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AkiraChix

AkiraChix provides young women in Africa, with technology skills to compete economically and bridge the gender gap in tech.

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Through a 360 approach, the codeHive program that not only focuses on building technical skills but also on increasing young women’s agency, The program offers young women who did not have access to a well-rounded education the opportunity to develop the most sought-after tech skills, equipping them with the necessary tools to compete equally in the tech industry.

We believe that the only ticket to decent work and economic prosperity is giving young women access to meaningful and well-paying jobs. With increased agency and that extra earning power, the young women are able to recognize their full potential in economic spaces and break gender norms; codeHive graduates in senior positions are playing a key role in creating more inclusive work spaces.

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AkiraChix gave us the platform. Now we're building a legacy

AkiraChix through the codeHive program, didn’t just teach us how to code It taught us how to lead. To build real solutions for real challenges. To take up space, speak with confidence, and shape the future of tech in Africa. Now? We’re doing exactly that. We’re software engineers powering businesses. UX designers,  shaping digital experiences used by thousands, even millions. Data scientists and ML engineers unlocking insights that drive decisions. We’re team leads, project managers, and recruiters opening doors for other young women to follow. We’re not just growing in our careers, we're pulling others up with us. And the impact goes even deeper. We’re supporting our families. We’re putting siblings through school. We’re building communities, not just products. We’re living proof that investing in one woman creates a ripple effect that transforms everything around her. We’re not just breaking into tech, we’re reshaping it . And we’re just getting started. AkiraChix gave us the platform. Now we’re building one for the next generation. We’ve already raised $55,000 toward our 2025 goal of $100,000 . This will contribute to our cumulative two-year commitment of $250,000, toward the $7M needed to build the new AkiraChix campus. A permanent home where young African women will live, learn, and lead together. Where they’ll find the same courage, the same sisterhood, the same spark that changed our lives  but on an even bigger scale. But here’s the truth: we can’t do it alone. To get there, we need our partners, champions, and friends. Join us. Match us. Multiply the impact. Let’s build a future where every young African woman who dares to dream has the space, the tools, and the community to thrive. Because when one woman thrives, she impacts many others along the way.
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$55,180
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$100,000
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  • Charlene Chen

    Congratulations on all the incredible work you do AkiraChix! As one of 5 women in my Computer Science degree, I'm thrilled that you are empowering the next generation of women in tech!

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  • Jeremy Hockenstein
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  • Martha Gitiha
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