Itoro Ugorji has developed a reliable childcare system that allows working parents to focus on their daily activities without worrying about their children’s well-being. Before entering the childcare …
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BusinessFemale EntrepreneursTechYouth Empowerment
How Omon Odike built a multimillion-dollar HR firm in Nigeria.
Across Africa, millions of job seekers face barriers to securing meaningful employment. At the same time, businesses struggle to identify and retain top talent. Addressing this challenge requires …
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BusinessFinanceInnovationTech
How Kofo Akinkugbe built a smart card plant in Nigeria to combat global security threats.
Security threats such as identity theft, fraud, and cybercrime have become pervasive challenges impacting individuals, businesses, and governments. From personal data being exploited for financial gain to the …
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BusinessFemale EntrepreneursFoodFood SecuritySMEs
Wanjiru Mambo—the woman who innovated Kenya’s potato industry to meet soaring demands.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Wanjiru Mambo faced an unexpected challenge that would redefine her entrepreneurial journey. As a restaurant co-owner in Nairobi’s Upper Hill district, she experienced the …
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AgricultureFinanceFinancial InclusionFood Security
Gatwĩri Njogu-Mokaya empowers smallholder farmers with instant payment in Kenya through VunaPay.
In Kenya, smallholder farmers constitute approximately 75% of the agricultural workforce. Unfortunately, they constantly face challenges that impede their productivity and economic well-being. One issue is the delay …
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AgricultureBusinessClimate actorsClimate Change
Nonhlanhla Joye is using plastic bags to farm, combat poverty and curb climate change.
Nonhlanhla Joye had a tragic experience following her cancer diagnosis in 2014 that made her unable to work. She began to face the harsh realities of poverty and …
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BusinessDrinks and BeveragesFoodManufacturing
How Olubunmi Otufowora turned her cravings for Natural fruit juice into a profitable business.
Processed beverages containing artificial sweeteners and preservatives dominate the African market, yet there’s also a high demand for natural, health-conscious alternatives. The rising incidence of diet-related health issues, …
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EducationNon-ProfitSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
JLA—Three women’s ambitious goal to create 30 million jobs in Africa’s green economy by 2033.
Africa is a land of boundless potential, filled with young people and some of the richest natural resources. Yet, millions of young people remain unemployed, and the continent …
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BusinessHealthHealthTechInnovationMaternal HealthMenstrual HealthSocial ImpactTech
Joanna Bichsel provides discreet, affordable access to essential health products for underserved African women.
Joanna Bichsel is on a mission to enable women in Africa with quality personal care products. In Africa, millions of women struggle to access essential health products and …
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BusinessFintechImpactSMEsSocial ImpactTech
These six transformative startup are pioneered by African women.
In recent years, the wave of female entrepreneurship in Africa has gained momentum, with women from diverse backgrounds leveraging technology to innovate solutions for pressing societal issues. From …