About Us

Ongoza is a verb in Swahili that means to lead. We are an after school leadership and learning center created to nurture the next generation of leaders, creators, innovators and entrepreneurs in a holistic environment. Our programs are designed to transform the educational space, to broaden perspectives, unlock potential, nurture creativity and curiosity, to build confidence and resilience.
We are passionate about young people and the African continent. We hope to shape the next generation of leaders.

OUR SKILLS

At Ongoza, we believe that everyone has the ability to become a leader and influence the world around them for the better. This is why we believe that it is imperative to nurture leadership skills in the next generation, not only to prepare them for the rapidly changing workforce but also to give them the tools that they will need in order to soar in the face of challenges that they will face now and in the future.
Our 8 leadership skills are the tools that every growing leader needs in their tool box.

CRITICAL THINKING

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

LEADERSHIP

INNOVATION

DIGITAL FLUENCY

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

TEAMWORK

OUR STORY

With a decade of experience in the education sector in Shanghai, nearly half of that as a trauma counselor in DRC and Tanzania - Diana “Dee” Kapela, founded Ongoza with the purpose of creating a safe and fun space for the next generation to tap into their potential and grow into conscientious leaders. Moreover, Ongoza is bridging the gaps between parents, schools, private and public institutions in the hopes of creating a healthy community that will surround and buttress our future leaders.
We have partnered and continue to seek out partnership with schools, psychologists, government institutions, private sectors and similar entities that will advocate for the next generation and put in place policies that will set them up for success. Our programs will be led by industry experts, psychologists and teachers.
We believe it takes a village to raise a child, that is why we are choosing to invest in shaping the next generation.

Our team

Diana Dee Kapela

Founder

Andy Badibanga

Program manager and developper

Blessing Nzemo

Instructor and Robotic Engineer