Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our training courses, registration process, and services.

What is Tech For Development and who is it for
Tech For Development, also known as T4D, is a Nairobi based training and consultancy firm that equips professionals across government, NGOs, development teams and businesses with practical skills in areas such as data analytics, GIS, digital marketing, finance and AI. The organisation has trained over 1,200 professionals and is active in 12 countries, with an ISO certified delivery process and an average course rating of 4.8 out of 5.
What types of courses does T4D offer
T4D offers courses across nine learning pathways including Data Analytics and AI, Growth and Revenue Excellence, Project, Program and Impact Management, Financial Strategy and Governance, Geospatial and Engineering Technologies, Digital Technology and Innovation, Creative Media and Digital Design, Digital Learning and Instructional Design, and AI and Intelligent Systems. You can browse the full catalogue on the All Courses page or check upcoming sessions on the Training Calendar.
How do I register for a T4D course
You can register by opening the course page of your choice and clicking on Course Details and Registration, which will walk you through the sign up process. If you are not sure which course fits your goals, you can browse by category first or reach out to the team through the Talk To Us page for guidance before enrolling.
What happens after I submit my course registration
Once your registration is submitted, the T4D team reviews your details and gets in touch with confirmation of your seat, along with information on schedules, materials and any preparation needed ahead of the training. If a course requires payment before confirmation, you will also receive instructions on how to complete it.
Are there any free courses I can try before enrolling in a paid program
Yes. T4D offers a selection of free courses that let you explore the teaching style and course structure before committing to a paid program. You can sign up for these through the Free Courses link available on the website's main navigation.
What payment methods does T4D accept for course fees
T4D accepts several payment methods for course fees, and the exact options available to you will be shared once your registration is confirmed. For specific payment queries or to discuss the best method for your situation, you can contact the team directly through the phone number or email listed on the Contact Us page.
Can I pay for my course in installments
Payment arrangements can vary depending on the course and the organisation enrolling, so it is best to raise this directly with the T4D team when you register. Reach out through the Talk To Us page or call the office to discuss whether an installment plan is possible for your chosen course.
What is T4D's policy if I need to cancel or reschedule after paying
Cancellation and rescheduling terms depend on the specific course and how close to the start date the request is made. To avoid any confusion, it is best to confirm the applicable policy with the T4D team at the time of registration or before making payment.
Will I receive a certificate after completing a T4D course
Yes, participants who successfully complete a T4D course receive a certificate of completion. This certificate can be used to demonstrate your newly acquired skills to employers or within your organisation.
Are T4D certificates recognized by employers and institutions
T4D runs accredited programs as part of its training delivery, and its certificates are designed to hold value for professionals working with government bodies, NGOs and private sector organisations across the regions it serves. If your organisation has specific accreditation requirements, it is worth confirming these with the T4D team before you enroll.
Does T4D provide accommodation for participants attending in person training
For in person sessions, T4D can guide participants on accommodation options near the training venue, and in some cases assistance is arranged as part of the training package. It is recommended to raise your accommodation needs early when registering so the team can advise accordingly.
Where are T4D's training sessions usually held
T4D delivers training both online and in person, with physical sessions typically hosted at venues in Nairobi and other locations depending on the course and the audience. The head office is located on Tala Road in Runda, Nairobi, and specific venue details are shared once your registration is confirmed.
Do international delegates need a visa to attend T4D training in Kenya
International delegates traveling to Kenya for in person training may require a visa depending on their country of origin. T4D is active in 12 countries and regularly hosts delegates from across the region, so the team is well placed to advise on entry requirements ahead of your trip.
Can T4D help with visa support letters or invitation documents
T4D can assist delegates with the documentation often needed for visa applications, such as invitation or confirmation letters tied to your training registration. Once you have registered for a course, contact the team through the Talk To Us page to request the documents you need.
How can I get in touch with T4D for more information
You can reach T4D by phone at (+254) 790 824 179, through the contact form on the Talk To Us page, or by visiting the office on Tala Road in Runda, Nairobi. The team is also active on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and X for updates on courses and opportunities.

