UDOM graduates turn university project into tech firm
Three software engineering graduates from the University of Dodoma successfully transitioned their university project into a thriving technology firm called iPF Software. The company now employs over 35 professionals and provides AI and digital transformation solutions across Africa.
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This success story highlights the growing potential of the African tech startup ecosystem and the role of local entrepreneurship in economic development.
Dar es Salaam. What started as a university project by three software engineering students had grown into one of Tanzania’s recognised technology companies, developing digital systems, artificial intelligence (AI) solutions and machine learning technologies for organisations across Africa.
The company, iPF Software, was founded by Grayson Julius, Nelson Malekela and Jackson Twalipo, three graduates from the University of Dodoma (UDOM), who began developing software solutions while still students.
Over the years, the company expanded from working on university systems and small software contracts to becoming a technology firm with more than 35 ICT professionals involved in digital transformation projects across different sectors.
iPF Software developed financial technology solutions, enterprise systems and AI-based tools, positioning itself among local companies supporting automation and digital transformation.
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