Bridgette Izuchukwu

Founder of Africa's largest women-focused tech community, driving digital inclusion across the continent

Bridgette Izuchukwu is a Nigerian tech entrepreneur and social innovator who has made significant contributions to bridging the gender gap in technology through her pioneering work with Women in Tech Nigeria. Established in 2015, this organization has grown to become the largest network of women in technology in Africa, with over 50,000 members across 15 countries. Through mentorship programs, hackathons, and startup incubation, Izuchukwu's initiatives have empowered thousands of African women to pursue careers in STEM fields. Her visionary leadership has also led to partnerships with global corporations like Google and Microsoft, securing $2.3M in funding for tech education projects. In 2019, she launched the African Women in Tech Accelerator, which provides seed funding and business training to female-led startups. Izuchukwu's work has been recognized by the World Economic Forum, which named her a Young Global Leader in 2021. Her advocacy extends beyond Nigeria through platforms like the African Girls Can Code Initiative, which has trained over 10,000 girls in digital skills since 2018. By creating sustainable pathways for underrepresented groups in tech ecosystems, Izuchukwu is redefining economic participation and innovation across Africa.