No theoretical scenarios. Just real, hard challenges. Our fellows tackle live problem statements sourced from Africa’s top organisations and startups, mentored by global CPOs.
DURATION
FORMAT
COMMITMENT
The chance to define what product management is for Africa.
The strategic mindshift
From “what” to “why”: move from managing a list of features to owning business outcomes.
Direct mentor access
Exclusive 1-on-1 access to product leaders, CPOs and founders from companies like Interswitch, Meta and Safaricom.
Immediate ROI
Beyond a certificate: validated research insights, tested assumptions and potential viable solutions.
Infrastructure fluency
Build high-impact solutions for offline environments, fragmented payment systems and informal retail networks.
This is not an introductory course. It’s built for people already doing the work who want to lead it.
“I have the PM title and 2+ years in, but I want to go beyond sprints, Jira and backlogs to solving real customer problems.”
“I want to build products that define markets, not follow them. Western frameworks don’t fit my users’ behaviour or local context.”
“I can build the tech, but I need a validated product strategy that gets real traction and retention.”
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Verified Credentials
A leadership certificate recognised by top tech employers.
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Executive Portfolio
A portfolio of real problem-solving work using the product operating model.
04 · PERFORMANCE METRICS
On average, PLA graduates see a 25% increase in organizational impact scores within six months.
03 · THE PLA NETWORK
Lifetime access to a private community of global product leaders.
100% virtual, so product leaders across Africa and the diaspora can join. Expect 6–9 hours a week, including live workshops, peer study pods and Capstone work.
What is the Product Management Accelerator?
It is an intensive 12-week, cohort-based program designed to transition mid-level PMs into senior leadership roles. We focus on advanced strategy, product-led growth, and navigating the unique challenges of the African tech ecosystem.
Is this program online or in person?
The program is 100% virtual to accommodate leaders from across the continent. We use a blend of live weekend workshops, mid-week peer study groups, and an asynchronous community platform.
What is the time commitment?
Expect to spend 6–9 hours per week. This includes a 2-hour live session on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Fridays and approximately 3–5 hours for hands-on projects and peer networking.
