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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal"><i style="text-align:start;white-space:normal;text-decoration:none"><b>(Apologies for cross-posting)</b></i></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Dear Colleagues,</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Registration for the "Stories of Resilience: Celebrating African Women Shaping Digital Transformation" Webinar is ongoing.
As we celebrate this year’s International Girls in ICT Day themed, “Girls in ICT for Inclusive Digital Transformation,” we are reminded that Africa's digital future must be built by all and that includes the voices, innovations, and leadership of women.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.8;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Date: 17th April 2025</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.8;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Duration: 1:30 Hrs</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.8;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:12pt"><span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal"><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jsm653P-SRGGvBsjGiMlxA" style="color: rgb(0, 120, 215);" data-outlook-id="c80cda4d-d86e-4657-9ee9-295890ca65a8">Registration
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">The session will be moderated by Ms. Sarah Kiden,</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; white-space: pre-wrap; line-height: normal; color: rgb(152, 0, 0);"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: none; white-space: pre-wrap; line-height: normal; color: rgb(33, 33, 33);">Research
Fellow at the University of Southampton. With her in the panel will be:</span></p>
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<span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Mrs. Eyitayo Iyortim- Board Chairperson AfTLD </span></p>
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<span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Mrs. Anne Rachel Inne - Digital for Development Consultant, Africa Ultimate Expertise </span></p>
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<span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Mrs. Fiona Asonga - Chief Executive Officer, Tespok</span></p>
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<span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Mrs. Wafa Dahmani - Stakeholder Development Liaison, AFRINIC</span></p>
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<span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Ms. Manhal Mohammed- Senior Systems Engineer, AFRINIC</span></p>
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<span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Mrs. Meriem Slimani - Development Coordinator, ATU</span><span style="text-decoration: none; white-space: pre-wrap; line-height: normal; color: rgb(152, 0, 0);"> </span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Across Africa, the digital revolution is reshaping economies, industries, and societies. Yet, despite the rapid growth
of ICT, women remain significantly underrepresented in the sector. Structural barriers, societal expectations, and workplace biases continue to limit the participation of women in the very field that is driving the continent’s future. Despite the odds, there
are trailblazing women across Africa who have defied these odds, risen to the challenge, shattered glass ceilings, and proved that the future of ICT must be inclusive.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Through candid conversations, the webinar will highlight the challenges, triumphs, and impact of their work in a “male-dominated”
field. The panelists will offer insights, mentorship, and nuggets of wisdom to young women aspiring to break into and thrive in ICT, demonstrating that inclusion is not just necessary but essential for Africa’s digital future. This webinar is not just about
storytelling, it is about building a movement that fosters diversity and equity in ICT, inspiring the next generation of African women to become leaders, innovators, and change makers in the digital space.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Key Takeaways</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.8;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Gain insights as to why diversity in ICT is crucial for Africa’s growth and how women can take the lead in shaping
an inclusive digital transformation.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.8;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Learn from the real-life experiences of trailblazing African women in tech, as they share their challenges, achievements,
and impact.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.8;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:12pt"><span style="text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Be inspired and motivated to pursue a career in technology, with actionable lessons on breaking barriers and stepping
into leadership roles in ICT.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Be sure to save the date and spread the word as your participation is key to making these sessions a success!</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">Explore the full schedule and learn more about each webinar both previous and upcoming on our</span><a href="https://afrinic.net/events/webinar-series" data-outlook-id="ef62504e-14fb-4884-a688-10eece2f949f" style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(0, 120, 215);"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; white-space: pre-wrap; line-height: normal; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Webinar
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<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;text-decoration:none;white-space:pre-wrap;line-height:normal">We look forward to having you join us for these insightful sessions!</span></p>
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