The single biggest constraint on East Africa’s stage technology industry is not equipment — it is people. There are not enough certified lighting programmers, console operators, and system integrators to meet the growing demand.
Prostage Africa exists to change that. Our permanent Training Center in Nairobi delivers monthly certified programs for professionals across East and Central Africa.
Location
Homeboyz Kenya, Nairobi — Prostage Africa’s official training hub
Frequency
Monthly certified training sessions.
Capacity
Open to professionals across East and Central Africa.
Certifications
Manufacturer-certified on completion.
MA Lighting Monthly Program
Our flagship training program covers the grandMA3 platform — the global industry standard for professional lighting control.
Programming Workflows
Cue building, group and executor management, playback systems. Foundational skills for any grandMA3 operator.
Networked Control Systems
DMX networking, sACN, Art-Net, and MA-Net2. Understanding how modern lighting networks are architected and operated.
Certification & Advanced Applications
Preparation for official MA Lighting certification. Advanced topics including timecode, 3D visualisation, and complex show files.
Hands-On Console Time
Every session includes direct hands-on time with grandMA3 hardware — not just theory. Participants leave with real operating confidence.
Who Should Attend
- Lighting programmers and console operators at all levels
- Rental and production companies investing in team skills
- Integrators and consultants specifying lighting control systems
- Venue technical managers and operators
- Students and early-career professionals entering the industry
We also offer bespoke training for companies and institutions. If you have a team that needs to get certified together — on your schedule, at your location — get in touch and we will design a program around your needs.
Custom & Corporate Training
Training Outcomes
Graduates of Prostage training programs receive manufacturer-recognized certification and become part of a growing community of certified professionals across the region. Many of our graduates go on to become preferred operators for touring productions and major installations.
Upcoming Training Sessions
Upcoming training will be shared here soon.