Success Stories
Behind every milestone is a student, a builder, or a breakthrough. Explore the stories, outcomes, and recent moments shaping A2SV's impact.
Yisehak Bogale
Full-time Software Engineer
Google - London, UK
Yisehak joined A2SV as a curious student with no idea what a tech career abroad could look like. Through the program, he mastered algorithms, aced interviews, and landed at Palantir in London. He later brought his experience back to A2SV as a mentor before moving on to Google. His journey from Addis Ababa to the global stage captures exactly what A2SV was built to make possible.
Ruth Mesfin
Full-time Software Engineer
Bloomberg - London, UK
Ruth stood out at A2SV for her discipline and focus. After months of rigorous training in data structures, algorithms, and real-world projects, she earned an offer from Bloomberg. Her story is proof that with the right environment and support, exceptional talent can break through any barrier.
Ibsa Abraham
Full-time Software Engineer
Google - Munich, Germany
Ibsa was the first to bring A2SV to AASTU. Starting as a G3 student, he rose to Head of Education and project lead for Eskalate, shaping the curriculum for hundreds of students. His dedication earned him a Google internship in Warsaw, Poland, and later a full-time role in Munich. Ibsa embodies the A2SV spirit: learn, lead, and lift others up.
Fikernew Birhanu
Software Engineer Intern
Bloomberg - London, UK
Fikernew is a software engineering student from AAIT who went from passionate coder to Head of Education Intern at A2SV. His deep interest in AGI and using technology for social impact fuels everything he does. He secured an internship at Bloomberg in London, proving that A2SV builds both technical excellence and leadership.
Ephraim Mensah
Full-time Software Engineer Intern
Goldman Sachs - London, UK
Ephraim is from A2SV Ghana, making him one of the first international cohort success stories. His time at A2SV transformed not just his coding skills but his communication and interview confidence, including accent reduction classes. He landed an internship at Goldman Sachs in the UK, showing that the A2SV model works across borders.
Henon Solomon
Full-time Software Engineer Intern
Google - Warsaw, Poland
Henon is one of A2SV's standout Women in Tech success stories. She joined the program determined to prove herself, and the rigorous training in algorithms and system design gave her the edge she needed. Henon earned a Google internship in Warsaw, Poland, becoming a role model for women in the program and showing that A2SV is building a diverse generation of world-class engineers.
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RwandaA2SV Hackathon 2024
Building Africa's next wave of AI-powered products.
2024 highlights and outcomes.
A2SV Hackathon 2024 brought together one of the continent's strongest talent communities, attracted 4,900+ registrations from students across 1,000+ universities and high schools in 48 African countries.
Generated 690+ project ideas, leading to 32 projects in the semi-finals.
Culminated in a Grand Finale featuring 8 finalist teams representing 7 African countries.
Finalist teams presented practical AI-driven solutions to a public audience, judges, and ecosystem partners.
See the energy, ambition, and execution behind the 2024 hackathon and why it has become one of A2SV's most visible public impact moments.