Business

Nigerian-American Tariye Gbadegesin leads a global $11 billion investment fund to finance climate mitigation projects in 72 developing countries. Global temperatures have risen by approximately 1.1°C since pre-industrial …

Jane Maigua, Charity Ndegwa and Loise Maina are transforming Kenya’s macadamia industry by empowering women farmers with fair pay, training, and direct market access via Exotic EPZ. The …

Olamide Olowe is revolutionising the skincare industry by creating science-backed, inclusive products that centre on women of colour with chronic skin conditions while also supporting mental health and …

Pauline Otila is transforming Kenya’s honey industry by empowering rural women and youth through climate-smart beekeeping that boosts incomes, restores ecosystems, and adds value to African-made products. Traditional …

Growing up in Kenya, Navalayo Osembo saw that despite Kenya’s global legacy in athletics, the country had never manufactured performance running shoes that bore its name or story. …

Jessica Anuna is the founder and CEO of Klasha, a global fintech that streamlines cross-border payments for African consumers. The businesswoman’s journey began while shopping online from Africa. …

For over 150 years, 100% of Togo’s cocoa was exported. Farmers grew the beans, traders bought and shipped them overseas, and factories in distant countries transformed them into …

Weekend Read European fashion has long defined luxury, but Adele Dejak proves that African craftsmanship also belongs on the world stage. With her striking, sculptural jewellery handcrafted in …

Wendy Appelbaum, one of South Africa’s most influential businesswomen and arguably its richest woman, knows that although wealth can be inherited, true impact is earned. As the daughter …

Amanda Etuk is revolutionising last-mile delivery in Nigeria through technology, financial empowerment, and efficient logistics solutions. Although she never intended to become a logistics entrepreneur, with a Pharmacy …