Finance

Angela Nyambura Gichaga is leading a shift towards sustainable, African-led financing for community health systems. In Africa, more than half the population lacks access to basic healthcare services. …

Nkebet Mesele is building Africa’s fintech talent pipeline through education, advisory, and inclusion initiatives. Nkebet Mesele is working to close Africa’s fintech talent gap. Her career spans over …

Patty Karuaihe-Martin is steering growth at NamibRe.Patty Karuaihe-Martin has led NamibRe’s growth, sustainability drive, and regional influence.  Since the appointment of Patty Karuaihe-Martin in 2014 as Managing Director …

Mukwandi Chibesakunda is driving change in Zambia’s banking through innovation and inclusive leadership.  Mukwandi Walusiku Chibesakunda is a leader in Zambia’s financial services sector. In October 2020, she …

Nthabeleng Likotsi is building South Africa’s first black women-owned bank to empower underserved entrepreneurs through financial inclusion. Nthabeleng Likotsi is South Africa’s first black female bank owner and …

Chidinma Lawanson started Springtyde & Renee for flexible, fast loans to small businesses. Chidinma Lawanson, a financial services professional with over 24 years of experience, is the founder …

Ebehijie Momoh leads AfriGOPay’s drive to expand access to digital payments in Nigeria. Dr. (Mrs) Ebehijie Momoh is a Nigerian businesswoman currently serving as the Managing Director and …

Led by Fara’s integrity-driven exit, Okra shuts down responsibly, returning investor funds and supporting employees. In May 2025, Okra, a prominent Nigerian fintech startup, shut down operations, and …

Yvonne Ike leads Bank of America’s strategic expansion in sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on regional growth and impact. Yvonne Ike is the Managing Director and Head of Sub-Saharan Africa …

Hassatou Diop N’Sele is transforming AfDB’s financial power through innovation, climate finance, and strategic capital market leadership across Africa. Since October 2022, Senegalese finance executive Hassatou Diop N’Sele …