Date: Monday, 10th March 2025

Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location: University of Nairobi and Online

Theme: “SheWhoSecures: Lighting the Path to a Safer Digital Future”

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Nominations still Open - https://forms.gle/cn7WMMLstFudzyBP8

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T1CWWA Website - https://www.acyberschool.com/top100africa

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Register to attend: *https://www.acyberschool.com/events/top-100-cybersecurity-women-to-watch-in-africa-2025-nominees-unveiling*

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Program Schedule

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3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Arrival and Immersive Experience

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• Engagement Activities: Attendees write their hopes for women in cybersecurity on a “Wall of Dreams.” Virtual attendees share their thoughts via an interactive chat wall.

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3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Opening Ceremony - “Lighting the Way”

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• Opening Performance: A spoken word artist performs “SheWhoSecures”, celebrating the resilience and leadership of women in cybersecurity.

Welcome Remarks: Special guest - Immaculate Kassait, Data Commissioner. Kenya.

1. Dean of the School of Computing and Informatics, University of Nairobi
   • The university’s role in empowering women in tech and the importance of diversity in cybersecurity.
2. Professor Andrew Mwaura Kahonge, Chair of the Department of Computer Science, UoN
   • Highlighting academic initiatives in support of women in technology.
   • Showcasing the department’s efforts to provide mentorship and hands-on opportunities for female students in cybersecurity.
3. Faith Odhiambo, LSK Chair and UoN Alumna
   • Bridging the gap between law and cybersecurity.
   • How women in cybersecurity can strengthen digital rights and advocate for online safety.
4. Alice Munyua, Senior Director, Mozilla
   • Keynote: “Bridging Gaps: Women Leading in Cybersecurity”
   • How Mozilla is creating opportunities for women in tech, focusing on visibility, mentorship, and leadership.
5. Richard Muthua, Liquid Technologies
   • “Diversity as a Catalyst for Innovation”
   • The strategic importance of supporting women in cybersecurity and how Equity Bank is contributing to this mission.