Sierra Leone’s energy sector poses daily challenges for its people, with nearly 96.8% of the population relying on firewood or charcoal for cooking. This dependency is not without …
Precious Adebisi

Precious Adebisi
Precious Adebisi is a passionate writer and registered nurse/midwife dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those around her. She combines her nursing expertise with creative writing to inspire and care for others.
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Climate actorsClimate ChangeEducationFood SecurityImpactSocial Impact
Temitope Okunnu promotes sustainable practices across Nigeria.
The environment in Nigeria is under severe strain, affecting communities throughout the country. In the Niger Delta, an area abundant in oil, the consequences are particularly evident, as …
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Kemisola Bolarinwa has had a knack for innovation from a young age. She is driven by a passion to make a difference in her community. No wonder she’s revolutionising …
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EducationImpactSocial ImpactStartupYouth Empowerment
Jennifer Shigoli is getting African students ready for the workforce.
Jennifer Shigoli is transforming the African job market through Arizona Vocational Training College (AVTC). Her entrepreneurial journey began in her early years in Tanzania, where she learned the …
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ArtBusinessCulture and TourismFashionInnovationSMEs
Safietou Seck repositions African fashion globally. Here is how.
Safietou Seck, a Senegalese fashion designer, has made it her mission to project the African culture through her fashion brand, SARAYAA. The brand is known for its high-end …
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Gender EqualityImpactInnovationSocial ImpactStartupYouth Empowerment
Blandine Umuziranenge is steadily ending Kenya period poverty.
Menstrual health and hygiene are essential for the well-being and empowerment of women and adolescent girls. However, in Africa, many face significant barriers that hinder their ability to …
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Growing up in semi-arid central Kenya, Joyce Kamande witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of food scarcity. This stark reality ignited a burning desire within her to make a …
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AgricultureFemale EntrepreneursFood SecurityImpactSMEsSocial Impact
Siny Samba combats malnutrition in Senegal through Le Lionceau.
Malnutrition poses a significant threat to the well-being of Senegal’s citizens, particularly women and children. Despite some progress, the country is off track to meet its maternal, infant, …
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BusinessGender EqualitySMEsSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Lerato Zulu takes on South Africa’s cleaning products industry.
South Africa’s cleaning products market, valued at $920 million in 2024, is projected to reach $1.13 billion by 2029, driven by heightened hygiene awareness and the long-term impact …
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BusinessGender EqualityInnovationLeadershipStartupTech
Seven African women disrupting male-dominated industries.
In Africa and beyond, gender bias persists, particularly in male-dominated industries; despite socio-economic and technological advancements, women continue to face significant barriers. From construction to politics and entertainment, …