Building Africa's Skilled

We equip technical creatives with the soft skills, integrity, and excellence they need to stand out, grow, and succeed in today’s evolving workforce.

Natalina Abeno

Hi, I’m Natalina Abeno, the founder of Karaqana Ventures. I started my journey in the Automotive space 18 years ago and quickly learned that mentorship was key to my growth. I had incredible people guide me, and I’ve always wanted to pay that forward. Our program was born from that experience. We’re more than just a mentorship service; we’re a community dedicated to the skilled trades. Our goal is to connect passionate young people with seasoned professionals in the skill trade space i.e automotive, electrical, and power generation fields. We provide the platform for mentors to share their wisdom and for mentees to gain the hands-on insights, networking opportunities, and career confidence they need to succeed. We believe that a strong trade community begins with strong relationships, and we’re building them one mentorship at a time.

About Us

Bridging Skills, Mentorship, and Growth

To bridge the gap between technical skills and soft skills mastery, empowering skilled individuals to stand out and succeed in the evolving professional landscape. We envision a future where all technical creatives possess the necessary technical expertise and sustainable soft skills, creating a workforce that excels in innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Participants reached

Women supported

Events

Career Catalyst

Join Our Next 12-Week Cohort

Technical skills get you the job; soft skills get you the career. Join our 12-week intensive mentorship program designed to bridge the gap between your expertise and your professional impact. Tell us about your goals and secure your spot in our next cohort.We envision a future where all technical creatives possess the necessary technical expertise and sustainable soft skills, creating a workforce that excels in innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Our Programs

Comprehensive programs designed to enhance both technical expertise and essential soft skills for professional success.

Karaqana Academy

Training, certification, micro-learning, technical skills, leadership, safety and business skills

Karaqana Connect

Employers, recruitment, talent market place, internships, mentorship and networking.

Karaqana Labs

Innovation, prototype development, 3D printing, emerging technology, digital fabriction, research and startup incubation.

Karaqana Ventures

Support for artisans and skilled entrepreneurs, business development, financing readiness, market access and business coaching.

Karaqana Impact

Community outreach, women in trades, schools, scholarships, competitions and youth programmes.

Learn

Develop skills and professional capabilities.

Connect

Connect skilled talent with employers, mentors and opportunities.

Innovate

Support innovation, research and practical problem-solving.

Grow

Support entrepreneurship, employment and long-term professional development.

Empower Your Future

Build a Successful Career in the Skilled Trades

Strive for excellence

Our Core Values

The principles that guide our mission to empower technical creatives worldwide.

Empowerment

Providing technical creatives with necessary tools and resources to excel in their fields.

Diversity & Inclusion

Creating inclusive environments where all individuals thrive, regardless of background.

Collaboration

Actively seeking partnerships and alliances that benefit clients and the industry.