In a landscape where South Africa’s youth unemployment rate has been rising, the traditional career path is no longer the only route to success. Today, the 'office' is global, and the opportunities are digital. As part of the TechWomen  Impact trip, African Youth Ignited 4IR  partnered with CapaCiti  to host a strategic dialogue for Women in Business alumni and tech students. The focus was clear: how to position South African talent for the global remote economy. Moderated by

A sustainable, defossilized economy by 2050 is not just a policy goal - it is an engineering challenge. Hosted by the University of Cape Town (UCT) and organised by African Youth Ignited 4IR  as part of the TechWomen Impact trip, we convened a high-level panel to discuss the role of catalysis in the global energy transition. Moderated by Prof. Nico Fischer , Head of the Catalysis Institute, the dialogue connected female postgraduate students with global renewable energy exp

From Lecture Room to Impact: Bridging the Prototype Gap At the latest African Youth Ignited 4IR  dialogue, we put 20 Mechanical and Mechatronics students in a room with 20 top-tier academics and global industry leaders. The goal wasn't just to talk about engineering - it was to solve the 'Prototype Gap.' We asked one strategic question: How do we move beyond the classroom to build solutions that communities crave, industry adopts, and funders actually back? The Panel The conv

Meet Our TechWomen Impact Trip Mentor and SWE Leader – Lori Kahn

MerSETA representative will share insights about how the skills development organisation supports universities with learning tools that supports prototyping and innovation skills development for students.

We are looking forward to listen to insights from one of Africa's leading academic voices in Engineering ( CPUT ), alongside TechWomen mentors and fellows with merSETA .

A Collaboration with TechWomen mentors, merSETA, and CPUT Experts Meet

The role of catalysis and engineering in sustainable technologies in SA and globally. The countdown has officially begun! In exactly one week , the TechWomen Impact Trip  reaches a major scientific milestone at the University of Cape Town (UCT) Catalysis Institute . On 23 February 2026 , we join Prof. Nico Fischer  and his team for a high-level dialogue between Silicon Valley’s top mentors and South Africa’s leading postgraduate researchers. This isn't just a meeting - it’s

Professional Pathways: Navigating Your Engineering Career with SWE Transitioning from a student to a professional engineer requires more than a degree; it requires a global ecosystem of support, mentorship, and standardized excellence. This high-level engagement introduces CPUT   and UCT   engineering students to the power of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) - the world’s largest advocate for women in technology. Led by Lori Kahn , a decorated TechWomen mentor and award-

Competitive Edge: Using AI and Emerging Tech in Business Countdown: 24 February 2026 – TechWomen Impact Trip guests visit to CAPACITI This workshop designed for women ready to integrate technology into the heart of their work. Led by global AI expert and TechWomen mentor - Amara Umunnakwe , this 60-minute session moves beyond the 'hype' of AI, guiding participants through the practical steps of applying it for real business growth. The AI Advantage AI is no longer a future c

As South Africa accelerates its Just Energy Transition, the role of the engineer is evolving. To meet the demands of a green economy, the next generation must think beyond graduation and traditional employment - moving toward innovation, ownership, and commercial impact. On 23 February 2026 , 3rd-year female engineering students at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) will step out of the lecture room and into the 'Innovation Sprint.' Facilitated by TechWomen m

The energy at Parklands College was electric as the AGCCI girls stepped into the arena for our latest scrimmage. After weeks of fine-tuning, the team officially put the finishing touches on their robot and put it to the ultimate test. It wasn't just about the hardware, though the highlight of the day was the alliance-building phase. Our team paired up with fellow innovators from other schools, learning that the best way to win is to work together. Between the intense matches

Our AGCCI robotics team recently took part in an exciting scrimmage hosted at Parklands College. This event marked a significant milestone for our team, as the girls successfully completed the assembly of their robot just in time for the first round of competition. Beyond the competition itself, the day was centered around the Alliances System . This system allowed our students to collaborate with other teams, strategizing together to execute complex maneuvers. It was a great

African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI)  presenting their hackathon project from December 2025. The team developed a mobile application called "SafeHaven"  (or SafeVoice), designed as a comprehensive support system for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). Goal:  The project aims to provide a safe, confidential space where survivors can access help, therapy, and resources at their own pace.

The World Meets the Mother City From February 22–25, 2026, Cape Town will facilitate a technical and cultural exchange between 15 TechWomen mentors and fellows from Kyrgyzstan, Egypt, Nigeria, and the United States. This visit serves as a foundation for future partnerships between international experts and the South African STEM community. The delegation joins Lori Kahn  (TechWomen Mentor and a Society of Women Engineers Leader), a frequent collaborator with our Girls in Robo

As we kickick start our eight-months MyPlanet-OurHome Hackathon at Amazon Web Services Skills Centre in Cape Town this week, we are...