The Women in STEM Africa Summit is not just another conference, it is a 3-Day premier movement to nurture women and girls in engineering and technological fields across Africa to reach their full potential and elevate in these male dominated fields.
The summit hosted by Women in Technology and Innovation Africa (WITIA), will serve as a platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and fostering collaborations to bridge the gender gap in STEM fields.
With the theme "Borderless Innovation: Pioneering Global Technology Solutions for Africa’s Challenges," the summit seeks to foster cross-border collaborations, inspire cutting-edge innovations, and address pressing challenges facing Africa through technology and engineering.
As part of the prestigious B2B Expo CTW Kenya 10th Edition and Africa Technology Show (AFTS), the summit will provide a platform for women entrepreneurs, engineers, policy makers, leaders and innovators to share their ideas, experiences, and solutions.
The Summit offers a range of Industry focus that provides the opportunity to learn and network.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Welcome and Registration
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Opening Ceremony
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Innovation Showcase Tour, Networking Break
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Keynote: Harnessing AI and Machine Learning for Africa’s Development
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel Discussion: How AI can address challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and education
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Keynote: Green Engineering – Sustainable Innovations for Climate Challenges
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Leveraging technology and engineering solutions to combat climate change and promote sustainability
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Coffee Break
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Startups Without Borders: Global Collaboration for Local Impact
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dinner Awards Gala – Top 5 Women Innovators in Africa
CEO of EMEA Venture Builder
Panel Discussion
Founder We!Masomo
Panel Discussion
Digital Programmes Coordinator UNITAR
Panel Discussion
Technologist, Entrepreneur
Fireside Chat
Head of Digital Strategy
Keynote Speaker
CEO at WECHARGE
Panel discussion
Awards Gala to highlight the innovative spirit and leadership of women in Africa, acknowledging their significant roles in driving sustainable development and economic growth across the continent.
Contact us: events@witia.africa
