What African tech leaders look out for when hiring: Insights from 5 industry experts

You’ve polished your CV, practised your interview answers, researched the company inside out, and maybe even read every “how to land a tech job” article out there. But in today’s job market, that’s often just the beginning.

After years of conducting interviews across the continent, hiring managers have developed a sixth sense for what really matters. 

I spoke to five experts—from startup founders to HR managers—who’ve seen countless candidates walk through their doors, to find out what really goes on on the other side of the interview table.

Last updated: August 28, 2025