Staphod Alinjuna Cylas
“3 Months of University Were Halted. My Fire Wasn't.”
I am a self-taught software developer from Ikuza Island, Kagera, Tanzania. When financial constraints forced me to pause my studies in 2022, I redirected my energy into learning — building 4 production software applications entirely on my smartphone. Now, I have been admitted to Arusha Technical College (ATC) for Computer Science.
Without owning a laptop computer, I wrote code, configured build scripts, and deployed live applications on a mobile phone. Sponsors can pay my tuition directly to Arusha Technical College's bank account using an official ATC Control Number.
Staphod Alinjuna Cylas
ATC BSc Computer Science '26
Self-taught Software Developer & Tech Entrepreneur
FloatFlow, Pesa Manager, Dream TV, ASOMG
Incl. TZS 2,500/day meals (~$1,230 Total)
Software Projects & Live Proof
Every project below is a functional production web application designed, coded, and deployed independently on a mobile phone. They demonstrate practical problem-solving in financial ledgers, mobile money tools, video media streaming, and modern platforms.
Mobile money kiosks in Tanzania process dozens of M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Tigo Pesa/Mixx, and Halopesa transactions daily using manual paper logbooks. Float errors and slow reconciliations drain profits.
- Multi-provider transaction logging (M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Tigo Pesa, Halopesa)
- Real-time float & cash balance reconciliation ledger
- Daily profit and commission estimator
- Offline-first Progressive Web App (PWA) built directly on a mobile phone
- Clean mobile UI optimized for quick entry on low-cost smartphones
Individuals and community savings groups (Chamas/VICOBA) struggle to maintain transparent records of contributions, loans, and monthly expense allocations without complex spreadsheets.
- Personal income and expense category tracking
- Group savings & chama contribution ledgers
- Borrower debt tracking & repayment history
- Visual cashflow summaries and monthly balance reports
- Exportable financial summary reports
High data costs and unoptimized web players prevent many East African users from enjoying smooth online media streaming.
- Adaptive video player optimized for low-bandwidth mobile networks
- Categorized live channel feeds and video guide
- Responsive dark interface optimized for OLED smartphone screens
- Fast-loading streaming web interface
Demonstrates modern software design, fast web delivery, and digital tutorials tailored for tech enthusiasts and developers.
- Modern headless architecture content delivery
- Responsive reading layout with high-contrast text
- Article categorization and quick search
- Fast loading performance optimized for 3G/4G mobile networks
Supporting Staphod's Computer Science Degree
Targeting the Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at Arusha Technical College (ATC). Every contribution — whether full tuition, 1 semester installment, or academic supplies — helps unlock a productive future.
Covers official ATC institutional tuition (TZS 1.53M), NACTE/TCU validation, lab access, hostel accommodation, mandatory NHIF health insurance, plus basic daily meals and living costs (average TZS 2,500 per day).
- Direct College Payments: Pay directly to Arusha Technical College using official Control Numbers issued by ATC Accounts Department.
- Living Support Options: Option to support daily meals & living allowance (TZS 2,500/day) via direct mobile transfer or PayPal.
- Installment Flexibility: Semester installment payments (e.g. 1st installment TZS 699,000) allow partial pledge options.
- Semester Progress Reports: Transcripts, GPA updates, and project repositories shared directly with sponsors.
Can You Sponsor 1 Installment or Meals?
ATC permits flexible semester installment payments. Sponsoring 1 installment or assisting with the TZS 2,500/day living allowance directly enables academic progress.
Payable directly via ATC College Control Number
Payable directly via ATC College Control Number
Payable directly via ATC College Control Number
Payable directly via ATC College Control Number
Core Academic & Living Expense Breakdown
ATC Tuition & Academic Fees
Official ATC institutional tuition (1.53M TZS), examination fees, lab access, registration, sports, and TCU/NACTE fees.
On-Campus Hostel Accommodation
Official annual ATC campus hostel housing fee paid directly via college control number.
NHIF Mandatory Health Insurance
Required National Health Insurance Fund student coverage for university registration.
Meals & Daily Living Expenses
Avg TZS 2,500 / DayEssential daily food and living expenses calculated at an average rate of TZS 2,500 per day over 365 days.
Direct Support & Contribution Options
Choose your preferred channel for support. If you wish to pay directly to the college, please note our current admission selection status below.
We are currently waiting for official ATC admission selection results to be published for the upcoming academic intake. Official college bank payment Control Numbers for direct institutional tuition payments will be issued as soon as selection lists are released.
💡 For Donators & Sponsors: If you wish to pay directly to Arusha Technical College, please wait for the selection release, or contribute right now using WhyDonate (Global Crowdfunding), PayPal, or Palmpesa (Tanzanians only) below.
WhyDonate Campaign
Global Crowdfunding Platform
Official fundraising page supporting global credit & debit cards, iDEAL, SEPA, Sofort, Bancontact, and direct bank transfers.
PayPal Global Support
Cards, Debit & PayPal
Secure global donation link for sponsors outside Tanzania supporting via credit cards, debit cards, or PayPal accounts.
Palmpesa (Tanzania)
Tanzanian Mobile Money
Direct mobile contribution channel for Tanzanian supporters using M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Tigo Pesa / Mixx, or Halopesa.
Staphod stays offline frequently because he can't access internet all the time from his remote island location. However, you can leave any message on Telegram at t.me/Asomginv which he reads and replies to immediately upon returning online.
Background, Resilience & Journey
My journey into software engineering has been driven by curiosity, persistence, and self-learning despite environmental and financial hurdles.
“After my initial university studies at Ruaha Catholic University (RUCU) were interrupted by financial challenges in 2022 after three months, I refused to stop. Operating directly from my smartphone, I taught myself modern full-stack web development, mastering React, Next.js, and TypeScript to build 4 live production software applications for local Tanzanian needs.”
Arusha Technical College (ATC)
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (NTA Level 7-1)
Admitted for full-time degree program in Computer Science at ATC in Arusha. Program covers advanced software architecture, database engineering, algorithms, networks, and practical engineering labs.
Self-Taught Independent Software Engineering
Full-Stack Mobile & Web Software Engineering (Built on Smartphone)
Mastered React, Next.js, TypeScript, PWA architecture, and Tailwind CSS directly using a smartphone. Designed and deployed 4 live production applications including FloatFlow and Pesa Manager.
Ruaha Catholic University (RUCU)
BSc in Software Engineering (First Year)
Completed initial 3 months of university coursework before tuition financial constraints forced a temporary discontinuation.
Advanced Secondary Education (ACSEE)
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education
Completed Advanced Secondary Level studies focused on Mathematics, Physics, and Sciences.
Skills, Tools & Focus Areas
Acquired through independent practice, hands-on project execution, and self-directed software development workflows.
Frontend & Web Engineering
Mobile Development
Backend, Tools & Deployment
Problem-Solving & Product Design
Get in Touch & Connect
Interested in sponsoring my studies at ATC, discussing software collaboration, or reviewing technical project demonstrations? Reach out directly via any channel below.
Email Addresses
Primary & Alternative Inboxes
Telegram Contact Channel
Direct Messaging: t.me/Asomginv
Note to Donators & Supporters:I currently stay offline a lot because I can't access the internet all the time from my remote island location. However, you can contact us and leave a message on Telegram at t.me/Asomginv that I will see and respond to immediately upon returning online.
Profiles & Support Channels
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