Laetitia Mernsuh Bomba
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Laetitia Mernsuh
Special Guest
Founder & CEO, EmpowerHer Tech Foundation
Laetitia is the visionary founder of the EmpowerHer Tech Foundation, a dynamic organization committed to bridging the digital gender gap and empowering women and children across Africa. Recognizing the deep disparities in technology access and education, Bomba has dedicated her life to fostering an inclusive digital future. Her initiatives focus on equipping women with vital digital skills and preparing the next generation for a tech-driven world by emphasizing coding, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial skills.
Beyond digital empowerment, Bomba is driving environmental and economic transformation through sustainable innovation. She is spearheading efforts in planting economic trees, ensuring communities benefit from long-term ecological and financial stability. Her work in waste transformation and biochar production plays a crucial role in improving soil fertility, reducing carbon footprints, and creating new economic opportunities for underserved populations.
Bomba is also at the forefront of climate finance, building a carbon credit bank that leverages blockchain technology to accurately track and trade carbon credits across Africa. This initiative not only helps businesses and governments meet their sustainability targets but also provides local communities with financial incentives for engaging in eco-friendly practices such as reforestation, regenerative agriculture, and waste management.
Her foundation continues to address the need for relevant educational content, moving beyond traditional subjects to include entrepreneurial courses that equip students with the skills to build sustainable livelihoods. By integrating technology with economic and environmental sustainability, Bomba is creating a holistic model of empowerment—one that transforms lives, landscapes, and legacies across Africa.