IGNITE | Bridging the Gender Digital Divide

Why Project IGNITE?

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The Challenge

Despite representing over 52% of Zimbabwe's population, women remain on the margins of the digital economy. The digital gender divide, youth unemployment, and under-resourced women-owned enterprises are compounding gender inequality.

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The Opportunity

By closing this gap, we unlock immense potential for economic growth, innovation, and sustainable development across Zimbabwe and beyond.

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Real Transformation

From digital literacy to inclusive employment and entrepreneurship acceleration, Project IGNITE delivers real transformation for individuals, families, and communities.

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Closing the Digital Gender Gap in Zimbabwe

Women make up over 52% of Zimbabwe’s population, yet remain underrepresented in the digital economy. Project IGNITE is on a mission to change that — by empowering women and youth with digital skills, resources, and opportunities to thrive in today’s fast-paced economy.

Press Release: Launch of Project IGNITE

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of Project IGNITE, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at equipping women and youth in Zimbabwe with digital tools and skills. This press release highlights our mission, vision, and the impact we aim to create across communities.

How We're Driving Impact

Four strategic models working together to create lasting change and opportunity

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Digital Skills Training

Through the Digital Leader Model, we're training women and girls—from digital starters to digital leaders—in skills that fuel the modern economy.

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Meaningful Jobs

Via the Impact Sourcing Model, we're linking underserved young women to real jobs in the digital economy.

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Business Growth

Our Business Accelerator Model empowers women-owned businesses to scale using digital tools, platforms, and financial access.

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Inclusive Ecosystems

Through the Women's Empowerment Principles Framework, we're building coalitions that challenge bias and unlock investment in women's digital inclusion.

Be More Than a Sponsor — Be a Catalyst for Change

We're inviting visionary sponsors to invest in a future where Zimbabwean women and girls are digital leaders, tech entrepreneurs, and economic powerhouses.