08/31/2026
π» Are you a woman leading a tech startup in Pakistan or another emerging market? The Women in Tech Accelerator 2026 by Village Capital could be your breakthrough!
Backed by the Standard Chartered Foundation, this accelerator equips women-led, tech-enabled startups with essential skills, funding, and networks. In 2026, over USD 600,000 in grants will be distributed across 12 markets including Pakistan, Bahrain, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, and more.
The program offers: investment-readiness training, personalized development plans, mentorship from industry leaders, peer learning with fellow women founders, and access to grant funding.
In its first year, the program distributed over USD 550K in grants to 21 women-led startups, helping them reach 16,000 new customers and create 430+ jobs.
β³ Applications are open now β visit your country's local partner to apply.
π Learn more and apply:
https://vilcap.com/programs/women-in-tech-accelerator-2026
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