The Women in Tech Accelerator is a specialized program providing business support for women-led or women-owned businesses that utilize technology. Initiated by Standard Chartered Bank Ghana in partnership with the Ghana Climate Innovation Centre, the project aims to foster greater diversity of thought and innovation within the technology sector. It seeks to create more opportunities for women who apply technology in their operations to achieve entrepreneurial excellence. While the initiative is currently active in Kenya, Nigeria, UAE, and Pakistan, this particular accelerator is focused on the Ghanaian ecosystem.
Program Details
• Program Duration: 6 months
• Application Window: 2 March – 27 March 2026.
• Key Partners: Standard Chartered Bank Ghana, Ghana Climate Innovation Centre (an institute of Ashesi University)
Core Offerings
The program includes a combination of business advisory and financial interventions designed to support participants. These components are:
• High-Value Mini MBA Program: Delivered by the Ghana Climate Innovation Centre.
• Women Entrepreneurs’ Transformation Programme: A dedicated module for female founders.
• Financial Grant Opportunities: Participants have the chance to pitch for and secure financial grants to scale their businesses.
• Portfolio Manager Access: Direct access to portfolio managers for guidance and support.
About the Organizers
• Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited: Established in 1896 as the Bank of British West Africa, it is Ghana's premier bank and part of an international banking group with a presence in 59 markets. The bank's purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through its unique diversity, guided by its brand promise, 'Here for good'. It is committed to promoting sustainable and equitable economic and social development and is listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange.
• Ghana Climate Innovation Centre (GCIC): An institute of Ashesi University, the GCIC is a business incubator focused on developing sustainable enterprises and climate-responsive SME ventures in Ghana. Its mission is to support transformational entrepreneurs who are pioneering solutions for economic resilience and climate change. The centre provides premium business advisory, mentoring services, technical support for prototyping and testing, and financial grants to qualifying SMEs.
This accelerator represents a significant opportunity for women in technology to gain access to a comprehensive support system. By combining high-level business education, specialized entrepreneurial training, mentorship, and direct financial opportunities, the program is structured to empower women-led businesses to scale effectively and contribute to innovation within their respective markets.