African women seeking a pathway into technology and artificial intelligence can now apply for the Women Techsters LaunchPad 4.0 programme, a tuition-free initiative aimed at building digital skills and expanding access to opportunities in the tech sector.
- African women seeking a pathway into technology and artificial intelligence can now apply for the Women Techsters LaunchPad 4.0 programme,...
- The programme, launched by Tech4Dev through its Women Techsters initiative and supported by the Internet Society Foundation, will provide participants...
- The Women Techsters initiative seeks to address this gap by providing learning opportunities, mentorship, and employability support for women interested...
- Learning areas include artificial intelligence, prompt engineering, internet safety, technology career pathways, and practical AI applications.
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The programme, launched by Tech4Dev through its Women Techsters initiative and supported by the Internet Society Foundation, will provide participants with practical exposure to artificial intelligence, digital tools, and emerging technology trends. Applications are currently open to female university students across 30 African countries.
Expanding Access to Technology Skills
Women remain under-represented in many areas of the technology industry across Africa. The Women Techsters initiative seeks to address this gap by providing learning opportunities, mentorship, and employability support for women interested in building careers in technology.
According to the organisers, LaunchPad 4.0 will run as a one-week intensive virtual training programme from 29 June to 3 July 2026. Participants will attend daily sessions lasting approximately two and a half hours, enabling them to gain practical knowledge while managing their academic commitments.
The programme forms part of the broader Women Techsters ecosystem, which focuses on equipping girls and women aged 10 to 40 with digital skills to improve access to employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Focus on Artificial Intelligence and Career Development
Training will cover a range of topics aimed at introducing participants to the modern digital economy. Learning areas include artificial intelligence, prompt engineering, internet safety, technology career pathways, and practical AI applications.
Participants will also build portfolio projects using AI tools, giving them an opportunity to apply newly acquired knowledge in real-world scenarios. Organisers say the curriculum combines technical learning with career development support to help participants explore future opportunities in the technology sector.
Beyond technical training, successful applicants will gain access to mentorship, networking opportunities, and a growing community of women pursuing careers in technology. The initiative also serves as a gateway to more advanced Women Techsters programmes and fellowships.
Building Africa’s Future Workforce
As artificial intelligence and digital innovation continue to influence industries worldwide, programmes that equip young people with technology skills are becoming increasingly valuable. By providing free access to training and professional guidance, Women Techsters LaunchPad 4.0 aims to help more African women participate in the continent’s expanding digital economy.
Interested applicants can submit their applications through the official Women Techsters LaunchPad 4.0 registration portal before the programme begins later this month.