Govt to Support 20 Women-Led Startups Every Year

The Government of Pakistan aims to support 20 women-led technology startups annually, as outlined by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT). The Ministry's proposed Women Innovation and Startup Empowerment (WISE) Lab will provide dedicated startup assistance and digital skills training to both women-led startups and female micro-entrepreneurs.

The initiative seeks to help entrepreneurs develop business ideas, strengthen their commercial potential, and increase their participation in Pakistan’s technology sector. Additionally, the plan includes training 200 female micro-entrepreneurs each year to enhance their ability to use digital tools and technology-enabled business solutions.

This would enable women-led small businesses to improve operations, reach more customers, and explore opportunities in digital marketplaces. The proposed measures aim to address barriers to women's participation in technology entrepreneurship, such as limited access to relevant skills, business networks, and institutional support.

By offering dedicated innovation support and entrepreneurship training, the Ministry hopes to assist women in transforming technical knowledge and business ideas into sustainable ventures. These initiatives are part of broader efforts to boost women's involvement in emerging technologies and technology-driven economic activity, thereby creating more opportunities for women to establish technology businesses and contribute to Pakistan's digital economy.