THAPELO RAMOSHABA
Founder
Pretoria,GP
Summary
Founder of Darkstartech Africa, a growing technology company focused on delivering innovative IT solutions across Africa. Passionate about software development, IT support, and cybersecurity, with a strong drive to empower businesses and communities through technology. Committed to learning, growing, and building impactful digital solutions that contribute to Africa’s technological advancement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Darkstartech Africa
Pretoria
07.2025 - Current
- Developing software applications using Java and Python for business needs.
- Developing responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for diverse clients.
- Providing technical support for hardware and software issues across multiple departments.
- Analyzing network security incidents to identify vulnerabilities and threats.
- Using Innovation to solve African communities problem
- Driving digital transformation for small businesses, enhancing online presence and operations.
National Deputy Chairperson
YIPAR SOUTH AFRICA
03.2024 - Current
- Appointed as a National Deputy Chairperson for Youth In Power Africa Rise(YIPAR) South Africa as to lead a youth organisation as a network of young people in Africa, advocating for public health issues that affect the youth. Currently existing in South Africa, Kenya, Zambia and Nigeria, we are advocating for tobacco control policies, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, as well as Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).
Troop Scouter
Scouts South Africa
06.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Scouting changes lives and helps children and young adults to reach their full potential. Leadership abilities, teamwork, self-motivation, commitment, perseverance, environmental and cultural awareness and strong values are just a few of the life skills our members acquire whilst having fun and 'learning by doing'.
Skills Development
Bright Eagles Lives
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: Bright Eagles Lives is committed to transforming the lives of young individuals by equipping them with the skills and discipline necessary for personal and professional success. Our mission is to identify and nurture each youth's unique potential, guiding them through a tailored journey of growth that aligns with their passions and purposes.
IT Administrator
Rising Stars Generation
06.2021 - 06.2024
Cybercafe Operator
Rocketman IT Solutions
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Worked with making ID copies, dafted CV's, installing and updating Operational Systems on PC's for the clients and offered maintenance for PC hardwares
Education
Grade 10 -
Pretoria Central High School
Pretoria, South Africa12.2017
Some College (No Degree) - End User Computing
Geton Skills Development
Pretoria, South AfricaJunior Certified Ethical Hacker - Cyber Security
EC-Council
American Corner, Pretoria08-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Harvard University
Cambridge,Massachusetts 02-2024
Skills
- Team management
- Kali Linux
- Website Development
- Programming
- Traveling
- Software development
- Network security
- Technical support
- Web development
- Digital transformation
- Youth development
- Innovation driving
- Outdoor Activities
- Outdoor living
- Adventure
Hobbies and Interests
- Youth Empowerment
- Community Service
- Environmental Awareness
References
- Mr Smanga, Owner, 076 124 6855, Rocketman IT Solutions
- Prince Motlou, Founder and Chairman, 082 934 1833, The Rising Stars Generation
- Dr Angus Hay, Gauteng Regional Commissioner, 083 286 0900, Scouts South Africa
Timeline
Founder
Darkstartech Africa
07.2025 - Current
Skills Development
Bright Eagles Lives
08.2024 - 02.2025
National Deputy Chairperson
YIPAR SOUTH AFRICA
03.2024 - Current
Troop Scouter
Scouts South Africa
06.2022 - Current
IT Administrator
Rising Stars Generation
06.2021 - 06.2024
Cybercafe Operator
Rocketman IT Solutions
01.2021 - 04.2021
Grade 10 -
Pretoria Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - End User Computing
Geton Skills Development
Junior Certified Ethical Hacker - Cyber Security
EC-Council
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Harvard University
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