Fintech is a rapidly growing industry that has the potential to revolutionize the way we access and manage our finances. However, as with many fields in technology, there is a significant gender gap that needs to be addressed. According to a recent report, women make up only 29% of the fintech workforce, and they hold only 19% of senior management positions.

We spoke to Akalia Rachael, Regional Marketing Manager for West Africa at Yellow Card Financial about  the importance of closing the gender gap in this sector.

Fintech is a rapidly growing industry that has the potential to revolutionize the way we access and manage our finances. However, as with many fields in technology, there is a significant gender gap that needs to be addressed. According to a recent report, women make up only 29% of the fintech workforce, and they hold only 19% of senior management positions.
We spoke to Akalia Rachael, Regional Marketing Manager for West Africa at Yellow Card Financial about  the importance of closing the gender gap in this sector.

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