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Glovo Partners Lagos State Govt To Equip 100 Women With Digital Skills

by Olushola Bello
8 months ago
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Glovo, in partnership with the Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, and She Code Africa launched a transformative Women in Tech Bootcamp to equip 100 women with essential digital skills to excel in the dynamic tech industry by providing fully funded scholarships for the bootcamp.

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Glovo is deeply committed to reducing the gender tech gap as part of its long-term strategy to create equal opportunities for women in the tech industry. By actively developing and leading initiatives like this Women in Tech Bootcamp, through strategic collaborations with She Code Africa and Government stakeholders, Glovo is working to empower women with the technical skills, mentorship, and professional development needed to succeed in the digital space.

General manager of Glovo Nigeria, Lamide Akinola said “at Glovo, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. By creating opportunities like this bootcamp, we aim to unlock a wealth of untapped talent and drive long-term change in the tech ecosystem.”

Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade & Investment, Folashade Ambrose-Medebem stated that “we are excited to partner with Glovo and She Code Africa to deliver a program that empowers women to excel, innovate, and lead in the dynamic tech industry.”

She said, “the program is committed to driving inclusive economic growth by empowering underrepresented groups, especially women, to seize opportunities in the tech sector.

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“The United Nations Sustainable Development Report 2023 predicts it will take 300 years to close the gender equality gap, yet McKinsey 2022 reports that empowering women globally could add $28 trillion to the global GDP. This partnership shows that women’s empowerment is not just a social imperative but a critical economic driver.”

Ambrose-Medebem added that “I am also pleased to announce we are bringing onboard the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, led by Dr. Tubuson, to further bolster this initiative. This strategic partnership reinforces Lagos’s commitment to leveraging technology for women’s empowerment, driving economic growth, and positioning Lagos as a hub of technological advancement and inclusive development.

“By equipping women with critical digital skills, we are building more diverse leadership in tech and positioning Lagos as a hub of innovation and enterprise. I am also pleased to see this initiative contribute to the long-term prosperity of our state.”

Regional head Government and Public Relations, Sub-Saharan Africa at Glovo, Chidera Akwuba explained that “this impact-driven initiative spearheaded by Glovo is set to provide women with the skills and support needed to succeed in the tech industry.

“This initiative underscores Glovo’s long-term commitment to fostering innovation and inclusive development in Nigeria.”

The bootcamp will also offer networking opportunities, mentorship, and insights from seasoned professionals, empowering women to lead in the tech space and contribute to Lagos and Nigeria’s economic growth.


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