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Build Real Products.
Gain Real Experience. with Real team
Root Builders is a hands-on program and summit where talents solve real problems by building sustainable products with real teams.
Why Root Builders?
Root Builders turns talent into builders, and builders into problem-solvers the ecosystem can trust.
Root Builders Summit
Convergence of builders, founders, operators, and partners focused on shaping Africa’s next generation of problem-solvers through technology, execution, and collaboration.
Root Builders connects talent to real opportunities
Join a builder community and venture pipeline, gaining access to mentors, teams, startups, and future opportunities beyond the program or summit.
Real African & Business Problems
Projects are centered on practical challenges across Africa and global markets, from startups and SMEs to public systems. Nothing fake.
Hands-On, Not Theoretical
You don’t just learn concepts, you build real products, work on real problems, and gain experience that actually counts in the real world.
Who Can Apply?
Root Builders is open to diverse talents across Africa
All Experience Levels
Beginners, intermediate, and advanced builders are welcome
Career Switchers
Transitioning into tech with practical experience.
Students & NYSC
Build while studying or during service year.
Working Professionals
Upskilling while maintaining your current role
Age
18–35 years
Exceptional students (16–17) with strong skills and maturity (with consent where required
Location
Africa-Focused
Root Builders focuses on Africa-centric problems, with Nigeria as a key starting point.
Commitment
Ready to dedicate 20+ hours per week for 3–6 months, building real products with real teams and delivering real results.
Application Process
Choose Your Track
Root Builders admits talents across 10 different tech skills to build products and gain real-world experience.
Product
Management
AI
Engineering
Frontend
Development
Cyber
security
Backend
Development
Data Analysis
/visualization
UI/UX
Design
Quality
Assurance
DevOps
/Cloud Computing
Hardware
/Robotics Engineer
What will participants work on?
Work on meaningful projects that solve actual problems
FSX Challenges
Structured Practice Projects
Solve real problems through guided challenges designed to build your portfolio and sharpen your skills with practical and hands-on experience.
Curated real-world challenges
Portfolio-ready projects
Skill progression tracking
Your Ideas
Participant-Led Projects
Pitch your own product ideas and get mentorship to bring them to life. Build something meaningful that solves problems you care about.
Bring your vision to life
Expert mentorship support
Team collaboration
You’ve Got Questions?
We’ve got you covered on any of your doubts
Is Root Builders bootcamp free?
Who can apply?
How do i apply for Root Builder?
What projects will participants work on?
What is the main benefit of joining Root Builders?
Can I continue working on my project with FSX after the program?
Ready to Build Real Solutions?
Join Root Builders and become part of Africa's next generation of problem-solvers.
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Root Builders is an initiative of Fransunisoft, a venture studio building the next generation of African tech talent and products. Through FSX Academy and our portfolio of ventures, we're creating opportunities for builders across Africa.
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