Collaborations and Partnerships

Collaborations & Partnerships

Building Africa's Future Together

We’re more than an institute.

We’re a meeting point—a growing hub where educators, policymakers, tech partners, funders, and grassroots organizations come together to solve shared challenges and build the future of learning in Africa.

At the Tirisano Institute, we believe the best solutions are born in collaboration. Our work is powered by strong relationships—connections between people, institutions, communities, and visionaries who share our belief that education can transform lives.

How We Work With Others

We approach partnerships as opportunities to co-create and listen deeply. Every collaboration is rooted in mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to action. Here’s how we typically work with our partners:

Policy and Public Sector Collaboration

We engage with national and regional departments to help shape programs that align with South Africa’s—and the continent’s—long-term education goals.

Strengthening Institutions

We work alongside universities, TVETs, and schools to co-develop curriculum, roll out digital infrastructure, and grow capacity.

Technology Partnerships

We collaborate with software providers, edtech platforms, and AI developers to build accessible and practical learning tools.

Community-Rooted Work

We partner with NGOs, youth networks, educators, and community hubs to make sure our models reflect local realities and strengthen what’s already working on the ground.

Tirisano Institute Forges Strategic Partnership with Youth Development Collaboration Lab (YD Co-Lab)

Tirisano Institute is proud to announce its official membership with the Youth Development Collaboration Lab (YD Co-Lab), a dynamic collective dedicated to advancing youth development and empowerment across South Africa. This partnership aligns perfectly with our core mission to provide accessible, high-quality education and skills development, particularly through our Youth Skills Development pillar.

By joining this extensive network of passionate ecosystem actors, we gain invaluable opportunities for collaboration, resource sharing, and knowledge exchange. This relationship will amplify our impact, allowing us to connect with potential partners, share best practices, and collectively tackle pressing youth challenges such as unemployment and skills gaps. We are excited to contribute to and learn from this powerful community, united in building a brighter future for South Africa’s youth.

Learn more about YD Co-Lab: www.ydcolab.org.za

While some of our most exciting collaborations are still in motion or under confidentiality agreements, we’re proud to be part of national and international conversations about what it takes to make digital learning work in diverse African contexts.

From advising on digital infrastructure projects, to co-developing mobile-first curricula, to shaping youth employability strategies—our partnerships reflect a shared belief that systemic change starts with connected action.

Not every partnership makes headlines. Some of the most impactful work happens behind the scenes: a co-authored curriculum, a shared data dashboard, a pilot quietly transforming lives in a rural classroom.

We value discretion, mutual trust, and long-term thinking. Our team brings together a mix of policy insight, tech experience, and grassroots connection—so whether you’re a global funder or a local NGO, you’ll find a thoughtful and committed collaborator in us.

Why Collaborate With Tirisano?

We’re Aligned

Our work supports national and international frameworks like the SDGs and Agenda 2063—but we keep people at the center of every solution.

We See the Whole System

We bring a systems thinking lens to every challenge—connecting dots across education, digital access, economic mobility, and youth employment.

We’re Grounded and Visionary

We’ve run pilots, built platforms, worked with partners—and we’re still dreaming bigger. We know how to turn strategy into action.

Ways We Can Work Together

Skills for the Future

Join us in developing youth employability programs, digital literacy pathways, and entrepreneurship journeys.

Reimagine the Learning Experience

Co-develop low-data platforms, AI career tools, or modular learning spaces with us.

Share Knowledge

Contribute to research, insights, and system maps that help shape a more connected education ecosystem.