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Sustainable
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Since 2018, we have invested in transformative programs across skills training, microfinance, and creative employment that provide lasting benefits to African youth and their communities.

Breaking Barriers to youth Unemployment in the Slums across Africa


era92 Group is a transformative holding company based in Uganda and registered as a social enterprise. We’re dedicated to sustainable community development across Africa by equipping young people with the skills, capital, and opportunities they need to succeed. Since 2018, era92 Group has actively contributed to reducing youth unemployment and advancing economic development throughout underserved communities.

Today, era92 operates several social initiatives, with programs spanning 5 communities. Our Elevate training programs empower thousands of youth each year with skills in design, tech, and business, bridging the gap between untapped talent and opportunity. Through era92 Fund, we offer microloans and financial support to young entrepreneurs, sparking the growth of local businesses and sustainable income streams. Our Creative arm connects talented young Africans to global clients, building pathways to careers in the tech and creative sectors.

To date, era92 Group has provided essential skills training to over 5,000 youth and created 2,500+ jobs, leading to an 85% employment rate among program graduates. Every project we launch is monitored and assessed for long-term success, ensuring that each youth we train and fund remains connected to support, mentorship, and new opportunities.

Impact tracking is at the heart of what we do. We measure the breadth, depth, and sustainability of our impact to ensure lasting change. The breadth of our work reflects how many young people and communities we reach, while depth showcases the transformative change within individuals’ lives. Sustainability ensures our efforts continue to benefit future generations. Our rigorous metrics help us monitor and enhance the success of our programs, keeping us accountable and effective.

PROVEN IMPACT · SINCE 2018

The model is working

Proven outcomes from our Train–Employ–Finance model across underserved communities in Uganda

8,300 +

Youth equipped with digital skills
Since 2018, across our training hubs in Kosovo, Katanga, Jinja, Namayemba, and Gulu.

5,100+

Jobs created
Through era92 Creative, partner placements, and graduate-launched ventures.

$2M

Loans disbursed to youth entrepreneurs
UMRA-licensed microfinance via era92 Fund. Patient capital

$14M+

Earned Income by Graduates
Wages earned through dignified work across the era92 ecosystem.

6

Communities served
Kosovo, Katanga, Jinja, Namayemba, and Gulu. With Hub expansion underway in northern Uganda.

7

Enterprises operating
Across Portfolios A, B, and C — from Elevate and Creative to Café, Safari, and youth-led ventures.

Over $3.2 million
wages earned

Over $3.2 million
wages earned

Hope & Impact Stories

We are inspired by the hope and transformation we have seen in the lives of young people emerging from the toughest slums. Their stories deserve to be told. Watch Bashir’s story: