PalmPay empowers 100 women in tech

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In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, PalmPay, a financial technology company, has empowered about 100 women with different technology skills. The firm disclosed this in Lagos during the second edition of its “PalmPay Purple Woman 2.0 Masterclass.” The event, which was held from March 6 to 8, ensured that the over 100 women aged 18 – 30, selected through a competitive process received intensive training in various tech disciplines.

Speaking on the theme of the programme, titled: “Accelerating the Future of Payments: Women, AI and Fintech,” the Head of Marketing and Communications, PalmPay Nigeria, Femi Hanson, noted that “since the masterclass commenced, “we have had over 100 women trained on HR, Data Analysis, Product Management, Software Engineering, DevOps, UX/UI, and Digital Marketing.

“We recognize that technology is a powerful enabler, and for too long, women have been underrepresented in the fintech and tech industries. That is why PalmPay is committed to breaking barriers, providing access to digital skills, and creating pathways for women to thrive in the world of finance and technology.”

Hanson encouraged women to leverage the knowledge shared, network with peers, and embrace the limitless opportunities ahead.

The training was organised in collaboration with distinguished industry leaders, including Kemi Okusanya, CEO of Hydrogen Pay; Lara Osunsoko, Executive Director, Operations at Stanbic Pensions; and ObianujuOdukwe, Vice President, Digital Ecosystems at Interswitch Group.

On the final day, 10 outstanding participants were awarded six-month internships across various PalmPay departments. This opportunity allowed them to gain hands-on experience and further their skills within a leading Fintech environment.

Palmpay noted that this year’s International Women’s Day, which has the theme “Accelerate Action’ reinforced the significant role of women in the socio-economic development of society. It stressed that IWD is a day to call for gender parity in line with sustainable development goal (SDG) 5 and honour women for their contribution to the political, economic, and cultural spheres.