ABOUT US

Empowering Africa's
Software Testing Community

TestarsQuarter is the most active software testing community in Africa, with over 3000 professionals passionately focused on empowering both aspiring and practicing software testing professionals. We are a vibrant and inclusive ecosystem built to promote excellence, continuous learning, collaboration, and career growth in the field of Quality Assurance (QA).

Whether you're just starting out or advancing in your testing career, TestarsQuarter is your home for professional development, real-time support, and meaningful opportunities.

Our mission

To empower and elevate Product Quality Engineers (PQEs) across Africa and globally by providing education, mentorship, industry collaboration, and career opportunities in software quality engineering.

Our vision

To be the #1 Hub for Product Quality Engineers (PQEs) in Africa, fostering a vibrant community where PQEs learn, collaborate, and drive software excellence while advancing the culture of quality assurance across the African tech ecosystem.

Our Objectives and Goals

TestarsQuarter: Scaling Africa’s Product Quality Revolution. We are building Africa’s largest community of Product Quality Engineers (PQEs); empowering them with skills, mentorship, and global opportunities.

10+ Local Chapters Across Africa

Globally-Aligned PQE Training & Certification

Job Board & Freelance Marketplace for PQEs

University & Bootcamp Partnerships

Research, Advocacy & Thought Leadership

Continental PQE Summits & Mentorship Network

Rebranding Testers as Strategic Product Quality Engineers

Digital Tools: PQE Dashboard, Merch, and More

The Testar DNA

I Am a Testar. This Is My DNA. I'm not just a tester — I'm a Product Quality Engineer. I represent a new generation of African tech professionals who believe quality isn't optional but foundational.

Excellence is my standard:I ensure that every product I touch is built with care, tested precisely, and trusted by users. I advocate for software that performs, scales, and secures—because good isn't good enough.
I learn relentlessly:From automation to AI and continuous testing, I stay ahead by investing in my growth. Every new tool, trend, or technology? I'm already exploring it.
I grow with my tribe:TestarsQuarter is my home. It's more than a community—my circle of mentors, collaborators, and friends across Africa. We lift each other, share insights, and succeed together.
I build for the world:Although I am based in Africa, my skills are globally competitive. I meet international standards, speak the language of quality, and contribute confidently to products used worldwide.
I stand for inclusion:I believe in opportunities for everyone, regardless of where they're from, how they identify, or how they started. Tech belongs to all of us, and I make space for others.
I lead with impact:I don't wait to be handed a seat at the table—I earn it. I influence decisions, advocate for better practices, and position quality as a strategic driver in product teams.

I am a Testar. I build with quality. I lead with purpose. I rise with Africa.