Tech Herfrica, a social impact organization committed to bridging the digital divide and breaking the cycle of poverty among women and girls in rural African communities, has won the MEA Business Award 2025.
The organization emerged winner in the “Best Digital Inclusion Initiative 2025 Africa” category, in recognition of its outstanding efforts in promoting social inclusion and equity through technology.
Announcing the award on its verified website, MEA Markets stated: “We are delighted to officially announce the winner of the MEA Business Award 2025 as the Best Digital Inclusion Initiative 2025 – Africa.”
The MEA Business Awards celebrate organizations that are driving growth, adapting to change, and making meaningful impact across regions and continent.
Tech Herfrica has been widely recognized for its work in improving digital literacy, increasing access to smartphones, and enabling the meaningful use of technology to boost income opportunities for rural women.
In 2023, the organization also won the SDG Digital Game Changers Award, presented by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), for its contribution to sustainable digital development.
Reacting to the latest recognition, Founder of Tech Herfrica, Imade Bibowei-Osuobeni, expressed gratitude to the award organizers and reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to empowering women through innovation.
“This award means so much to us. It is not just an award, but a recognition of our humble contribution to impacting the lives of women, which aligns with our core mission and vision,” she said.
“We are encouraged by this recognition to continue doing more to uplift women across Africa out of poverty and deprivation by leveraging technology.”
Tech Herfrica noted that it will continue to roll out innovative digital solutions aimed at improving livelihoods and advancing gender equity across the African continent.
