TESI is an educational nonprofit dedicated to empowering young people in Uganda through education, technology, and leadership development. It focuses on career guidance, digital skills & mentorship.
We believe that a great education changes everything, from the life of a young person, to the health and vibrancy of a community. A great education opens up worlds of opportunities, strengthens economies, and promotes civic engagement. It changes everything. TESI provides interventions to students, schools, communities, companies in order to build education and skills for a sustainable, digital future.
Our work revolves around the three core pillars: Education, ICT and Leadership Development
Schools reached
TESI Scholars Clubs established
Students supported with Career Guidance
Trained in Coding & Digital Skills
Broadening Access to Career Guidance
TESI supports learners and young people to make informed education and career choices through guidance, career mapping, and exposure to diverse opportunities.
Explore Career GuidanceOur Thematic Areas
Educational Career Guidance
We are specialists in career guidance and we organize the TESI Higher Education and Career Guidance Fair every year.
STEM, Digital Skills & Coding
We advocate for STEM education, and provide world class digital skills training for children, youth and working class.
Leadership, Advocacy & Public Policy
We mentor young people, and fiercely advocate for educational policies that support and improve public education.
TESI in national media
Explore our articles published in national media, amplifying TESI’s voice on career guidance, equitable education,
skills development, and public policy in Uganda. Access all articles in Daily Monitor and New Vison
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What Our Students & Partners Say
TESI guided me through every step of the university application process, helped my parents understand the process, and provided me with valuable career guidance & support.
Former Student, Kyambogo University
I was able to learn the different pathways to the degree, including the Higher Education Access Certificate (HEAC). I am grateful for all the support extended to me during my vacation.
Kabale University
I had given up on education, but Emmanuel encouraged me to apply. I was admitted to Lira University, and he helped me apply for loan scheme. Luckily, I was awarded the study loan. Thank you very much.
Student, Lira University (Bachelor of Computer Education)
The TESI career programme has helped me identify suitable careers. It has helped me on career choices. It has helped me develop career goals. It has helped me overcome career obstacles. And helped me identify the benefits of my career.
Makerere University
Through the help and guidance from TESI, I applied for Higher Education Access Certificate (HEAC) and was admitted to Muni University. Thanks to TESI, I look forward to getting more information from TESI.
Muni University
I attended the Higher Education and Career Guidance Fair, and learnt so much from it. I was able to apply to two universities, and also for a scholarship. TESI is helping so many young people, and I have referred many of my friends.
Lira Town College
Without the help of TESI, I would not have got the student loan scheme in 2023. TESI is doing a lot to support young people to get education opportunities.
Lira University
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We wish all freshers starting their undergrad studies all the best. Remember, thrive where you are planted! pic.twitter.com/g4geEdI07f
— Triskelion Education and Skills Initiative (TESI) (@triskelionedu2) August 17, 2025
Yesterday, I was previleged to give @WordPressLira t-shirt to U.S Ambassador to 🇺🇬, H.E. William W. Popp. Thank you @USEmbassyUganda for reaching out to @USAlumniUganda & @useanorthUG. @WordPressLira is on Saturday, August 30, at @Towncollege. Get your ticket early – 0788654486 pic.twitter.com/JFyKHnANbt
— Emmanuel Angoda (@angodaemmanuel) August 26, 2025
Big congratulations to all students, especially #TESI scholars admitted to various universities! Your dedication and hard work has opened new doors.
— Triskelion Education and Skills Initiative (TESI) (@triskelionedu2) July 16, 2025
Wishing you an amazing journey ahead full of growth, learning, and new opportunities! #NewBeginnings #UniversityBound pic.twitter.com/STh4eakJOu