In 1998, Ntsiki Biyela had never tasted wine. She didn’t come from a family of wine drinkers or grow up around vineyards. But when South African Airways offered …
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Udo Okonjo, the woman who builds luxury apartments for elite investors in Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesHistorically, Africa’s real estate industry has been marred by inadequate infrastructure, substandard building quality, and a lack of trust in property transactions. For high-net-worth individuals, investors, and expatriates, these …
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BusinessentrepreneurshipGender EqualityGender InclusionSocial Impact
Divine Ndhlukula is the largest employer of women in Zimbabwe— after the government.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesThe global security sector has long been plagued by two persistent challenges- a lack of professionalism and inclusivity. Globally, private security services often fail to meet international standards, …
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How Teri Ijeoma moved from teaching to multi-million dollar stock trading.
A few years ago, Teri Ijeoma sat in her car in the parking lot of an elementary school, bracing herself for another long day as an assistant principal. …
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Fisayo Longe—How the British-Nigerian built a £6 million fashion empire in London.
Breaking into the international fashion market is no small feat. The competition is incredibly fierce for startups without deep pockets or established reputations. Industry statistics reveal that approximately …
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BusinessFinanceFinancial InclusionFintechStartupTech
Meghan McCormick drives fintech innovations for SMEs across Africa with Oze.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesSmall and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly in Africa, face significant challenges ranging from limited access to financial tools, business insights, and credit access. Despite being the backbone of …
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BusinessClean EnergyEnergySocial Impact
Sandra Chukwudozie serves over 1.5 million Nigerians with clean energy —28 million to go.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesEnergy access is essential for economic development, yet millions worldwide still live without reliable access to electricity. This lack of energy, especially in underserved and off-grid communities, stifles …
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Meet Rebecca Enonchong, Cameroonian technopreneur who built a global tech brand.
Cameroonian-born tech pioneer Rebecca Enonchong grew from a curious teenager to one of Africa’s leading tech advocates. At just 15, she took a job selling door-to-door newspaper subscriptions, …
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How Lydiah Bosire built a system connecting Africans with oversea study financing.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesFor thousands of ambitious African students, the aspiration of attending prestigious universities is often derailed by financial constraints and limited support systems. In Sub-Saharan Africa, over 54% of …
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Gbemi Okunlola—British Nigerian designer crafting the world’s luxury bridal dresses.
British Nigerian designer Gbemi Okunlola is an icon in the global bridal fashion market. At 11 years old, she discovered her passion for creating stunning dresses. While her …