Kriss Brochec: Pioneering Digital Transformation and Empowering Women in Congo's Tech Space

She is renowned for her commitment to leveraging digital technologies to drive economic development in Africa.

Brochec began her career in the 2000s, becoming one of the first webmasters in Congo, earning her the nickname “Mama Digital.”

With expertise in communication, management, and digital marketing, she has been deeply involved in promoting digital transformation in Congo and beyond.

Kriss is the founder of the Africa Digital Academy, which offers training programs aimed at empowering communities, including women, entrepreneurs, and farmers, by teaching them how to harness digital tools for their benefit.

The academy has successfully created over 200 websites and trained numerous individuals across various sectors.

Brochec is also a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment, pushing for greater inclusion of women in the tech industry and helping to break down barriers in the digital space.

Her work has focused on closing the digital divide in Africa, and she is also a vocal supporter of initiatives that help foster digital inclusion, especially for women in Congo, to create more opportunities in tech.