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๐ Ethiopiaโs Tech Future is in Capable Hands! #WomenWhoRedefinePossible #IWD2025
As a senior development manager with 17 years in Ethiopia's tech sector, today's Women Techmakers event left me awestruck. The caliber of discussion at DxValley 2.
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โจ Thatโs a Wrap! โจ
This Saturday, Women Techmakers Addis: International Womenโs Day 2025 brought together passionate attendees, bold conversations, brilliant ideas, and unmatched energy under one powerful theme: Redefine Possible.
From inspiring keynotes and a powerful panel to our hackathon demo showcase and a future-facing fireside chat, every moment reminded us that change starts with community.
๐ A huge thank you to everyone who showed up with your voice, vision, and passion.
๐ค To our incredible speakers, panelists, moderators ,and judges your insights, stories, and leadership lit up the room. Thank you for redefining whatโs possible and showing whatโs ahead.
๐ Special thanks to our incredible sponsors and partners: the Cooperative Bank of Oromia, Reach for Change Ethiopia, and the International Trade Centre. Your support made this possible.
Hereโs to more fearless thinking, inclusive innovation, and rewriting the rules together.
๐ธ Stay tuned for photos, recaps, and more!
#RedefinePossible
This Saturday, Women Techmakers Addis: International Womenโs Day 2025 brought together passionate attendees, bold conversations, brilliant ideas, and unmatched energy under one powerful theme: Redefine Possible.
From inspiring keynotes and a powerful panel to our hackathon demo showcase and a future-facing fireside chat, every moment reminded us that change starts with community.
๐ A huge thank you to everyone who showed up with your voice, vision, and passion.
๐ค To our incredible speakers, panelists, moderators ,and judges your insights, stories, and leadership lit up the room. Thank you for redefining whatโs possible and showing whatโs ahead.
๐ Special thanks to our incredible sponsors and partners: the Cooperative Bank of Oromia, Reach for Change Ethiopia, and the International Trade Centre. Your support made this possible.
Hereโs to more fearless thinking, inclusive innovation, and rewriting the rules together.
๐ธ Stay tuned for photos, recaps, and more!
#RedefinePossible
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โจ Women Techmakers Addis IWD 2025 โ The Recap is Here! ๐ฅ
The laughter, the learning, the bold ideas โ we captured it all.
From inspiring talks to the hackathon magic, it was a day full of energy and community.
We came together to share stories, build boldly, and show whatโs possible when we lift each other up.
๐ If you were there โ relive it.
If you missed it โ this is your sign to join us next time.
#WTMAddis #IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #TogetherWeBuild
The laughter, the learning, the bold ideas โ we captured it all.
From inspiring talks to the hackathon magic, it was a day full of energy and community.
We came together to share stories, build boldly, and show whatโs possible when we lift each other up.
๐ If you were there โ relive it.
If you missed it โ this is your sign to join us next time.
#WTMAddis #IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #TogetherWeBuild
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Ready to Redefine Possible?
Join us for IWD 2025 โ Redefine Possible, a powerful celebration of women in tech, innovation, and leadership!
Hosted by Google Women Techmakers in collaboration with Nuna Ethiopia, GDG on Campus HiLCoE, Chewata Awaqi and Efuye Gela, this one-of-a-kind event brings together trailblazing speakers, dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, and unmatched networking.
What to expect:
โจ Insightful keynotes
๐ค Bold panel discussions
๐ค Real connections
๐ Interactive tech workshops
๐ Giveaways & refreshments
Come learn, connect, and be inspired by women who are pushing boundaries and creating change. Whether you're a student, developer, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, this is your moment to redefine whatโs possible.
Save the date:
๐ April 26, 2025
๐ Nuna Ethiopia
๐ Register now
Letโs shape the future together.
#IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #WTMEthiopia #WomenInTech
Join us for IWD 2025 โ Redefine Possible, a powerful celebration of women in tech, innovation, and leadership!
Hosted by Google Women Techmakers in collaboration with Nuna Ethiopia, GDG on Campus HiLCoE, Chewata Awaqi and Efuye Gela, this one-of-a-kind event brings together trailblazing speakers, dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, and unmatched networking.
What to expect:
โจ Insightful keynotes
๐ค Bold panel discussions
๐ค Real connections
๐ Interactive tech workshops
๐ Giveaways & refreshments
Come learn, connect, and be inspired by women who are pushing boundaries and creating change. Whether you're a student, developer, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, this is your moment to redefine whatโs possible.
