Africa’s biggest web-based talent marketplace, Aya, has joined the Techstars accelerator program.

Founded by a team of passionate entrepreneurs, Aya is a platform that connects top Web3 African talents with job opportunities at global companies. In just two years, Aya is becoming the place to go for employers who want to hire the best and brightest people in Africa and talented Africans who want to move up in their careers.

As part of the Techstars program, Aya will get help from some of the most successful entrepreneurs and investors in the Web3 space and the tech industry. The company will also have the opportunity to pitch to top venture capitalists and angel investors at the end of the program.

“We are thrilled to welcome Aya to the Techstars family,” said the managing director of Techstars Boston, Kerty Levy. ” Aya Gigs – Web3 talent marketplace to train and support African talent, connecting them with global employers. The team at Aya has built an incredible platform that is having a real impact on African talent, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish with the support of the Techstars network.” 

“We are honoured to join the Techstars program. This feat is owed to the resilience and sacrifice of a dogged founding team who stood with us in the thick of things. I am grateful to work with such a talented team, this Techstars journey wouldn’t be without them, and this is just the beginning for us,” said Eric Annan, founder, and CEO of Aya. “We think Techstars will be an essential partner as we grow our business globally from Africa”

Pishikeni Tukura, Aya’s co-founder and COO, said:  “We believe that our participation in the Techstars accelerator program will help us bring Aya to the next level and achieve our goal of revolutionizing the way that people find jobs.“

About the program

Techstars is a global network of accelerators that helps entrepreneurs succeed. The company has a wide range of programs and resources, such as funding, mentoring, and access to a network of successful entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate partners.

Techstars is excited to work with Aya and support its mission to drive economic development and empowerment in Africa. By bringing together the best and brightest entrepreneurs and providing them with access to world-class mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities, Techstars helps companies like Aya achieve their full potential. Click here to read the full announcement.

About Aya

Aya is Africa’s largest Web3 talent marketplace. It connects top Web3 talents with job opportunities at companies around the world. The platform has helped several African talents take the next step in their careers and has become the go-to destination for employers looking to hire the best and brightest in Africa. Aya is resilient in its mission to unlock 10 million African talents.

The fact that Aya was accepted into Techstars shows that the company has a creative way of dealing with the problems of the African job market and has the potential to make a big difference on the continent. 

“Aya is a web3 talent training and certification platform and marketplace that leverages data-predictive tooling to connect African talent to global employers. We look forward to seeing Aya’s growth and success in the future” – Techstars Team