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The programme intends to recruit 100 women from diverse backgrounds in
Speaking during the launch,
"Bridging this gap is vital and requires us to shift our mentality to that of opportunities by accepting the new world as it is unfolding in front of our eyes. A strong mentorship network is essential to attract and retain underrepresented women in this industry," said Ngari.
He further noted there is a need to tap into new sources of cybersecurity-related talents to help grow and diversify the talent pool in the sector as it presents new opportunities and challenges hence the need for increasing the cyberspace capacity.
Study, reported that the world Cybersecurity workforce must grow by 65 per cent in 2022 to effectively defend
organisations' critical assets, demonstrating the need for more capacity building in the cyberspace
Commenting on the launch, Director @iLabAfrica at Strathmore University
"With this programme, we are creating a space for women in cyber security to get access to the support skills, knowledge and networks necessary for professional growth and we hope to see increased interest and adoption of cyber security roles by women in
Those who will be selected to join the mentorship programme will be selected through a very competitive process and are required to be proficient in both English and Kiswahili with access to a strong internet connection as the programme will be exclusively virtual.
The programme will have a self-paced learning model and the mentees will also enjoy mentorship circles and fireside chats.
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