Women in Tech Initiative

Bridging the Gender Gap in Africa’s Digital Economy

PAWEN’s Women in Tech Initiative is a dynamic movement dedicated to empowering African women to launch and lead high-impact tech careers. Through our flagship conferences and immersive learning sessions, we demystify the tech landscape and provide a clear roadmap for women transitioning into the digital workforce.

What began as a powerful virtual gathering is now expanding into a pan-African series of in-person events, bringing localized expertise and networking opportunities to tech hubs across the continent.

Our conferences provide deep-dive sessions into the most in-demand technical and leadership domains, including:

Product Systems & Engineering

Frontend Web Development

Backend Web Development

Mobile App Development

Cloud Computing

Intelligence, Data & Security

Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning

Data Science

Cyber Security

Blockchain
Technologies

Design & Product Strategy

UI/UX Design

Product Management

Growth & Digital Ecosystems

Digital Marketing

As we evolve our virtual reach into high-impact, in-person sessions across the continent, we invite forward-thinking organizations to join this transformation. Partnering with the PAWEN Women in Tech Initiative offers a strategic opportunity to:

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Girlpreneur Africa Program 2026

Apply for the Girlpreneur Africa Program 2026 to get coached on entrepreneurship, learn from seasoned female entrepreneurs, and stand a chance with win up to $1,000 in business grants!

Applications close on March 15