Art

Kolade Mayowa is turning crochet into luxury by blending architecture and African craftsmanship into handmade designer fashion. Omobolade “Lade” Kolade Mayowa is the founder of Hooked By Lade, …

Clare Akamanzi is expanding basketball across Africa to drive economic growth, youth empowerment, and development. Clare Akamanzi became the CEO of NBA Africa in January 2024, but her …

Lisa Folawiyo transforms Ankara fabric into luxurious, hand-embellished garments, merging African heritage with global designs.  In 2005, Lisa Folawiyo launched her fashion brand from her home in Lagos …

Studio 189 is building a sustainable fashion ecosystem that empowers African artisans, produces ethically in Ghana, and brings handcrafted, high-quality African fashion to the global stage. Headquartered in …

Sarah Diouf founded Tongoro, a Senegal-based fashion brand making bold, ethical, and globally accessible African fashion while empowering local artisans. Sarah Diouf is the founder and creative director …

Grass-Fields blends modern style with traditional African prints to create ethical fashion. It empowers communities and aims to create one million jobs in Africa by 2050. Grass-Fields is …

Eniola Edun created Gamr to support Nigeria’s gaming community with better tools, training, and spaces for esports. Eniola Edun is a visionary business leader and technology advocate with …

Gbemisola Abudu is a Nigerian-American sports executive who led NBA Nigeria’s strategic growth and youth engagement initiatives. Gbemisola Abudu made history in 2022 when she was appointed Vice …

Hajia Bola Shagaya MON is the founder and CEO of Bolmus Group International and one of Africa’s wealthiest and most influential women. She has built and continues to …

Ayo Amusan is redefining Nigeria’s retail space by directly bringing premium global fashion brands to Nigerian consumers through world-class stores, strategic partnerships, and immersive shopping experiences. Ayo Amusan …