About WOMEN IN INNOVATION & TECH SUMMIT - BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLE

The role of women in innovation and technology is a critical driver of economic growth, social progress, and inclusion in Africa. Despite growing contributions, women continue to face significant barriers to entry, scaling, and investment in the tech and innovation ecosystem. The Women in Innovation & Tech Summit – Breakfast RoundTable aims to bridge these gaps by fostering dialogue, sharing insights, and building strategic networks to propel women-led innovation across Africa. This event aligns with International Women’s Day (March 8), reinforcing the global agenda of gender inclusivity in innovation and technology.

📅 Date: March 21, 2025 (Aligning with International Women’s Day – March 8)
📍 Location: I-Hub, Nairobi, Kenya
🎯 Theme: Women  Driving Innovation in Africa
👥 Target Audience: Women entrepreneurs, tech leaders, investors, policymakers and ecosystem enablers

🔹 Key Topics:

1. 1.FireSide Chat: Women Breaking Barriers in Innovation & STEM
2. 2.Panel Discussion: Funding Women-Led Startups
3. 3.Expert Insights: How are women leading in AI, Robotics & Emerging Tech for Inclusion?
4. 4.Case Study: Women-Led Innovation for Social Impact
5. 5.Legal Perspective: Women in IP: Protecting Your Innovations

💡 Side Activities:

• Networking & Partnership Matchmaking

Objectives

1. 1.Highlight the contributions of women in innovation and technology in Africa.
2. 2.Address challenges and barriers faced by women in STEM, entrepreneurship, and investment.
3. 3.Provide expert insights into emerging technologies such as AI, robotics, and social impact innovation.
4. 4.Foster meaningful networking and partnership opportunities among women innovators, investors, and policymakers.
5. 5.Explore legal perspectives on intellectual property (IP) protection for women-led innovations.

Target Audience

1. 1.Women entrepreneurs, tech founders, and innovators
2. 2.Investors and venture capitalists supporting women-led startups
3. 3.Policymakers and government stakeholders in tech and innovation
4. 4.Industry leaders and ecosystem enablers
5. 5.Representatives from academia and research institutions