In a notable trend, the tech wave in Nigeria is witnessing a surge in the number of coders, with a remarkable 45% increase.
Data from GitHub, a leading developer platform, reveals that the count of software developers in the country rose to 872,162 in 2023, reflecting significant growth.
GitHub clarified that their developer accounts count excludes users flagged as ‘spammy’ or identified as bots, maintaining the reliability of the reported figures.
While GitHub’s total developer count globally exceeds 100 million, it is estimated that about 90% of developers actively engage with the platform.
Substantial growth in the number of developers in Nigeria was observed from the third quarter of 2022 to the third quarter of 2023.
During this period, the developer count increased from 598,921 to 872,162. Nigeria has the highest number of developers on the continent, surpassing other key African economies like Egypt and South Africa.
As of the end of Q3, 2023, Egypt had 792,790 developers on GitHub, and South Africa had 540,586.
While GitHub’s data provides insights into the thriving developer community, it’s important to note that not all developers on the platform are necessarily employed.
The surge in the coder population on GitHub surpasses previous estimates, challenging perceptions and underscoring the dynamic growth of Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.
GitHub is a pivotal platform for developers to collaborate, showcase their skills, and contribute to diverse projects.
”The increasing momentum in the software development space aligns with the broader tech trends in Nigeria, with startups investing in talent development programs.
”The country’s tech landscape continues to evolve, offering new opportunities and contributing to the expansion of the digital economy,” a report from GitHub read.
