On November 8, 2025, Digital Studios and SmartSana Academy successfully hosted the WordPress Bootcamp 2025 at SmartSana, Yaounde. The event brought together web developers, designers, content creators, and digital innovators under one roof to explore the power of WordPress and its growing role in Africa’s digital economy. With an engaging mix of learning, collaboration, and inspiration, the four-hour bootcamp became a hub for networking and idea exchange among young tech enthusiasts..

The event kicked off with an inspiring keynote session titled “The Power of WordPress: Connecting Creators, Developers, and Innovators,” which highlighted how WordPress continues to empower individuals and businesses globally. Participants also enjoyed a live workshop led by the Digital Studios technical team, demonstrating how to build a modern website using Elementor and JetEngine. The hands-on session allowed attendees to experience real-time website creation and discover new possibilities within WordPress.

One of the day’s highlights was the Project Showcase, where selected developers and entrepreneurs presented their WordPress projects, shared their challenges, and discussed their impact. This was followed by a panel discussion on “The Future of WordPress in Africa’s Digital Economy,” featuring diverse voices from the tech community. The panel explored opportunities in freelancing, AI integration, and how open-source collaboration can shape Africa’s digital landscape.

The event concluded with an energetic networking session, where participants connected, exchanged ideas, and discussed potential partnerships. As the day wrapped up with smiles and a group photo, the atmosphere was filled with optimism and community spirit. The success of the WordPress Bootcamp 2025 reaffirmed the importance of collaboration in building Africa’s next generation of digital creators — and marked another milestone for SmartSana in fostering innovation and tech education.