About the Program
The Futuremakers Women in Tech (WiT) Uganda Program is a transformative initiative designed to empower women-led, tech and tech-enabled businesses. The program is an initiative of Standard Chartered Foundation in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, Village Capital and The Innovation Village, and implemented by Future Lab.
By placing women at the forefront of technological innovation, the program helps bridge the gender gap in Uganda’s tech industry, fostering inclusive economic growth. More than just an accelerator, it drives business success, job creation, and economic resilience in marginalized communities.
The program equips women entrepreneurs with business training, mentorship, and seed funding, creating a thriving ecosystem of women-led businesses that fuel innovation, diversity, and economic development in Uganda.
Why Women in Tech?
Despite the increasing influence of technology across industries, women remain underrepresented in tech leadership and entrepreneurship. The WiT Uganda Program is committed to changing this narrative by:
Through this initiative, we are not only investing in businesses but also in the future of Africa’s digital economy.
Why Apply?
Through this initiative, we are not only investing in businesses but also in the future of Africa’s digital economy.
- Opportunity to receive upto $10,000 catalytic grant to fuel your business growth and impact.
- Gain hands-on technical assistance and investment readiness training tailored for women-led, impact-driven microbusinesses.
- Receive personalized coaching, optimize operational efficiency, and access market linkages to expand your business footprint.
- Strengthen your business acumen in critical areas such as business, strategy, impact, governance and talent.
- Become part of an exclusive Community of Practice (CoP) designed to foster networking, peer learning, and ongoing mentorship.
- Be part of visionary entrepreneurs and refine your business model to attract investors and secure funding.
Eligibility Criteria for Application
The program seeks applications from ambitious, impact-driven women entrepreneurs who are leveraging technology to solve real-world problems. To qualify for the program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Roadmap
April 17, 2025
Applications Open
May 30, 2025
Application Deadline
June 2 - June 4, 2025
Review and Shortlisting
June 5 - June 6, 2025
Final Interviews and Selection
June 11, 2025
Cohort Announcement
June 12, 2025
Program Kickoff
June 16 - Aug 15, 2025
Acceleration Bootcamp
July 16 - August 15, 2025
Mentorship & Coaching
August 28, 2025
Demo Day and Graduation
September 8 - September 19, 2025
Roadshow
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