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What Our Clients Say

Read real feedback from professionals and organizational leaders who have trained with us.

SA

“ We selected T4D over several other consultancies because of how thoroughly they understood the intersection of technology and development work. That expertise showed clearly in every recommendation they made throughout our engagement together. ”

Susan Achieng

JK

“ T4D supported our organization through a difficult digital transformation process and their patience with our internal teams made the transition far less disruptive than we anticipated. The systems they built are still central to our operations today. ”

Josephine Kerubo

NA

“ T4D's consultants were embedded closely enough with our team to understand our real pain points, and the solution they eventually delivered addressed problems we had struggled with for years without a clear technical answer. ”

Nancy Auma

FC

“ Their support during our system rollout extended well beyond the contract, with the team checking in periodically to make sure everything was still functioning as intended for our field offices across the region. ”

Faith Chepkoech

JN

“ Their consulting team delivered real transformation for our organization, not just a set of recommendations that sat in a report. Every phase of the engagement came with practical implementation support that our internal team could sustain afterward. ”

Josephat Njuguna

LA

“ We brought T4D in to help automate several manual processes that were consuming a huge amount of staff time. Their team mapped out our workflows carefully before proposing solutions, and the results have freed up significant capacity across departments. ”

Lucy Adhiambo

SK

“ T4D built us a custom data platform that finally gave our leadership visibility into what was happening across our project sites. The dashboards they designed turned months of scattered spreadsheets into something we could actually act on. ”

Samuel Kimani

AN

“ The consulting engagement with T4D gave our government agency the technical capacity we had been lacking internally. Their team trained our staff alongside the implementation so we were never left dependent on external support for routine maintenance. ”

Alice Nyambura

AW

“ Working with T4D on our monitoring and evaluation system was one of the better technology decisions our organization has made in recent years. They delivered a solution that our field staff could actually use without extensive retraining. ”

Agnes Wairimu

AW

“ We engaged T4D to help us move away from paper based data collection, and the transition was smoother than we expected. Their consultants took the time to understand our workflows before recommending any technology, which made all the difference. ”

Ann Wakio

WA

“ T4D's team brought both strong technical skill and genuine understanding of the development sector, which is a combination that is surprisingly hard to find. Their recommendations always accounted for the realities of working in resource constrained environments. ”

Winnie Atieno

CM

“ T4D's approach to our data challenges was refreshingly practical compared to previous consultants we had worked with. Rather than proposing an ideal but unrealistic system, they built something that matched our actual budget and staffing constraints. ”

Collins Mutiso

DO

“ The team at T4D delivered a project that genuinely improved how our organization operates day to day, not just how it looks on paper. Six months after implementation, the efficiency gains are still holding steady across departments. ”

Dennis Owino

MK

“ We worked with T4D to strengthen our internal data governance practices, and the improvement in data quality across our programs has been substantial. Staff who once resisted digital tools are now comfortable using the systems daily. ”

Michael Kiprotich

FO

“ Our partnership with T4D on system development was handled with a level of professionalism that made a genuinely complex project feel manageable. They stayed responsive throughout and adjusted the scope as our needs evolved during implementation. ”

Felix Odhiambo

DS

“ Their expertise in geospatial systems helped our organization map project impact in ways we had never been able to visualize before. The insights from that work have directly informed how we plan future interventions in the region. ”

David Sifuna

AM

“ We reached out to T4D for help designing a mobile data collection system for our field teams and the entire process, from initial scoping to final deployment, was handled with clear communication and reliable timelines throughout. ”

Anthony Muriuki

CA

“ Our team continues to rely on the systems T4D developed for us, and their ongoing support has been consistent even well after the initial project closed. That long term reliability mattered a great deal to our leadership. ”

Christine Awino

HA

“ TechForDevelopment helped us digitize our reporting systems and the improvement in our operational efficiency was noticeable within the first quarter of working together. Their team understood our constraints as a field based organization from day one. ”

Hassan Ali

MC

“ T4D took the time to understand the specific compliance requirements our sector operates under before building our system, which saved us from costly rework later. That attention to context is not something we had experienced with other vendors. ”

Martin Cheruiyot