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Kakebe Tech Camp 2026, Kitgum: Learn. Build. Innovate.
A 10-day residential tech camp in Kitgum for young people aged 14–30 — AI & software, content creation, entrepreneurship, gaming, robotics and digital marketing, plus free mentorship & internships from October.
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Only239SEATS LEFTof 300 · Kitgum
10 Days14 – 23 December
Ages 14 – 30300 young innovators
One sign-up.
A whole journey.
Kakebe Tech Camp in December is the main event. The journey starts earlier: from October to November the Mentorship Program and the Digital Bridge Internship run online and in person in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum — open to all, and included free when you register for the camp.
- The camp: ten residential days in Kitgum, 14 – 23 Dec 2026
- Before camp: mentorship & internship, online and in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum
- Open to all — camp participants are enrolled automatically
Only want the mentorship or internship? Register free for Mentorship & DBIP — online every Monday, 8:00 – 9:30 PM.
About Kakebe Tech Camp 2026
From 14th – 23rd December 2026, Kakebe Tech Camp brings 300 young people aged 14 to 30 from across Uganda to Kitgum for ten days of living, learning and building together. Each camper follows two of six learning tracks — AI and software development, content creation, entrepreneurship, video gaming, robotics and digital marketing — taught in small groups by people who practise these skills every day. Mornings are hands-on workshops; afternoons turn into studio time where ideas become prototypes, videos, games and business plans.
As the days go on, campers form teams around real problems in their communities, test their solutions through hackathons and expert feedback, and close the camp by presenting their work at Demo Day before judges, partners and guests. Between sessions there is sport, networking and an optional visit to Aruu Falls. Every camper is also enrolled in the free Mentorship Program and Digital Bridge Internship, which run before the camp from October to November — online and in person in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum — so they arrive prepared and leave with skills, a certificate and a network that lasts well beyond December.
Register for the campSix tracks. Ten days. Endless possibilities.
Pick up to two learning tracks. 300 young people from across Uganda learn, build market-ready innovations and present them at Demo Day.
Content Creation & Production
Plan, shoot and edit compelling videos and stories — and grow an audience online.
02Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Turn ideas into ventures: problem solving, business models and pitching.
03Video Gaming & Development
Discover game design and development and the growing world of gaming.
04Robotics & Automation
Assemble, wire and program robots and smart devices with your own hands.
05Digital Marketing & Branding
Grow brands online with social media, storytelling and personal branding.
06Everything you need for 10 unforgettable days
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Training & classes
- Camp materials
- Free camp shirt
- Hackathons
- Expert-led sessions
- Networking
- Certificate of completion
- Free mentorship & internship
Demo DayPresent your innovation to judges, partners and guests.
At a glanceKakebe Tech Camp 2026 in brief
- Dates14 – 23 Dec 2026
- VenueKitgum · Residential
- WhoAges 14 – 30
- Learning tracks6 · choose 2
- Mentorship & internshipOct – Nov · free
- Aruu Falls excursionOptional
Let's make Northern Uganda's tech dreams come true
0Youth & community members
0Tech Camp participants
0Youth mentored
0Interns placed
0Trees planted
Your roadmap from October to December
Before the camp, the Mentorship Program and the Digital Bridge Internship run from October to November — online and in person in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum, open to all — leading up to the Tech Camp in Kitgum from 14th – 23rd December 2026.
Online · Open to all
Weekly mentorship sessions
Every Monday8:00 – 9:30 PM
From 5th October to the end of November 2026, with experienced industry professionals. Open to all, and included free for every Tech Camp participant.
Register to join
Lira
In-person sessions
2 weeks in October and November
Gulu
In-person sessions
October – November · dates to be announced
Kitgum
In-person sessions
Last week of October and November
- 15th October 2026
Mentorship kicks off
Online sessions every Monday, 8:00 – 9:30 PM, plus in-person sessions in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum. Open to all. Register free
- 2October – November 2026
Digital Bridge Internship
Participants work on real projects with companies, businesses and creators — online and in person in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum.
- 3One day · date to be announced
Tree planting activity
All teams come together to plant 1,000+ seedlings and promote environmental awareness.
- 414th – 23rd December 2026
Kakebe Tech Camp · Kitgum
10 days of hands-on training, hackathons, networking and expert sessions — residential.
- 5Camp finale
Demo Day & certificates
Participants present their market-ready innovations and celebrate their achievements.
