Advancing women’s role in Seychelles’ tech future   |15 May 2026

Tafita Chang Pen Tive (left) represented both Absa African Region (ARO) and Absa Seychelles.at the Women in Tech® Global Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa

 By Sunny Esparon

As global conversations around digital innovation and inclusion gain momentum, Seychelles is also seeing growing interest in creating opportunities for women in technology. Following her participation at the Women in Tech® Global Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, Seychelles NATION spoke with Tafita Chang Pen Tive, who works in the service technology department at Absa Bank Seychelles.

Seychelles NATION: Could you tell us about your role at the Women in Tech® Global Summit 2026 and how you became part of the Seychelles delegation?

Ms Chang Pen Tive: I attended the summit as a delegate representing both Absa African Region (ARO) and Absa Seychelles. This year was particularly historic, as it marked the first time the global summit was hosted on African soil. I was proud to contribute to such an impactful event, joining a worldwide network of professionals committed to advancing women in technology. 

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