Futuremakers Women in Tech (WiT) Uganda Program 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- 16 hours ago
- 3 min read
If you are a woman entrepreneur in Uganda leading a tech-driven or tech-enabled business, an exciting opportunity awaits you. Applications are now open for the Futuremakers Women in Tech (WiT) Uganda Program 2025, a transformative initiative that empowers women entrepreneurs to innovate, lead, and inspire. Through world-class mentorship, business training, and catalytic funding, the program seeks to build a thriving ecosystem of women-led businesses that fuel inclusive economic growth and digital innovation.
🗒️ Program Summary
Location: Uganda
Host Institution: Future Lab (Implemented by The Innovation Village), supported by Standard Chartered Foundation and Standard Chartered Bank
Programme Type: Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program
Target Group: Women entrepreneurs leading tech or tech-enabled businesses in Uganda
Fields of Focus: Technology, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Economic Development
Award Value: Up to $10,000 in catalytic grant funding, business training, mentorship, and market linkage support
Duration: June to September 2025
Application Deadline: 30th May 2025
Program Start Date: 12th June 2025
Eligible to: Women entrepreneurs with registered, small-scale businesses in Uganda
💡 Program Overview
The Futuremakers Women in Tech (WiT) Uganda Program is much more than an accelerator—it's a catalyst for change. The program directly addresses the gender gap in Uganda’s tech and innovation sectors by placing women entrepreneurs at the center of digital transformation. It provides a robust platform where women-led businesses receive the tools, funding, mentorship, and community support they need to scale their impact.
Participants will benefit from:
Investment readiness training and technical assistance tailored for women-led enterprises.
Hands-on coaching to improve operational efficiency and leadership skills.
Strategies for securing market linkages and accelerating business growth.
Opportunities for receiving a catalytic grant of up to $10,000 for top-performing businesses.
Access to a Community of Practice (CoP) that fosters peer learning, mentorship, and long-term networking.
The program is committed to building a more inclusive digital economy by strengthening the capacity of women entrepreneurs to create jobs, solve real-world problems, and drive sustainable development.
🗓️ Program Structure and Schedule
The Futuremakers Women in Tech Uganda 2025 program follows a comprehensive and immersive schedule:
April 17, 2025: Applications Open
May 30, 2025: Application Deadline
June 2 – June 4, 2025: Application Review and Shortlisting
June 5 – June 6, 2025: Final Interviews and Selection
June 11, 2025: Cohort Announcement
June 12, 2025: Program Kickoff
June 16 – August 15, 2025: Acceleration Bootcamp
July 16 – August 15, 2025: Mentorship & Coaching Phase
August 28, 2025: Demo Day and Graduation
September 8 – September 19, 2025: Roadshow and Business Exposure Opportunities
Throughout this journey, entrepreneurs will engage in customized workshops, pitch practice sessions, mentorship circles, and networking events, culminating in Demo Day where they showcase their businesses to potential investors and partners.
🎁 Program Benefits
Catalytic Grant: Up to $10,000 to scale your business.
Business Development: Tailored technical assistance in business modeling, financial planning, operations, and growth strategy.
Mentorship: One-on-one coaching from industry experts and seasoned entrepreneurs.
Market Access: Exposure to new markets, investors, and potential partners.
Community Building: Membership in an exclusive Community of Practice for continued support and peer-to-peer learning.
Visibility: Opportunities to pitch your business at Demo Day and during the Roadshow to key stakeholders.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Futuremakers Women in Tech (WiT) Uganda Program 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Women-led: At least one woman co-founder involved full-time in the business.
Registered in Uganda: Business must be legally incorporated and operating within Uganda.
Small-Scale Business: Employs fewer than 10 people with annual revenue under USD 100,000.
Business Stage: Must have a minimum viable product (MVP) with validation (revenue, user adoption, pilot projects, or partnerships).
Tech Orientation: Business must be tech-based or tech-enabled, using digital innovation as a key driver.
Impact Alignment: Contributes toward at least one United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) such as poverty reduction, gender equality, decent work, climate action, or access to essential services.
📝 Application Procedure
Submit your application online through the official program portal (link to be announced on Innovation Village or Futuremakers websites).
Prepare to provide key information about your business, your entrepreneurial journey, and how your business aligns with the program’s goals.
📂 Required Documents:
Completed application form
Copy of business registration documents
Proof of MVP and market validation (sales reports, partnership letters, etc.)
Business pitch deck (recommended)
🗓️ Applications are open until 30th May 2025. Early submissions are highly encouraged as slots are limited and selection is competitive.
🗓️ Selected participants will be announced on 11th June 2025, and the program officially kicks off on 12th June 2025.
🔗 OFFICIAL LINK
