Through candid storytelling, our alumni will share insights into how the program equipped them with the tools and confidence to navigate the tech landscape, contribute to open source projects, and drive innovation in their local communities.
About the panelists:
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<li>Kudzayi Bamhare is a dynamic professional from Zimbabwe blending entrepreneurial vision with technical expertise in software development.</li>
<li>Gamuchirai Muchafa is a cybersecurity specialist focused on incident response and open-source innovation, an All-in-Africa alumna and CyberGirls Fellow.</li>
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Constellation 2024 is GitHub's in-person developer conference celebrating the best of the South African developer community

Panel: All In for Open Source Africa

Ruth is an open source program manager, community manager, GitHub Star, technical writer, and lead of All In Africa. She is sparked about onboarding beginners into the tech system, especially into the open source space. Aside from being actively involved in tech, she is a social volunteer and a voluntary blood donor. Ruth loves making new friends over a slice of cake.

Ruth Ikegah

Kudzayi is an entrepreneur and software engineer looking to get his start in the tech space. He enjoys innovation in business and leveraging the power of technology to create memorable experiences. He is also experienced in marketing, research, and client relations, particularly in the renewable energy space.

Kudzayi Bamhare

Gamuchirai is a dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst (SOC L1) with hands-on experience in monitoring, detecting, and responding to a wide range of security threats. Her expertise lies in leveraging SIEM tools like Splunk for real-time threat analysis, complemented by a strong foundation in vulnerability management and network security. She is committed to safeguarding critical information systems and ensuring their resilience against evolving cyber threats.
Driven by a passion for protecting the digital landscape, she thrives in collaborative environments that value analytical thinking and technical expertise. From conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to automating security processes, she continuously seeks to enhance the security posture of the organizations she works with. Her certifications, including CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate, underscore her commitment to staying at the forefront of cybersecurity.

Panel: All In for Open Source Africa

Ruth Ikegah

Kudzayi Bamhare

Gamuchirai Blessing Muchafa

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