About Hiruy Technologies
We are a global tech company built in the heart of Africa, driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to delivering world-class digital solutions and training the next generation of tech talent — for clients in Ethiopia, across Africa, and around the world.
Born in Addis Ababa,
Built for the World
Hiruy Technologies was founded by three passionate technologists who shared a single belief — that world-class technology should be built by people who understand both local realities and global standards.
Starting from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, we set out to bridge the gap between global technology standards and local business realities. We build AI-powered software that solves real problems for businesses in Ethiopia, across Africa, and beyond.
Beyond software, we invest in people. Our tech training programs are designed to create the next generation of developers, designers, and AI engineers from Africa — job-ready and globally competitive.
"We don't just build technology — we build world-class solutions, rooted in Africa and designed for the world."
Our Mission
To empower businesses and individuals worldwide through innovative, AI-powered technology solutions and world-class tech education — with our roots proudly in Africa.
Our Vision
To become a globally recognized technology company — known for building exceptional AI-powered products and producing world-class tech talent, proudly from Africa.
Meet Our Founders
Three passionate technologists united by a shared mission — to build world-class technology from Addis Ababa and deliver it to the world.
Yakob Dereje
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Lead Engineer
Software Engineer and Forward Deployed Engineer driving the vision of Hiruy Technologies. Yakob leads overall business strategy, product design and delivery, client relationships, partnerships, and company operations — and is the public face of the company.
Yohannes Dereje
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Software Engineer and Forward Deployed Engineer who leads all technical decisions at Hiruy. Yohannes oversees software development projects, manages the engineering team, and ensures the quality and reliability of every product delivered.
Kidanemariyam Melkamu
Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Full-Stack Developer who drives business operations and market strategy at Hiruy. Kidanemariyam manages daily organizational workflows, leads client outreach and brand growth, and bridges the gap between complex technical solutions and customer needs.