Women Techsters LaunchPad 4.0 2026 | Free AI and Digital Skills Training Programme for African Female University Students

Women Techsters LaunchPad 4.0 is a tuition-free digital skills and Artificial Intelligence (AI) training programme organized by Tech4Dev under the Women Techsters Initiative and supported by the Internet Society Foundation. The programme is designed to equip female university students across Africa with practical digital and AI skills, mentorship, and career development opportunities needed to thrive in today's technology-driven world.

Through a five-day virtual learning experience, participants will gain hands-on exposure to emerging technologies, build practical projects, connect with industry professionals, and explore career pathways in the tech ecosystem. The programme is open to female students from more than 30 African countries, including Nigeria, and requires no prior technical experience.

Programme Overview

Host Region: Africa

Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from over 30 African countries, including Nigeria

Organizer: Tech4Dev – Women Techsters Initiative

Sponsor: Internet Society Foundation

Programme Category: Digital Skills and Career Development Programme

Programme Fee: Free (Tuition-Free)

Duration: 5 Days

Training Dates: 29 June – 3 July 2026

Daily Learning Time: 2 Hours 30 Minutes

Application Deadline: 21 June 2026

About Women Techsters

Women Techsters is an initiative of Tech4Dev dedicated to increasing the participation of women and girls in technology across Africa. The initiative aims to equip more than one million African women with digital and technology skills by 2030 through training, mentorship, community building, and career development programmes.

Programme Benefits

Selected participants will enjoy a range of learning and career development opportunities, including:

• Tuition-free training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital skills.

• Practical training in Prompt Engineering and Vibe Coding.

• Digital literacy and internet safety training.

• Hands-on experience using AI tools through practical exercises and projects.

• Career development support and employability guidance.

• Mentorship from experienced technology professionals.

• Networking opportunities with women in technology across Africa.

• The opportunity to develop AI-powered portfolio projects that demonstrate practical skills.

• Exposure to advanced Women Techsters programmes, fellowships, and study opportunities, including opportunities connected to the University of East Anglia.

Learning Areas

Participants will receive training in the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Prompt Engineering

• Vibe Coding

• Digital Literacy

• Internet Safety and Cyber Awareness

• Technology Career Exploration

• Employability Skills

• Portfolio Development

• Professional Development

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Women Techsters LaunchPad 4.0 Programme, applicants must:

• Be female.

• Be currently enrolled in a university or other recognized tertiary institution.

• Be a resident of an eligible African country.

• Have an interest in technology, digital innovation, or Artificial Intelligence.

• Be willing to actively participate throughout the programme.

No previous technical or programming experience is required.

Required Information

Applicants should be prepared to provide:

• Personal information.

• Educational details.

• Contact information.

• Any additional information requested during the online application process.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should complete the online application before the deadline by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Women Techsters LaunchPad application portal.
2. Complete the online registration form with your personal and educational information.
3. Review your application to ensure all information is accurate.
4. Submit your application before the application deadline.
5. Wait for further communication from the Women Techsters team regarding the next stage of the programme.

Application Deadline

The deadline for applications is 21 June 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid missing the opportunity.