KRS Partners with FEDSA to Support Front-End Development in South Africa

At KRS, we don’t just build software, we grow people. That’s why we’re excited to share our new partnership with FEDSA (Front-End Engineering & Design South Africa), a non-profit organisation on a mission to uplift and empower front-end development in South Africa.

What is FEDSA?

FEDSA serves as an administrative umbrella for a range of community-driven projects focused on front-end developer and designer skills, peer collaboration, and broader access to learning. FEDSA connects experienced developers and designers with those just starting out, building a more inclusive and sustainable developer community in South Africa.

“This goes beyond financial support. It’s about building real, sustainable pathways for young professionals to thrive,”
— Ayesha Bagus, Head of People and HR Director at KRS

Shared Values, Shared Vision

KRS and FEDSA share the belief that tech thrives when people thrive. Over the years, FEDSA has helped hundreds of developers and designers across South Africa build their skills and networks. With more sponsorships like this, FEDSA can expand their reach, deepen its impact and continue fuelling professional growth in the local tech space.

“With the help of this sponsorship, we can scale our impact and keep delivering value to South Africa’s front-end development and design community.”
-Schalk Venter, Co-Founder of FEDSA

What Does the KRS–FEDSA Collaboration Include?

Together, KRS and FEDSA will:

• Co-create educational content tailored for front-end professionals.
• Collaborate on community events focused on front-end development and design, and collaboration.
• Provide opportunities for KRS experts to share insights directly with FEDSA’s growing audience.

This partnership gives the KRS team a chance to give back, share knowledge, and grow alongside a vibrant and passionate tech community.

A Personal Story

For Liz Duff, a front-end designer at KRS and regular attendee of community events, FEDSA made a lasting impression:

“When I first started attending FEDSA events, I felt it created a space to share ideas and meet people who were as passionate about design as I was. It’s fantastic to draw on the wealth of knowledge from industry experts like Justin Slack and others.”

Stories like Liz’s show how FEDSA’s mentorship and support are helping developers and designers thrive in South Africa’s tech ecosystem.

What’s Next?

With this partnership, KRS joins a growing network of organisations contributing to FEDSA’s vision for a stronger, more connected front-end development and design community in South Africa. It’s another reminder that when companies support community-led developer platforms, the entire ecosystem benefits.

Want to Get Involved?

Discover more about our work, team and values at krs.co.za.

Want to learn more about FEDSA’s mission and upcoming events? Visit FEDSA’s website to get involved.