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Young women are hesitant about AI, and the outgoing CEO of Girls Who Code says that's actually a strength. Tarika Barrett believes their concerns about errors, energy use, and tech billionaire influence should guide how they build the future.
Over 3,700 girls from across Nigeria competed in a national tech competition, with the winning team creating a platform to help deaf patients communicate with doctors. The event drew support from Nigeria's First Lady and launched coding clubs nationwide.
Township girls in Johannesburg stepped into a world many never imagined themselves occupying: artificial intelligence, coding, and tech innovation. The Girls in ICT Day is bridging the opportunity gap for young women who face limited access to technology and mentorship.
YNaija has released its 2026 list celebrating 100 people shaping Nigeria's booming tech ecosystem. The honorees span fintech, health tech, food delivery, and more, showcasing the depth of innovation across Africa's largest economy.
India's newest tech hub just opened in Ahmedabad with plans to create over 63,000 high-skilled jobs in the next five years. The Million Minds Tech Park aims to put Gujarat on the map alongside India's tech giants like Bengaluru and Hyderabad.
Students from Cross River State took second place in Nigeria's National Girls in ICT Competition, competing against over 3,700 young women from across the country. Their victory showcases the power of investing in girls' digital education and STEM skills.
An all-girls school in Northern Kentucky just unveiled a cutting-edge learning space designed to turn young women into the next generation of tech leaders and innovators. The 1906 IDEAL Innovation Space combines flexible design, hands-on technology, and values-based education to prepare students for tomorrow's challenges.
Zimbabwe's government is launching a major push to get girls and young women into artificial intelligence, robotics, and tech leadership as part of its new national AI strategy. The country wants homegrown innovation from every corner, not just foreign tech hubs.
Ten Egyptian tech startups just showcased their solutions at one of Asia's biggest innovation events, marking Egypt's first dedicated pavilion at SusHi Tech Tokyo. The milestone reflects how Egypt's tech scene is rapidly emerging as a global player worth $7.4 billion in startup exits.
Bukola Alawiye and Busola Oluwatobi studied English and biology, but now they're shaping Nigeria's fintech landscape at Redtech. Their journeys prove tech careers don't require traditional tech degrees.
Female entrepreneurs are breaking through in Brazil's most advanced tech sectors, leading nearly half of all deep tech projects. Two women-led startups show how this shift is creating real-world impact in accessibility and climate solutions.
Turkey's specialized tech visa program successfully attracted 22 innovative foreign startups to relocate to the country, part of a sweeping national push to become a major technology hub. The government is betting big on AI and digital transformation to grow its tech ecosystem.
Forced to flee Afghanistan after death threats, tech CEO Roya Mahboob now runs underground classrooms teaching girls banned from school under Taliban rule. Through encrypted channels and a free offline app, she's reaching hundreds of students whose education was stolen.
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, tech pioneers from Apple's Tim Cook to Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani reveal the innovations they believe define this moment, from AI to the humble bicycle. Their picks show technology's power to expand freedom and solve real problems.
Women in Tech® Israel is bridging the gender gap in one of the world's most innovative tech sectors by connecting female leaders across borders. Despite Israel's tech dominance, women make up just 33.5% of the workforce.
A three-day masterclass in Nigeria just launched 10 young women into fintech careers with paid internships at PalmPay. The program has now empowered over 250 women in three years, turning tech dreams into real opportunities.
A groundbreaking program supporting women-led tech startups in Nigeria is now accepting applications, offering funding, mentorship, and training. Last year's cohort added 16,000 customers, created 430 jobs, and grew revenues by $2.7 million.
Four high school girls in Bulawayo built a digital game that turns learning about Zimbabwe's new currency into an interactive adventure. Their innovation shows how young minds are using technology to solve real community challenges.
A new EU-backed data platform is tackling the stark reality that women-led deep tech startups receive just 12% of venture funding. The initiative combines hard numbers with real solutions to change who gets funded in Europe's most critical technologies.
Lade Falobi turned her obsession with studying 10,000 ads into Marketing for Geeks, a thriving community helping African tech marketers master their craft. Her message: clarity beats cleverness every time.
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