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- Though encouraging that the number of female CEOs has risen from 230 (9.6%) in 2023 to 310 (11.1%) in 2024, these numbers show a tech segment that is still heavily dominated by men.
- Interestingly, smaller ecosystems such as Zambia, Rwanda, and Senegal are outperforming traditional hotspots like South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, and Kenya in terms of female leadership.
- Between January 2022 and June 2024, startups with female co-founders raised $747M, representing just 11.9% of the total, while those led by female CEOs secured only $289M.
The African tech ecosystem, renowned for its dynamic growth and innovative potential, is transforming. Yet, a pressing issue remains, gender diversity within leadership roles. This year’s “Diversity Dividend: Exploring Gender Equality in the African Tech Ecosystem” survey by Disrupt Africa highlights the gender disparities that continue to plague this burgeoning industry.
Despite recent improvements, the representation of women in leadership positions within African …