Meet the core team
A passionate team from Kakebe Technologies making Kakebe Tech Camp 2026 happen.
Sedrick Otolo
Team Lead
Krina Style
Ambassador
Komackech Moses
Head of Communications
OJ
Odida Jackson
Head of Programs
OJ
Oscar Jerome Okello
Operations Lead
GS
Geovia Sharon Ayo (Jojo)
Public Relations
Bodo Desderio
Technical Lead
Why you should be part of the Kakebe Ecosystem
Whether you are a student, a creator or an aspiring entrepreneur, the ecosystem gives you the skills, confidence and network to build what matters for your community.
Learn from experts
Weekly guidance and one-on-one mentorship.
Real work experience
Build a portfolio with real organisations.
Build real products
Create market-ready innovations at camp.
A national network
Meet young innovators from across Uganda.
Certificate
Recognition for completing the camp.
Inclusive by design
Girls, refugees & PWDs strongly encouraged.
14 – 30years old? You're
who we're looking for.
who we're looking for.
Moments from the Kakebe community
A glimpse of the energy, learning and celebration you can expect.
239 of 300 seats leftStrictly 300 participants
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Sponsor an innovator. Change a future.
Across Uganda there are creative, determined young people with big ideas — and no way to pay for a place at camp. Your gift puts one of them in the room: learning, building, connnecting and going home with the skills and confidence to become a change maker in their community in tech, business, creative industry and impact.
UGX 150,000 about $40
sponsors one innovator's full camp package
- Camp fees
Training, accommodation and meals for the whole camp in Kitgum.
- Park experience
The Aruu Falls excursion with fellow campers.
- Sports attire
Camp sportswear for games and team activities.
- Skills and mentorship
Hands-on learning in AI, software, content creation, entrepreneurship, gaming and robotics — then two months of mentorship and internship.
Thank you to our donors
Be the first to sponsor an innovator — your name will appear here.
Questions? We've got answers
Everything you need to know about Kakebe Tech Camp 2026. Can't find your answer? Talk to our support line.
Quick facts
- Dates14th – 23rd December 2026
- VenueKitgum · Residential
- Ages14 – 30
- Duration10 days
- Learning tracks6 · choose 2
- Mentorship & internshipFree · Oct – Nov
Young people aged 14–30 who are passionate about technology, innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. We especially encourage girls, refugees, and persons with disabilities to apply.
The camp package is UGX 120,000 — the camp fee (UGX 100,000) covering training, accommodation and meals, plus the sports jersey every participant receives (UGX 20,000). The camp shirt is free and the Aruu Falls excursion is optional (UGX 20,000). Pay the full package in one payment — right after registering or later from your dashboard — and your camp ticket is emailed as soon as it is paid.
Click "My registration" at the top of the website and enter the email and phone number you registered with, or log in to the participant portal. There you can view your details, complete any payment (Mobile Money or card) and download receipts and your ticket.
Ten days of residential training in Kitgum (accommodation and meals included), camp materials, a free camp shirt, your sports jersey, hackathons, Demo Day, a certificate — plus free enrolment in the Mentorship Program and Digital Bridge Internship (October – November 2026).
Yes. The Mentorship Program and the Digital Bridge Internship run before the camp (October – November 2026), online and in person in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum, and they are open to all. Camp participants are enrolled automatically. If you are not coming to camp, register free at https://kakebetechcamp.com/mentorship — choose up to three internship fields and confirm your email. Sessions are online every Monday, 8:00 – 9:30 PM.
Once your package is fully paid, your camp ticket (with your photo and a QR code) is available in your email and portal. Upload a clear photo when registering or from your portal.
Yes! Use the "Sponsor an innovator" section to cover a participant's package (UGX 150,000 per innovator) or give any amount. You receive a PDF receipt by email.
Talk to the Kakebe team
Reach out for registration support, payments, sponsorships, partnerships or media enquiries.
Komackech Moses Santos
Head of Communications0779 712 990Geovia Ayo (Jojo)
Public Relations0759 526 143Oscar Jerome Okello
Operations Lead+256 707 711 682Kakebe Tech Camp 2026Kitgum District, Northern Uganda · 14th – 23rd December 2026
Only 239 of 300 seats left
Ready to learn, build & innovate this December?
Join young innovators from across Uganda in Kitgum, 14th – 23rd December 2026.
