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Breaking barriers: Kenyan women in tech graduate with Sh1.3 million boost to drive innovation

Nivedita Sharma-Board Member Standard Chartered, Jean Tina James during the Standard Chartered Futuremakers Women in Tech 8th Cohort graduation ceremony in partnership with Strathmore's iBizAfrica Centre.[Wilberforce Okwiri/Standard]

Despite global progress in technology, women remain underrepresented in the tech ecosystem, often facing barriers in funding, mentorship, and access to networks.

In Kenya, women account for less than 30 per cent of tech founders, highlighting the persistent gender gap in a sector historically dominated by men. According to the World Bank, women-owned businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa contribute up to 13 per cent of GDP but generate 23 per cent less revenue than male-owned firms, revealing a Sh41 trillion opportunity if digital adoption and support for female entrepreneurs are increased.

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