Absa Bank Kenya, in partnership with GirlCode, has launched the 2025 GirlCodeHack, a Pan-African women-in-tech hackathon designed to empower 100 young Kenyan women aged 18-35 to address real-world challenges in FinTech, Cybersecurity, and AI. By creating a platform for young women to develop innovative solutions, Absa and GirlCode are positioning participants to lead in Africa’s rapidly evolving digital economy. What they’re saying:– “This hackathon is a gateway to opportunity,” said Julius Kamau, Absa Kenya’s Chief Operations and Digital Officer. By prioritizing young women, Absa and GirlCode are building a pipeline of diverse talent to drive the continent’s digital transformation. With mentorship, technical training, and a focus on real-world impact, the hackathon equips participants to become leaders in their fields.