17Mar 2026 by @iLabAfrica No Comments
Standard Chartered invests KES 22.5m on Women in Tech

Standard Chartered invests KES 22.5m on Women in Tech

Women in Tech
17th March 2026, Nairobi, Kenya – The Standard Chartered Foundation, in partnership with @iBizAfrica – Strathmore University and Village Capital, today officially launched Cohort 9 of the Women in Tech Kenya programme under the theme “Inspire Impact.” Now in its ninth cohort, the Women in Tech programme continues to support women-led, tech-enabled startups by providing structured business training, mentorship, access to networks, and catalytic funding opportunities. The programme is designed to help earlystage entrepreneurs strengthen their business models, scale their ventures, and create meaningful economic and social impact. The launch marks the opening of applications for Women in Tech Kenya Cohort 9, inviting women-led, tech-enabled startups from across Kenya to apply. Selected entrepreneurs will participate in an intensive accelerator programme that equips founders with the skills and support needed to…
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10Jun 2024 by @iLabAfrica 1 Comment
Empowering Female Entrepreneurs In Tech: Lessons from the #SCWomenInTech Bootcamp

Empowering Female Entrepreneurs In Tech: Lessons from the #SCWomenInTech Bootcamp

Innovation & Incubation, Women in Tech
@iBizAfrica – Strathmore University, in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank launched Cohort 7 of its Women in Tech Program, under their joint initiative, the Women in Tech Incubator program. With sustainability as its central theme, the program aims to empower female entrepreneurs leveraging technology to pivot their businesses towards environmentally and socially responsible practices. Amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the @iBizAfrica Incubation Centre at Strathmore University, June 3rd and 4th marked a pivotal moment as over 80 determined female entrepreneurs converged for the #SCWomenInTech Bootcamp. Here, they eagerly soaked up essential skills vital for navigating the complexities of today’s business landscape.. Day 1 kicked off with discussions on the key aspect of Customer Discovery and Validation, led by Robert Yawe from Synaptech Solutions. Participants engaged in practical exercises to pinpoint their…
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