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Standard Chartered Women in Technology Incubation Programme

Applications are open for Cohort 4

Standard Chartered Women in Technology Incubation Programme

Applications closed on 15th March, 2023

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Here for good: The Journey So Far

Unleashing the power of Women leading Businesses using Technology

The Standard Chartered Women in Technology Incubator, is Africa’s leading incubator programme for female-led and founded businesses. The incubator provides business management training, mentoring and seed funding. It aligns with calls for more diversity in technology, entrepreneurship and for more opportunities for women to develop entrepreneurial and leadership excellence. This is part of the bank’s Sustainability and Community Engagement strategy and focuses on supporting innovation, infrastructure and technology.

Audrey's Story

SCWIT Journey So Far

Our Impact

53

total businesses supported in Cohort 1, 2 & 3

22,751

household access to products & services

923

expression of interest

$150,000

received by businesses as grant

#1

women-led incubation programme in Ghana

10 of 16

regions represented in Cohort 1, 2 & 3

335

jobs created by all SCWIT businesses

USD 125K

cumulative revenue by all SCWIT businesses

Benefit of the Programme

Empowering Women With Digital Technology Solutions

Business Guidance

Access to business guidance and resources for business development

Skills Development

Skills development opportunities like world-class entrepreneurship classes, workshops, and other business training opportunities

Business Network

Opportunity to tap into a strong network of business partners and peers with whom you can consult, collaborate, learn, and grow

Mentorship Support

Specialised mentoring support from seasoned entrepreneurs and experienced professionals

Funding Opportunities

Access to funding opportunities such as grants for the top five finalists, greater access to investors, and financial guidance.

Alumni Opportunity

Skills development opportunities like world-class entrepreneurship classes, workshops, and other business training opportunities