Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Senegal’s ARTP and the International Telecommunication Union have signed a partnership to support young women in digital development. Launched during CMDT-25 in Baku, the initiative will build skills, strengthen digital trade participation, and create supportive commercial ecosystems. Detailed implementation plans will be released, reflecting Senegal’s push to expand its digital economy.
Standard Chartered Pakistan has announced the winners of its Women in Tech Cohort 7, recognizing innovative women-led startups driving social and economic impact. The top honors went to Yumkins Foods, Atfaal, and Ootein, representing sectors from baby nutrition and circular fashion to allergen-free food. Each received funding and mentorship to scale operations nationwide. The accelerator, run with Village Capital and INNOVentures Global, underscores Standard Chartered’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs in Pakistan’s growing innovation economy.
Talabat, through its sponsorship of Academy X, celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of young women trained in AI, coding, and entrepreneurship. The initiative, led by CODED Academy, aligns with Kuwait Vision 2035 and reflects talabat’s long-term commitment to empowering female talent and driving digital innovation.
UN Women Pakistan and KOICA launch Digital Startup Roundtable to empower young women in tech through training, mentorship, and policy dialogue as part of the D4WEE project.
Kuwaiti women lead 41% of startups, driving innovation across sectors like fintech and e-commerce. Backed by Vision 2035 and support platforms, female founders are reshaping the economy and culture despite funding and regulatory challenges.
Ten female-led startups across multiple sectors have been selected for Standard Chartered and Bahrain FinTech Bay’s Futuremakers Women in Tech Bahrain programme. The eight-week acceleration initiative supports entrepreneurial growth through mentorship, workshops, and networking, culminating in Demo Day with financial awards.
Standard Chartered Bahrain, alongside Bahrain FinTech Bay, has selected ten female-led startups to join the Futuremakers Women in Tech Bahrain programme’s sixth cohort. The initiative offers expert training, mentorship, and networking over eight weeks, aiming to accelerate women entrepreneurs in diverse tech sectors and foster a more inclusive innovation ecosystem aligned with Bahrain’s economic development goals.
Orange Jordan’s 2025 “Inspiring Change” Award honored women-led projects advancing sustainable digital innovation, introducing a new fintech category. Winners included Wasil, Genskin, SOHO ERP, and BitMal. Supported by Capital Bank and Int@j, the initiative aims to boost women’s roles in tech entrepreneurship across Jordan.
Standard Chartered has launched the third edition of its ‘Women in Tech’ accelerator programme in Saudi Arabia, in partnership with Falak Investment Hub. The programme supports women-led startups with tech-driven solutions, offering mentorship, masterclasses, and $45,000 in grants to top performers. Applications are open until June 27, 2025.
Women in Tech 2025 will take place on November 16 at Vodacom World in Johannesburg, celebrating Africa’s top female tech innovators. The event aims to empower and inspire, focusing on female entrepreneurs driving the tech revolution. Highlights include networking, industry insights, and recognition for outstanding women in enterprise programs.