Delphine Traoré is redefining Africa’s insurance industry through inclusive leadership, strategic growth, and digital transformation. A trailblazer in Africa’s insurance landscape, Delphine Traoré is now leading one of …
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Ola Oladele is on a mission to fix Nigeria’s financial literacy crisis.
Ola Oladele is simplifying finance and empowering professionals to invest wisely, and build lasting financial security. Financial security in Nigeria today is a survival strategy. With inflation eating …
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Nkebet Mesele is closing Africa’s fintech talent gap Intreensic.
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 …
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Patty Karuaihe-Martin is steering growth at NamibRe.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesPatty 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 …
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Mukwandi Chibesakunda is transforming Zambia’s banking landscape.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMukwandi 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 …
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Nthabeleng Likotsi: SA’s first black woman bank owner transforms finance.
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 …
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Chidinma Lawanson expands access to credit for Nigerian SMEs.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesChidinma 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 …
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Ebehijie Momoh leads AfriGOPay’s push for financial inclusion in Nigeria.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesEbehijie 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 …
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Okra—How Fara Ashiru Jituboh led startup graceful shutdown.
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 …
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Yvonne Ike steers Bank of America’s expansion in sub-Saharan Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesYvonne 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 …