Business

Xoliswa Daku is redefining property development through impact-driven entrepreneurship. Xoliswa Daku, a South African lawyer-turned-entrepreneur, is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Daku Group of Companies, …

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 …

Felicia Msiza is leading Raubex Group through strategic growth and greater inclusion in the SA construction industry. Ntombi Felicia Msiza, a South African executive, is the Chief Executive …

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, …

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 …

Lillian Barnard is leading Microsoft’s mission to power Africa’s digital growth. In May 2017, Lillian Barnard joined Microsoft as the Director of Public Sector for South Africa. Her …

Vimbai Masiyiwa is transforming African tourism into a locally-owned, women-led, eco-conscious engine for community empowerment. In 2020, Zimbabwean entrepreneur Vimbai Masiyiwa co-founded Batoka Africa with her mother, Tsitsi …

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 …

Yvette Adounvo Atekpe is driving local innovation in Ghana’s ICT sector through her leadership of Dynamic Data Solutions Ltd. Yvette Adounvo Atekpe, a longstanding figure in Ghana’s Information …