Join the mentor community

Become a Techafon STEM Mentor

Help young South Africans build robots, write their first lines of code and discover what they're capable of. Mentor a learner near you — in person, online, or both.

Why mentor with Techafon?

Make a real impact

Spark a love of STEM in learners who often have no one to ask.

Verified mentor badge

Get recognised as a 'Verified Techafon Mentor' on your profile.

Flexible & local

Mentor in your city, online or both. You choose your hours.

Free training

Access mentor playbooks, lesson guides and workshops.

Join a community

Connect with other teachers, students and engineers.

Safeguarded

Clear code of conduct and child-safety guidelines.

Who we're looking for

Volunteer mentors

Hobbyists, makers and engineers giving back a few hours a month.

School teachers

Educators using Techafon kits in maths, science or tech classes.

Advanced students

High-school or university students who've built it before.

Paid pros

Experienced engineers running deeper, regular paid sessions.

How onboarding works

1

Apply

Fill in the short form below — about 3 minutes.

2

Verify

We check your details and references for learner safety.

3

Onboard

Quick intro call + access to the mentor playbook.

4

Start mentoring

We match you with learners near you.

Apply to become a mentor

Takes about 3 minutes. We'll review and reach out.

We'll review your application and contact you within a few days.

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