About Kaggwa Karenge

Social entrepreneur bridging the digital divide in rural Kenya

Kaggwa Karenge

At 17, I'm a social entrepreneur from rural Kenya, turning a rite of passage into a mission. I've launched a youth-led project called Tech4Village, where we collect and distribute recycled laptops and smartphones to underprivileged schools and rural centers. Our goal is to bridge the digital divide by giving young people access to tools to advance in this technologically advanced world.

As School Captain in 2023, I led my peers with vision, and as VP of Student Government in 2022 and Chess Club Leader in 2021, I honed my leadership skills. Now, preparing for Harvard, Virginia Tech, or similar institutions, I'm driven to expand Tech4Village's impact.

I'm reaching out to kindly ask if you would consider donating a used, working device, supporting our mission financially, or helping us spread the word. Every single donation—big or small—will help youth who are eager to learn but locked out by a lack of access. If you'd like to help or learn more, I'd be grateful to tell you more. Thank you for considering.

Kaggwa Speaking at Event
Award Ceremony 2024
Kaggwa with Team
2024–Present
🌱 Founded Tech4Village
Founded Tech4Village with the first 50 devices donated, directly impacting 247 students across 12 rural villages in Kenya. Established partnerships with 5 local schools and set up 3 solar-powered internet hotspots.
2023
🎓 School Captain
Led over 200 students in various school initiatives including academic excellence programs, community service projects, and student welfare improvements. Organized the first-ever inter-school technology fair.
2022
🏛️ VP Student Government
Oversaw student council projects affecting 150+ peers, including infrastructure improvements, academic support programs, and extracurricular activities. Implemented a peer tutoring system that improved overall school performance by 15%.
2021
♟️ Chess Club Leader
Organized more than 10 chess tournaments, winning 3 regional awards and mentoring 25+ junior players. Established the school's first chess club and represented the region in national competitions.