This article emphasizes the importance of integrating women into Morocco’s high-tech and industrial sectors to meet the country’s growth goals. Despite significant investments, gender bias and cultural norms still hinder women’s participation, with strategies such as policy reforms, mentorship, and inclusive recruitment necessary to drive inclusive economic growth.
The 9th edition of Women Tech Quest (WTQ) held in Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore inspired women to lead in Pakistan’s IT and e-commerce sectors. The event featured competitions, keynote speeches, and discussions on leadership, digital transformation, and financial empowerment. Winners were recognized in testing, design, and coding categories.
Ncell Foundation has partnered with the ICT Award 2024 as a “Supported By” partner, celebrating Nepal’s tech advancements and honoring women in ICT. The 9th edition of the award will take place on December 20, with Ncell presenting the Ncell Woman Icon ICT Award, including a cash prize of Rs 300,000.
Zain KSA has launched the fourth edition of its ‘Women in Tech’ program, in partnership with Huawei, Nokia, Princess Nourah University, and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). The program focuses on enhancing women’s participation in the ICT sector, offering specialized training and opportunities in STEM fields.
Dawn Kubicek has been appointed as Google’s Women Techmaker Ambassador for the Middle East, chosen from thousands of applicants. In her role, she will empower women in the tech industry through events and community initiatives, leveraging her 23 years of expertise in SEO and digital marketing to support their growth.
In 2024, the underrepresentation of women in STEM fields remains a critical issue, with women making up only 34% of the workforce. Initiatives like Hatch’s partnership with the Lankan Angel Network and the “She Loves Tech” competition aim to empower female entrepreneurs and bridge the gender gap in technology.
Orel IT led a knowledge-sharing session for the SheExports programme, focusing on empowering women tech entrepreneurs with insights on cloud services, AI, and cybersecurity. The session emphasized sustainable business practices and global competitiveness for women in tech.
Talabat recently hosted female students from Academy X at its Kuwait headquarters, emphasizing its commitment to empowering young women in technology and entrepreneurship. The visit, part of talabat’s collaboration with Coded, provided insightful training and activities to inspire and equip these future leaders in the tech industry.
