About Program
Cultivating Future UX Design Talent
The MiCanvas Experience Design Learner Program is an initiative designed to equip aspiring designers, design enthusiasts, and young professionals with fundamental skills and expert guidance in UX/UI design, Product Design, as well as Research and Strategic Design.
Learning Hours
180
Applications
800+
Past Learners Success
50+
Learner Portfolio Projects
200+
Beyond design skill empowerment
We’re committed to not only helping learners build a foundational skillset that’s needed when designing, but also building a skillset that goes beyond design that shapes how the one should conduct and carry themselves
Content Creation
Get expert feedback and guidance from senior designers, researchers, and writers to strengthen your skills and grow along your learning path.
Human-Centered Coaching & Community
Join weekly live sessions, receive mentor feedback, and grow within peer guilds, designed to boost completion rates and support real career growth.
Critical Thinking
Learn to go beyond the obvious, ask better questions, assess perspectives, and make thoughtful, informed decisions.
Collaboration
Join forces with designers and pros to create awesome design work, together!
Communication & Corporate Conduct
Engage in workshops that boost your professional conduct and sharpen your communication skills to confidently represent yourself in any workplace.
Strategic & Business Acumen
Receive guidance from expert senior designers, researchers, and writers who look to guide your growth through providing feedback and advice as well as looking for areas of improvement aligned with your development path.
Collaboration
Join forces with designers and pros to create awesome design work, together!
Human-Centered Coaching & Community
Join weekly live sessions, receive mentor feedback, and grow within peer guilds, designed to boost completion rates and support real career growth.
Critical Thinking
Learn to go beyond the obvious, ask better questions, assess perspectives, and make thoughtful, informed decisions.
Collaboration
Join forces with designers and pros to create awesome design work, together!
Communication & Corporate Conduct
Engage in workshops that boost your professional conduct and sharpen your communication skills to confidently represent yourself in any workplace.
Strategic & Business Acumen
Receive guidance from expert senior designers, researchers, and writers who look to guide your growth through providing feedback and advice as well as looking for areas of improvement aligned with your development path.
“We’re creating a culture where people don’t just exist or follow, but influence and develop themselves, a place where every member of a team works tirelessly to contribute to a workplace culture that is needed and
deserved.”
Dr. Jeremia Moloi
Executive Head of Experience Design at UluntuXD
Program Benefits
We offer more than just an opportunity to gain practical UX skills
Certificate of Completion
Learners receive an official certificate confirming they have successfully completed the MiCanvas Program
Letters of Service
At program completion, learners are also issued a letter of service recognizing their contributions to the program and UluntuXD.
Design Talent
Exceptional Learners Who Came From The Program
Frank Tivane
UI Designer
Gugu Ngwenya
UI/UX Designer
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Khotso Litlhakanyane
Product Designer
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Pertunia Sibuyi
Product Designer
Cohort 1 Design Talent
Loreh M
UX/UI Designer
Boipelo Kekana
Product Designer
Nqobile Nkosi
UX Designer
Konke Fipaza
Experience Design Learner
Kgosi Maebela
UX/UI Designer
Tintswalo Mabuza
Product Designer
Cohort 2 Mentors
Exceptional Mentors from the current program cohort
Dimakatso Mudau
Education & Development Strategist (Gender Stream)
Senam Kofi
Product Designer
Ayanda Ndaba
User Experience Researcher
Bongani Nombamba
Digital Lead
Rhyme Sehlapelo
UX/UI Design Expert
Mahlatse Tlhako
Senior Product Designer
Liz Chuene
UX/UI Designer
Siyabonga Xaba
UX Designer
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Lulamile Mkhungela
UX/UI/CX Designer
Cohort 2 Mentors
Exceptional Mentors from the current program cohort
Dimakatso Mudau
Education & Development Strategist (Gender Stream)
Senam Kofi
Product Designer
Ayanda Ndaba
User Experience Researcher
Bongani Nombamba
Digital Lead
Rhyme Sehlapelo
UX/UI Design Expert
Mahlatse Tlhako
Senior Product Designer
Liz Chuene
UX/UI Designer
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Lulamile Mkhungela
UX/UI/CX Designer
Siyabonga Xaba
User Experience Designer
We Contribute towards
the UX talent development
of tomorrow
Support the next generation of changemakers by sponsoring a learner or donating to our learning program. Your contribution directly helps a learner on their growth journey, opening doors to real-world experience, mentorship, and career opportunities in the field of experience design.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, this is a learning opportunity, not a job or internship. It is designed for individuals who are eager to build practical skills in UX, UI, and strategic design.
Anyone who:
Is passionate about human-centered design
Wants to pursue a career in UX, UI, Research, or Strategic Design
Is committed to learning and contributing in a collaborative environment
Has access to a laptop and a stable internet connectionThe once-off fee of R2,980 includes:
Onboarding
All learning materials
Access to coaches, mentors, and design professionals
Group sessions, feedback, and design critiques
Practical, real-world design projects
The registration fee is R740 and is deductible from the R2,980 total.Yes, we allow payment arrangements upon request. Please contact the program team to discuss your situation
Yes, learners who complete the full program and submit all project work will receive a Certificate of Completion and a record of their performance from UluntuXD.
The program is fully online, with optional in-person events and gatherings in Johannesburg (as scheduled).The program is fully online, with optional in-person events and gatherings in Johannesburg (as scheduled).
Absolutely. You’ll have access to:
A dedicated program lead
Peer learning groups
Mentors and coaches
Regular Q&A sessions and office hoursThe program runs for 06 months, with structured weekly learning sessions, hands-on design work, and monthly milestone reviews.
No prior design experience is required. We welcome beginners, career switchers, and aspiring designers who are willing to learn
Yes, you’ll primarily use Figma (free), Google Workspace tools (Docs, Slides), and Miro (free plan). We'll guide you through setup.
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Thebe Ya Batho
Designing an emergency response app intended to provide immediate access to emergency services, community updates, and security for people situated in remote and crime-ridden locales
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Hive & Co
Conceptualizing an e-commerce app intended for the market of sustainable clothing
Program Sponsors
Moroetsana
Serame
Building Community Upon Experience Design Foundation
UluntuXD is growing a bold community of design talent, driven by African perspectives and united to innovate, collaborate, and lead the future of design.
