WeThinkCode_, a leading tuition-free software development academy, proudly celebrates the graduation of its 2025 class, a cohort that signals both the close of one chapter and the dawn of a bold new era for tech talent development in South Africa.
This year, 361 students graduated across four campuses: 189 in Johannesburg, 67 in Cape Town, 73 in Durban, and 32 from CJC Parktown. The average pass rate stood at an impressive 79.52%, underscoring WeThinkCode_’s continued academic excellence, commitment to inclusivity, and future-forward learning approach.
The 2025 graduates were the first to complete newly introduced, industry-aligned electives in Cloud Computing (Koedr and AWS), Data Engineering (Spatial Edge), and Blockchain (Africa Blockchain Club), all funded through the Jobs Fund initiative. These cutting-edge learning tracks reflect WeThinkCode_’s mission to keep its curriculum aligned with the evolving demands of the digital economy.
“We were thrilled to see the impact of these new learning tracks already taking shape. Our graduates left not only with technical fluency but also with first-hand exposure to cutting-edge tools and real-world innovation,” said Kelebogile Motlhamme, Operations Director at WeThinkCode_.
The Class of 2025 also included a cohort from Central Johannesburg TVET College — the second graduating group from the TVET pilot programme. This collaborative initiative, supported by Absa, the IDC, and the Gauteng City Region Academy, continues to create meaningful career pathways for students from diverse educational backgrounds.
“The IDC is proud to support WeThinkCode in equipping unemployed youth with digital skills, advancing inclusive growth and job creation. By strengthening institutions like Central Johannesburg College, we’re helping bridge the digital divide and grow South Africa’s digital economy,” said Tshepo Ramodibe, IDC’s Head of Corporate Affairs.
MTN stood out as the largest employer of this graduating group, having taken on 40 students for internships, a strong signal of confidence in the quality and readiness of WeThinkCode_ talent. Graduates remain available for placement, offering hiring partners a skilled and work-ready talent pool.
Crucially, this class marked the final group to graduate with a National Qualification Framework (NQF) Level 5, as the programme transitions to an elevated NQF Level 6 from 2026 onwards, a significant step forward in academic rigour and industry relevance.
Since its inception in 2016, WeThinkCode_ has graduated over 1,800 students, consistently contributing to digital transformation and socioeconomic mobility across South Africa’s tech ecosystem.
To find out how you can connect with Africa’s next wave of top tech talent, contact WeThinkCode_ at [email protected].
