Gertrude Abagale
Gertrude is a solutions engineer at Paystack, specializing in cloud computing, software development, and cybersecurity. A mentor with Na’amal and a volunteer with PyLadies Ghana. She supports underrepresented technologists and fosters inclusive tech communities. She contributes to open source and speaks at tech events. Passionate about empowering others, she advocates for a thriving tech ecosystem
Session
The African tech ecosystem has seen remarkable growth, but challenges like limited mentorship, fewer role models, and a lack of community-driven collaboration persist. PyLadies, a global initiative supporting women in Python, presents an opportunity to bridge these gaps. This talk explores how we can leverage PyLadies chapters to foster technical growth, increase mentorship, and create a stronger,