Breaking the Gender Tech Barier (Eposi’s Digital Storefront)
Eposi, a young mother in Mokindi, ran a small batik textile business. Despite her talent, her sales were limited to her local neighborhood. Like many women in her community, she felt “tech-shy” and believed the internet was only for entertainment, not for business.
Eposi joined our Girls in Tech & Entrepreneurship workshop. We provided a safe learning space where she learned how to use a smartphone for more than just calls. We taught her digital marketing, basic bookkeeping apps, and how to showcase her products on social media.
Today, Eposi doesn’t just sell to her neighbors; she receives orders from across Cameroon via WhatsApp and Instagram. Her monthly income has increased by 60%, allowing her to pay for her daughter’s school fees in full. “The digital world used to feel like a locked door,” Eposi explains. “ITAFOCAM” gave me the key.”