Forward is Forward
To the Men in Our Community❤️
Hey there,
Can you believe we’re already in the second half of 2025?
Ebuka from X Street once told me, “Before you become the Minister of Enjoyment, you must first serve as the Minister of Works.” And honestly, that’s the story of the first six months: showing up, doing the hard work, and pushing through.
Maybe you ticked all your boxes this year so far. Maybe you're still figuring it out. But whether you're feeling proud, tired, or unsure, here's something to remember:
One thing is certain: progress, no matter how slow it feels, is still forward motion.
So, what does "forward" look like for you in the months ahead? Will you move with a steady rhythm or take it one deliberate step at a time? And if "forwardness" feels like too much right now, that's perfectly okay.
As Confucius, a Chinese teacher, said, “A man is great not because he hasn’t failed; a man is great because failure hasn’t stopped him.”
You're not alone on this journey.
Welcome to the second half. Let’s go again, with grit, grace, and heart.
📆 Upcoming Events
🎙️ X Space: From Startups to Strategy: Chinyere’s Career Journey into VC
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to transition into the world of venture capital, this is your chance to hear it first-hand.
Join us on X space conversations on Friday, 25th July, 2025 by 6:00 PM (WAT) as Chinyere Inya shares her career journey into VC.
The guest speaker: Chinyere is a Partner at Future Africa, a VC firm that serves early-stage founders. She also drives the firm's 10 week, pre-seed/seed accelerator program, Accelerate Africa as the Chief Operating Officer of Accelerate Africa.
Whether you’re just getting started in your career, transitioning into tech or venture capital, or simply curious about how people build impactful careers — this conversation will meet you where you are.
Don’t miss it!
Do you want this event to be added to your calendar? Register here
Invite a friend. Come with your questions.
JOIN OUR UPCOMING SESSIONS 🎙️
📍 Product Management Channel: Market Research, Customer Discovery, and Go-to-Market Strategy - 3:00PM (WAT) on Saturday, 19th July, 2025.
📍 Frontend Development Channel: Building a Responsive Photo Gallery with React & Unsplash API - 6:00PM(WAT) on Friday, 11th July, 2025.
Are you an experienced Technical Writer passionate about sharing your knowledge?
DevCareer is looking for facilitators to lead sessions at our upcoming Technical Writing Bootcamp.
We’d love to have you onboard!
Interested? Apply Here!
Call for One -Time Volunteer Facilitators
Are you passionate about giving back to the community?
We are currently inviting experienced professionals, tech enthusiasts, and educators to facilitate a one-time class or session in any of our technical channels.
Whether you’re a seasoned expert or an emerging voice in your field, your knowledge can make a meaningful impact.
Does this Interest you?
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🤝 Partnership
Learn Data Skills for Free – Powered by DevCareer x DataCamp – Cohort 2
We’re excited to launch the DevCareer x DataCamp Learning Program - a 6-month journey into the world of data for 700+ passionate Africans 🎓🌍
✅ Free access to DataCamp
✅ Monthly learning plans + projects
✅ Accountability community
✅ Career-building experience
Ready to start your journey in tech?
Application closes: 13th July 2025.
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To the Men in Our Community
To all the incredible men in our community, I owe you an apology. June was Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, and in the whirlwind of everything, I missed the opportunity to celebrate you.
This is for:
The one who keeps showing up.
The father whose smile lights up his child’s day.
The steady husband, the loyal friend, the present employer.
The men who hold space, protect, support, and cheer others on.
Na man you be 🌹
Even though June thought it slipped past, I didn’t forget you, the brave warriors on the front line, making room for women to rise, cheering them on, protecting, providing, and simply being there. You are here, left, right, center. Here and now.
You are more than just muscle and might. You are heart, humanity, and your vulnerability matters.
So, this message is for you: Rest. Receive love. Seek support. Not because you are weak, but because you are human too. You deserve the space to breathe, to speak, and to be held.
So even now, in July, keep going.
We see you. We honour you.
You’re not alone.
Victoria ❤️