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.
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:
Be the first to hear about our upcoming in-person sessions in cities across Africa and scholarship opportunities for our tech tracks.
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