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🇿🇼Zimbabwe Program · In Development

From Diamond Mines
to Diamond Minds

Diamond Minds to Diamond Mines -- Zimbabwe

Evanston Technology Partners is developing a landmark technology training program in Zimbabwe, led by Country Director Einstein Makuyana from the Eastgate Building in Harare. The initiative will train and certify thousands of Zimbabweans in Cybersecurity, Cloud Technologies, Generative AI, and Data Analytics -- positioning Zimbabwe as a rising technology outsourcing hub in Southern Africa.

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Program Overview

Zimbabwe's Technology Transformation

Zimbabwe has a young, ambitious population and a growing technology ecosystem. The DM2DM program will harness this potential by providing world-class training in four high-demand technology disciplines, creating a pipeline of certified professionals ready to serve both domestic and international markets.

Operating from the Eastgate Building in Harare's Redbridge district, the Zimbabwe program will leverage ETP's proven curriculum and certification framework to deliver measurable economic impact -- creating high-skilled jobs, generating export revenue, and positioning Zimbabwe as a technology outsourcing destination for the Persian Gulf, EU, UK, and North American markets.

Cybersecurity

Ethical hacking, incident response, and compliance frameworks for Zimbabwe's financial and telecoms sectors.

Cloud Technologies

AWS, Azure, and GCP certifications with DevOps and infrastructure-as-code specialization.

Generative AI

LLMs, AI agents, and responsible AI development for enterprise and government clients.

Data Analytics

SQL, business intelligence, and data visualization for mining, agriculture, and finance sectors.

Roadmap

Implementation Timeline

Phase 1In Progress

2025 -- Q1 2026

Foundation & Setup

  • MOU signing with Government of Zimbabwe
  • Establish Harare training facility at Eastgate Building
  • Recruit and certify local instructor cohort
  • Launch online application portal
Phase 2Upcoming

Q2 2026 -- Q4 2026

First Cohort Launch

  • Enroll Cohort 1: 500 trainees across 4 tracks
  • Begin 9-month intensive training program
  • Establish employer partnership network
  • Launch job placement support services
Phase 3Planned

2027 -- 2028

Scale & Expand

  • Scale to 3,000+ trainees per cohort
  • Expand to Bulawayo and secondary cities
  • Launch outsourcing hub for international clients
  • Target 10,000 total graduates by end of Year 3
Career Outcomes

Career Progression Path

Our graduates follow accelerated career paths with cross-domain expertise, earning salaries that far exceed Zimbabwe's national median.

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Junior Professional

USD 800-1,400/mo

Months 1-12

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Mid-Level Specialist

USD 1,400-2,200/mo

Years 2-3

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Senior Expert

USD 2,200-3,500/mo

Years 4-6

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Leadership Role

USD 3,500+/mo

Years 7+

Salary projections based on regional technology market data. Remote work for international clients may yield higher compensation.

Economic Impact

Economic & Social Impact

The Diamond Minds initiative will contribute to Zimbabwe's economic diversification, creating sustainable technology-driven prosperity.

$800M+ Revenue Generation

7-year projected revenue from technology outsourcing services delivered by DM2DM graduates.

10,000 High-Skilled Jobs

Direct employment in the technology sector with salaries significantly above the national median.

GDP Growth Acceleration

Projected 1.5-2% additional GDP growth contribution from technology sector development.

Regional Technology Hub

Positioning Zimbabwe as a competitive technology outsourcing destination in Southern Africa.

Partnerships

Partner With the Zimbabwe Program

We are actively seeking government ministries, corporate sponsors, and technology employers to partner with the Zimbabwe DM2DM program. Your partnership will directly fund training, provide employment pathways, and shape the curriculum to meet real market demand.

Government Partners

Ministries of ICT, Education, and Finance to co-fund and endorse the program.

Corporate Sponsors

Technology companies and outsourcing firms seeking a pipeline of certified talent.

Employer Partners

Organizations committing to hire DM2DM graduates upon program completion.

Contact the Zimbabwe Team

Office Address

4th Floor, Eastgate Building
Redbridge, Harare, Zimbabwe

Country Director

[email protected]

Country Director

Einstein Makuyana

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Register Interest -- Zimbabwe Program

The Zimbabwe program is in development. Register your interest now and be among the first to be notified when applications open for Cohort 1.

By submitting, you agree to be contacted by the ETP team regarding the DM2DM program.

Meet the Zimbabwe Team

Country Director and certified instructors building Zimbabwe's DM2DM program

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Einstein Makuyana

Country Director -- Zimbabwe

Program Director
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Harare-based technology leader with deep roots in Zimbabwe's ICT sector. Einstein oversees program strategy, government relations, and industry partnerships for the Zimbabwe DM2DM initiative, bringing a decade of experience in digital transformation across Southern Africa.

Certifications
PMPITIL FoundationAWS Cloud PractitionerCompTIA Project+
12+ years of industry experience
TM

Tendai Moyo

Cybersecurity Lead Instructor

Cybersecurity
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Former security consultant for Zimbabwe's banking sector with hands-on experience in penetration testing, SIEM deployment, and national cyber policy. Brings real-world incident response case studies into the classroom.

Certifications
CISSPCEHCompTIA Security+ISO 27001 Lead Implementer
9+ years of industry experience
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Rudo Chikwanda

Cloud & DevOps Instructor

Cloud Technologies
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

AWS-certified architect who has led cloud migrations for Zimbabwean telecoms and financial institutions. Specializes in hybrid cloud design and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.

Certifications
AWS Solutions Architect ProAzure AdministratorKubernetes CKATerraform Associate
8+ years of industry experience
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Farai Mutasa

Data Analytics Instructor

Data Analytics
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Data scientist with experience building analytics pipelines for Zimbabwe's agriculture and mining sectors. Expert in Python, Power BI, and SQL, with a focus on practical, business-driven data storytelling.

Certifications
Google Data AnalyticsMicrosoft Power BIIBM Data ScienceSAS Certified
7+ years of industry experience

* Trainer profiles are representative of the program faculty. Final instructor roster will be confirmed at program launch.