Powering your business to the next level
Women in Tech: Botswana
Designed to take your business further with the right support, network and momentum.
Application Closes: 02 May 2026
About the
program
The Women in Tech (WiT) Accelerator Programme is an initiative by the Standard Chartered Foundation, reflecting the Bank's commitment to addressing inequality and promoting economic inclusion globally.
Delivered in partnership with the Dream Factory Foundation in Botswana, the programme supports women entrepreneurs developing innovative or tech-enabled solutions, helping them accelerate their businesses to the next stage of growth.
Who we are
looking for
We are seeking women entrepreneurs in Botswana who have a growth mindset, a passion for innovation, and a vision to leverage technology to scale their businesses. Ideal candidates are dedicated to their ventures and committed to advancing female entrepreneurship in the country.
Programme
BenefitsNetworking
Connect with investors, partners & the global WiT alumni network
Seed Funding
Up to US$50,000 equity-free for top winners
Mentorship
Provides consistent guidance, support, and practical direction.
Skills Training
5-month programme: finance, marketing & digital tools, business models
1-on-1 Coaching
Personalised sessions on leadership & financial skills
Pitch
Competition
Showcase your business to investors at the pitch finale
Eligibility
criteria
Women entrepreneurs aged 18-40Registered business in BotswanaOperating between 1-10 yearsAt least 50% Botswana-ownedAt least 50% women-led or women-ownedAnnual revenue P1 million or less10 or fewer full-time employeesTech-enabled or intent to become tech-enabledAvailable for the full 5-month programmeApplication Closes: 02 MAY 2026
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criteria
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Meet our
Alumni
Tebogo Kale
CEO/Founder of T.B.K POTATO FARM
Tebogo Kale
T.B.K POTATO FARM
Agriculture: Our business makes seedling for vegetables, flowers and crops. We supply them to farmers
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Florence Tshiamo Koobake
CEO/Founder of Aquasprings still water
Florence Tshiamo Koobake
Aquasprings still water
Water: Water purification
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Thatayaone Nkokoto
CEO/Founder of Migwom
Thatayaone Nkokoto
Migwom
Machinery: Industrial Automation
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Matlhogonolo Seadimo
CEO/Founder of Mattie's Success
Matlhogonolo Seadimo
Mattie's Success
Beauty: Hair braid manufacturing
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Gadibusetse Setshwantsho
CEO/Founder of Infinite Technologies
Gadibusetse Setshwantsho
Infinite Technologies
Tech: Digital transformation through software development solutions
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Neo Bridgette Nthepha Kitso
CEO/Founder of Tlhakakgolo Literary Journal
Neo Bridgette Nthepha Kitso
Tlhakakgolo Literary Journal
Media: Tlhakakgolo is an online literary journal and store that is home to and a point of sale for literary products (novels) and art by Africans. Tlhakakgolo Literary Journal also publishes news that report on the recent events of, and commemorates creative work by Africans in the continent and the diaspora.
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Reitumetse Keikotlhaile
CEO/Founder of Aenê Collective
Reitumetse Keikotlhaile
Aenê Collective
Education: A Botswana indigenous language and culture agency that provides language services
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Heather Monare
CEO/Founder of Hatherleigh Co.
Heather Monare
Hatherleigh Co.
Media: Help SME’s scale through market visibility and capturing by providing affordable, high-quality branding
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Agang K. Ditlhogo
CEO/Founder of The Clicking Generation
Agang K. Ditlhogo
The Clicking Generation
Tech: Digital skills training
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Pelontle Maphula
CEO/Founder of SOLAR WORLD BOTSWANA
Pelontle Maphula
SOLAR WORLD BOTSWANA
Solar Energy: Supply and installation of solar systems, energy saving and energy metering techniques
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Lebogang G Solomon
CEO/Founder of LGS International
Lebogang G Solomon
LGS International
Tech: LGS International, a software development company.
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Tlamelo Cindy Melemo
CEO/Founder of Softberry Solutions
Tlamelo Cindy Melemo
Softberry Solutions
Tech: We are a profit Organisation called Softberry Solutions we provide and build technology services within Africa providing
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Mboko Basiami
CEO/Founder of Glotto
Mboko Basiami
Glotto
Clothing Brand: GLOTTO is an evolving creative brand that manufactures ready to wear, bespoke, and runway garments.
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Ontifile Gaokgorwe
CEO/Founder of The Bees Hive Academy
Ontifile Gaokgorwe
The Bees Hive Academy
Education: The Bees Hive Academy provides inclusive early childhood education in Botswana focus on children with disabilities
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Atamelang Adelaide Samantha Free
CEO/Founder of Skin Free Soaps
Atamelang Adelaide Samantha Free
Skin Free Soaps
Beauty: product manufacturer of beauty skin care products
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Mmakwena Moesi
CEO/Founder of Viva Organica
Mmakwena Moesi
Viva Organica
Agricutlure: Viva Organica is an innovative biotech-based company committed to supporting smallholder farmers by providing sustainable, biological, and organic agricultural inputs
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Kealeboga Merafhe Siwawa
CEO/Founder of Nthoppa Fintech
Kealeboga Merafhe Siwawa
Nthoppa Fintech
Fin Tech: Providing financial products for the informal sector.
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Dimpho Janet Lecha
CEO/Founder of PSYCH AIDE
Dimpho Janet Lecha
PSYCH AIDE
Health: Psych Aide offers holistic, science-based solutions for psychological health, wellness, and productivity to both individuals and businesses.
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Keitumetse Ketlhoilwe
CEO/Founder of Yummy Farms
Keitumetse Ketlhoilwe
Yummy Farms
Agriculture: Organic Farming of non popular produce
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Betsi Maretlwaneng
CEO/Founder of Mmale Investments
Betsi Maretlwaneng
Mmale Investments
Clothing: beading
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