14/11/2025
Celebrating Women Breaking Barriers in Technology
Yesterday, we had the honour of attending the Women in Tech Accelerator Graduation Ceremony, a powerful celebration of innovation, resilience and the future of women-led tech in Botswana.
A total of 15 phenomenal women graduated from the programme, with 6 of them receiving seed funding to take their businesses to the next level. Their ideas are not only transforming industries, but contributing to Botswana’s economy in real and measurable ways.
The ceremony highlighted the impact of investing in women. With equity seed funding of $50,000 (approx. P700,000) awarded and a cohort already contributing up to P5 million to the economy, this initiative is a reminder of what happens when women are given the tools and opportunities to lead.
We were inspired by remarks from
💼 Standard Chartered CEO Mpho Masupe, who emphasized the importance of women innovators in driving economic diversification
and
🏛️ Assistant Minister of Trade & Entrepreneurship Hon. Baratiwa Mathoothe, who highlighted the need to strengthen the SME ecosystem through public–private partnerships.
A special recognition goes to the Dream Factory Foundation, whose dedication continues to support and shape the next generation of women in tech across the country.
To all the graduates — we celebrate you, we applaud you, and we believe in your brilliance.
Your journeys are inspiring the next wave of female innovators in Botswana.