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Deadline: June 30, 2025
The Standard Chartered Women in Cyber Security Program 2025 is a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower young women from East Africa by equipping them with the skills and opportunities needed to excel in the fast-growing field of cyber security. Spearheaded by Standard Chartered Bank, this program aims to close the gender gap in tech and foster diverse, inclusive innovation across Africa’s digital economy.
The Standard Chartered Women in Cyber Security Program 2025 edition is open to women residing in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and other East African nations who are passionate about cybersecurity, regardless of their academic background. Whether you’re a recent graduate, tech enthusiast, or career switcher, this fully funded program offers the tools and mentorship to launch your cyber security journey.
Benefits
Mentorship circles
One on one meetings between the mentor and the mentee. The mentor will be acting as a trusted ally who will be speaking to the mentees current journey and how to achieve their set goals for the program
Fireside chats
This will be interactive sessions, held to discuss cybersecurity interest areas with industrial players in the region. The chats will be an opportunity to demystify some of the current cybersecurity challenges.
Technical Training
The technical training will be structured in a self-paced model. The trainers selected for this program are subject matter experts with vast knowledge and experience in the cybersecurity domain.
Soft skill Training
The aim of these training will be to equip teh mentees with soft skills which are a requirement for the everyday work life. They will cover issues such as work life balance, interviewing and CV writing skills.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Identify as female
- Be a citizen or resident of an East African country (e.g., Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, etc.)
- Be aged 19–30 years
- Demonstrate a strong interest in cyber security
- Be available for full-time participation throughout the training period
- Have basic computer literacy (no prior cyber security experience required)
Deadline: Submit your application by 30th June 2025.
