She Code Africa Laptop Scholarship 2026: Free Laptop Opportunity for Women in Tech in Africa

Access to technology remains one of the biggest barriers for women and girls across Africa who aspire to build careers in tech. The She Code Africa Laptop Scholarship is designed to bridge this gap by providing essential tools—starting with a laptop—to unlock learning, innovation, and career opportunities.

This initiative goes beyond device distribution. It equips the next generation of African women with the tools, skills, and support needed to thrive in the digital economy.

Key Details

• Opportunity: She Code Africa Laptop Scholarship
• Target Group: Women and girls in Africa
• Benefit: Free personal laptop + access to training, mentorship, and career opportunities
• Focus Areas: Technology, digital skills, coding, innovation
• Funding Type: Fully supported (laptop provided)

Access to technology remains one of the biggest barriers for women and girls across Africa who aspire to build careers in tech. The She Code Africa Laptop Scholarship is designed to bridge this gap by providing essential tools—starting with a laptop—to unlock learning, innovation, and career opportunities.

This initiative goes beyond device distribution. It equips the next generation of African women with the tools, skills, and support needed to thrive in the digital economy.

Why the She Code Africa Laptop Scholarship Matters

For many young women in Africa, passion for technology is not enough. Without access to a personal computer, opportunities such as coding bootcamps, remote jobs, certifications, and digital entrepreneurship remain out of reach.

The She Code Africa Laptop Scholarship addresses this challenge by removing financial and access barriers and enabling participation in training, mentorship, and career pathways in the tech ecosystem.

Eligibility Criteria

The scholarship is open to:

• Women and girls across Africa
• Individuals passionate about technology and digital skills
• Aspiring developers, designers, data analysts, and tech entrepreneurs
• Beginners or those already on their tech journey but lacking access to a laptop

Benefits of the Laptop Scholarship

Selected beneficiaries will receive:

• A personal laptop for learning and building projects
• Access to She Code Africa Academy training programs
• Mentorship opportunities with industry professionals
• Support in pursuing full-time jobs, certifications, or entrepreneurial projects

How the Scholarship Supports Career Growth

With access to a laptop, beneficiaries can enroll in online courses, build portfolios, apply for remote roles, and develop innovative solutions. The scholarship helps create a pipeline of skilled African women ready to participate in the global digital economy.

Sponsorship and Partnership Opportunities

Companies, organizations, and individuals can support the program by sponsoring laptops and related program costs. This is a direct way to invest in the future of women in technology in Africa.

Sponsorship Options

• Full Sponsor: Covers laptop cost, logistics, program support, and recipient tracking
• Laptop-Only Sponsor: Covers the laptop while additional funding supports logistics and administration
• Impact Sponsor: Supports delivery, tracking, and long-term sustainability of the program

Flexible sponsorship options ensure that partners can contribute based on their capacity while still making a meaningful impact.

How to Apply or Support

Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyCW-zLouo9whyemPY82sdl3KoT9ly-x3hJQJg7YciS3xUJg/viewform

Find out more here https://shecodeafrica.org/initiatives 

Deadline: 11:59PM WAT, April 23rd, 2026.
Only successful applicants will be contacted via email after the review process.

Make a donation to support a beneficiary through the program

Pro Tip for Applicants

Clearly demonstrate your passion for technology, your learning goals, and how access to a laptop will help you create impact in your career or community.

Explore More Opportunities for Africans

For more scholarships, fellowships, and opportunities, visit: https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/?s=Africa