Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
Program Type: Training / Capacity Building
Location: Online (Open to young Africans)
About the Program
Applications are now open for the 2026 Andela-CNCF Kubernetes African Developer Training Program, a large-scale initiative designed to equip African developers with in-demand cloud-native skills.
The program is organized by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and Linux Foundation Education, in partnership with Andela, with the goal of training 20,000–30,000 African technologists in cloud-native technologies.
As global demand for Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure expertise continues to rise, this program helps participants gain practical knowledge to compete for remote and international tech roles.
Program Details
This is a 7-week intensive training program combining:
- Self-paced learning
- Mentor-led technical sessions
- Peer-to-peer collaboration
- Hands-on labs and assessments
Participants will complete the Kubernetes and Cloud Native Essentials course hosted on the Linux Foundation learning platform.
You will learn to:
- Understand Kubernetes architecture
- Deploy and manage containerized applications
- Solve container orchestration challenges
- Monitor applications in distributed environments
- Work with modern cloud-native development workflows
Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Solid understanding of Linux commands
- Basic networking knowledge
- Basic cloud computing concepts
- Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerization technologies
- Experience using package managers
- Knowledge of Git and GitHub
Why You Should Apply
- Learn Kubernetes from globally recognized organizations (CNCF & Linux Foundation)
- Gain job-relevant cloud-native skills
- Improve chances of securing remote and international roles
- Join a growing community of African cloud engineers
- Structured mentorship and guided learning
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
- Program Start: 2026 (Exact date to be communicated)
How to Apply
Visit the official program page to submit your application:
👉 Andela-CNCF Kubernetes African Developer Training Program Official Website
