Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Program 2026 | Win a MacBook or a Fully Funded Tech Scholarship
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Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Program 2026 | Win a MacBook or a Fully Funded Tech Scholarship
Looking to accelerate your tech career? Applications are now open for the Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Program 2026, a flagship initiative designed to support talented young tech enthusiasts in Nigeria and Ghana with premium learning opportunities, career support, and cutting-edge devices.
This year’s edition is the biggest yet, offering 25 MacBook Pro (M5) laptops to outstanding tech talents and introducing a fully funded scholarship track in partnership with AltSchool Africa. Successful scholarship recipients will receive a fully funded diploma scholarship and ₦250,000 cash support each to aid their learning journey.
Whether you’re already building projects or just starting your career in technology, Upskill 4.0 provides an opportunity to showcase your potential and gain the tools needed to grow.
About Cardtonic
Cardtonic is one of Africa’s leading digital platforms, offering services including virtual dollar cards, eSIMs, gift card trading, bill payments, and gadget shopping.
Through the Upskill initiative, the company invests in young African tech talents by providing resources that help them build successful careers.
Program Tracks
Applicants can choose between two pathways:
1. MacBook Track
Designed for individuals with an existing portfolio or proven experience in their chosen field. Successful applicants will compete for one of 25 MacBook Pro (M5) laptops.
Available categories include:
- Content Creation
- Product Design (UI/UX, Graphics & Motion Design)
- Software Engineering
- Data Science & AI Engineering
- Product Management
- Cybersecurity
2. Scholarship Track
Created for beginners who want to build a career in technology.
Selected participants will receive:
- Fully funded AltSchool Africa Diploma Scholarship
- ₦250,000 cash support
- Structured training and mentorship
Available learning paths include:
- Software Engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
- Product Management
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be under 30 years old.
- Be a Nigerian or Ghanaian.
- Have a strong passion for technology or content creation.
- Possess a portfolio, body of work, or demonstrated interest relevant to their chosen field (required for the MacBook Track).
Benefits
- Win one of 25 MacBook Pro (M5) laptops.
- Fully funded AltSchool Africa diploma scholarship.
- ₦250,000 cash support for scholarship recipients.
- Access to quality tech education.
- Opportunity to build practical, job-ready skills.
- Exposure to a growing community of African tech talents.
- Career development and networking opportunities.
Timeline
- Applications Open: 28 July 2026
- Application Deadline: 28 August 2026
- Application Review: 31 August – 3 September 2026
- Screening Update: 5 September 2026
- Assessment Stage: Begins 12 September 2026
Available Skill Areas
MacBook Track
- Content Creation
- Product Design
- Software Engineering
- Data Science & AI Engineering
- Product Management
- Cybersecurity
Scholarship Track
- Software Engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
- Product Management
If you’re passionate about building a career in tech and need the right support to take your skills to the next level, the Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Program offers an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and compete for valuable rewards.
Application Deadline: 28 August 2026