As we look back on August, we’re reminded of the incredible strides we’ve made at era92 Group in our mission to create jobs for underserved youth in the slums. Each of our ventures — era92 Elevate, era92 Finance, and era92 Creative — has been hard at work, driving change and creating opportunities where they’re needed most. But first, a quick reintroduction to who we are: era92 Group is a transformative holding company that changes the stories of the underserved youth because we see them differently. We don’t just see the youth in slums as beneficiaries of aid — we see them...

1st Elevate Student Becomes era92 Creative COO! Being born in a slum isn’t the worst thing that can happen to anyone, but the lack of access to opportunities and a childhood shaped by slums can be the worst thing to happen. Imagine a young teenage girl, with dreams and potential but uncertain of her future. Fast forward to today, that teenage girl is now the Chief Operations Officer at our era92 Creative! We are beyond proud to share this incredible story.  Maeghan is a shining example of the power of opportunity. She embodies the idea that brilliance exists everywhere,...

The First Elevate Booth Placed in Katanga. The oft used proverb; a journey of one thousand miles begins with one step reads a lot different for a social entrepreneur: the journey of one step comprises thousands of miles! Three years ago we dreamt of a journey in which we would empower young people who many would refer to as the underserved; youth in slums, refugee camps and impoverished communities. At era92 we refer to them as the brilliant without opportunity. We dreamt of equipping them with various IT skills to enable them grow in spite of their circumstances, earn an income and be...

At era92 elevate We’re on a mission. Unlock opportunity for the underrepresented by increasing access to technology skill development and job creation. We believe Opportunity starts with education and as we reflect on the years that we have run the Elevate Program we have been strengthening these five pillars of Applying Faith, Improving Opportunity, Increasing employability, transforming education and investing in education. This year’s graduation was unique and a blessing because the fruits show that our young people are well equipped. This Event was Named God’s harvest by our founder...