoint, laying the groundwork for potential full-time employment. The goal this year is to transition up to half of the cohort into permanent roles within the company, offering graduates a clear career pathway from education into meaningful work.
The success of the inaugural cohort last year helps reinforce the initiative’s credibility. Of the first set of participants, four were absorbed by the company at the conclusion of their bootcamp and internships, with three taking on internship positions and one securing a full-time engineering role. This early success underlines the real opportunities the programme offers to talented young Nigerians.
Beyond the immediate opportunities at Moniepoint, the training itself equips candidates with practical tech skills and workplace experience that enhance their competitiveness in the job market. Alumni of the initial cohort have spoken about how the programme deepened their understanding of key technologies and helped them build professional habits that have been crucial in their careers.
How the Programme Fits Into Nigeria’s Tech Ecosystem
DreamDevs forms part of Moniepoint’s broader commitment to nurturing tech talent and contributing to Nigeria’s digital economy. The company already runs several other initiatives aimed at expanding access to tech training and empowering underrepresented groups in the industry. These include HatchDev, a collaboration with NITHub and the University of Lagos that annually trains hundreds of specialist developers, and Women in Tech, now in its fifth year and focused on increasing female participation in technology fields.
These efforts also align with national objectives. Nigeria’s federal government has launched the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme to grow the country’s technical workforce as part of broader plans to diversify the economy and create jobs. Moniepoint plays a key role in this initiative as a major sponsor, using its own specialised programmes like DreamDevs to support graduates through every step of their development, from initial training to employment.
Felix Ike, Moniepoint’s co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, has emphasised the company’s belief in Africa’s young tech talent, saying that with the right training and mentorship, aspiring engineers from Nigeria and beyond can compete on the global stage. The DreamDevs initiative reflects this confidence and represents a practical contribution to building a sustainable tech workforce across the continent.
What Prospective Applicants Should Know
For Nigerian graduates eager to kickstart a career in technology, DreamDevs represents a rare blend of training, exposure and job opportunities all rolled into one programme. Eligible applicants need to have completed their degree recently and demonstrated a solid foundation in basic web technologies. Those who make it into the bootcamp will benefit from close mentorship by engineers who build products used by millions of users across Africa.
Selection criteria go beyond just academic achievement. The programme also looks at technical aptitude, the ability to learn quickly and alignment with Moniepoint’s values of innovation and excellence. Successful candidates will be those who not only understand coding fundamentals but also show potential to grow and contribute to a dynamic team.
And while the deadline for submissions is just days away, the opportunity remains open right now for graduates who are ready to take a bold step into the heart of Nigeria’s digital economy. With positions limited and demand high, early application is recommended.
As the tech landscape in Africa continues to evolve, programmes like DreamDevs are increasingly crucial in preparing the next generation of innovators, problem solvers and leaders. Moniepoint’s renewed commitment to talent development could inspire other organisations to invest similarly, accelerating the pace at which Nigeria and the broader continent become hubs of technological excellence.
Moniepoint’s announcement signals a growing recognition that building a skilled tech workforce is essential not just for individual careers but for national economic growth. For many Nigerian graduates, the DreamDevs second cohort represents a chance to turn ambition into action and help shape the future of technology on the continent.
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