Rosemary Francis is one of Computer Weekly's Women in Tech to Watch 2026

Rosemary Francis, a fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, founded a network for AI founders this year and is its chief technology officer.

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FellowshipRemoteListed to close 15 Nov 2026

Akuna Group

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Eligible creators in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and South Africa; a free AI filmmaking programme

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Innovate UK

Women innovators based in the UK; rounds and eligibility change, see site

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AFRO TV

Open; generative AI tool makers are invited to a live demo on 12 December 2026

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