Save the date:
๐ April 26, 2025
๐ Nuna Ethiopia
๐ Register now
Letโs shape the future together.
#IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #WTMEthiopia #WomenInTech
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๐ AASTU Tech Fest 2025 is HERE! ๐
Mark your calendars: Wednesday, May 7th, 2025! ๐
Hosted by GDG On Campus AASTU and CGI AASTU, this yearโs Tech Fest is going bigger and better than ever! ๐คโจ
Were you part of the excitement last year?
If not, donโt worry โ weโre back, and weโre making it even more unforgettable!
Weโll celebrate all the achievements we made this past year, and youโll also meet professionals, connect with companies, and hear from special guests.
(If you remember the push-up challenge with Addis Alemayehou last time โ just wait to see whatโs coming this year!)
โ Sponsors will be there with real opportunities.
โ Big surprises lined up.
โ Full-day fun you don't want to miss.
AND GUESS WHAT?
Are you an early bird? Weโve got something special just for you!
First come, first served โ so be among the first to register and claim it! ๐
This isnโt just another event โ itโs YOUR chance to connect, grow, and be part of something bigger.
What are you waiting for?
RSVP now
#AASTUTechFest2025
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โญ๏ธ Oromia Hackathon 2025 is Almost Here!
The #VisitOromiaTourismHackathon is back for its fourth year. We want to help you make your ideas real and improve tourism in Ethiopia.
๐ปWhen:June 22 โ 24, 2025
๐ปWhat: Solve real problems and make a real difference.
๐ฐPrizes: You could win up to 100,000 ETB!
โ 1st Place: 100,000 ETB
โ 2nd Place: 75,000 ETB
โ 3rd Place: 25,000 ETB
๐ Register now:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQCmRgAR6c8vA9zqlTGtS0NO_fqJo7A3NHC0dV2PFmOIBvfQ/viewform
Are you a creative person who loves tourism, hospitality, or technology? Do you want to build something important but need a way to start? This is your chance!
The #VisitOromiaTourismHackathon is back for its fourth year. We want to help you make your ideas real and improve tourism in Ethiopia.
๐ปWhen:June 22 โ 24, 2025
๐ปWhat: Solve real problems and make a real difference.
๐ฐPrizes: You could win up to 100,000 ETB!
โ 1st Place: 100,000 ETB
โ 2nd Place: 75,000 ETB
โ 3rd Place: 25,000 ETB
๐ Register now:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQCmRgAR6c8vA9zqlTGtS0NO_fqJo7A3NHC0dV2PFmOIBvfQ/viewform
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"Given the opportunity, there are enough skilled developers in Ethiopia that can significantly improve these state-managed platforms"
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https://shega.co/news/why-most-government-websites-in-ethiopia-barely-work
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https://shega.co/news/why-most-government-websites-in-ethiopia-barely-work
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Why Most Government Websites in Ethiopia Barely Work
While federal and regional agencies have embraced e-services, many citizens are still greeted with โ404 errors,โ and dysfunctional portals. Digital Ethiopia remains plagued by dead links and outdated content.
๐ฐ $280,000 awaits the champion ๐ฐ
Prize Pool
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๐ฅ 2nd: $83 800
๐ฅ 3rd: $42 000
๐ 4th: $14 000
2025 Tencent Advertising Algorithm Competition โ the global competition for elite programmers and engineers, hosted by Tencent Ads.
Career Fast-Track
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๐ข All finalists: Priority interviews for full-time roles
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๐ Register before: July 31, 2025
๐ Sign up now: https://algo.qq.com/
#TencentAds #AlgorithmCompetition #MLChallenge #Hiring
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Prize Pool
๐ฅ 1st: $280 000
๐ฅ 2nd: $83 800
๐ฅ 3rd: $42 000
๐ 4th: $14 000
2025 Tencent Advertising Algorithm Competition โ the global competition for elite programmers and engineers, hosted by Tencent Ads.
Career Fast-Track
๐ขTop 10 teams: Guaranteed full-time offers at Tencent
๐ข All finalists: Priority interviews for full-time roles
๐ข All semi-finalists: Internship offers + exclusive swag & gadgets
๐ Register before: July 31, 2025
๐ Sign up now: https://algo.qq.com/
#TencentAds #AlgorithmCompetition #MLChallenge #Hiring
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