Alternative Bank and Utiva Launch Women-in-Tech Scholarship to Empower Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs

The Alternative Bank and Utiva have collaborated to introduce the Women-in-Tech Scholarship initiative in Nigeria, focusing on equipping women entrepreneurs with essential digital innovation skills for business growth. This move is part of Alternative Bank's corporate social investment strategy to empower women and bridge the gender digital gap.

During the virtual conference, key stakeholders discussed strategies to empower rural women in underserved communities. Utiva's CEO emphasized the importance of women acquiring digital skills to drive economic transformation and strengthen local economies.

The Nigerian government also reiterated its commitment to empowering women in agrarian communities to enhance food security and economic sustainability.