Business

The Mastercard Foundation has announced Sewit Ahderom as its next President and CEO, effective January 1, 2026. Ahderom succeeds Reeta Roy, who has led the Foundation for 18 …

HRH Princess (Dr) Moradeun Ogunlana empowers women globally through healthcare, economic development, education, consulting, and leadership advocacy. HRH Princess (Dr) Moradeun Ogunlana is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and energy …

Stacey Onyango charts a path for women in Africa’s construction and commerce sectors.  Stacey Menga Onyango’s entrepreneurial journey began in 2009 when she founded Minkoti Agencies Limited in …

Julia Price is advancing revenue-based financing in Africa to give SMEs flexible alternatives to debt and equity. Access to finance remains one of the most pressing challenges for …

Magda Wierzycka’s rise from refugee to financial leader highlights resilience, innovation, and a strong stance on governance in South Africa’s business landscape. Magda Wierzycka, a highly respected figure …

The inaugural Africa Female CEO Conference (AFCC), 2025, convened some of the continent’s most dynamic business leaders, innovators, and policymakers on Thursday, September 18, at the Rose of …

Chichi Eriobu, founder of Phronesis Foods, is advancing Ukwa as both a nutritional staple and an economic opportunity. In Nigeria’s growing agribusiness sector, entrepreneurs are increasingly turning to …

These two Sisters, Makole Mupita and Meta Mhlarhi, co-founded Mahlako A Phahla to drive South Africa’s energy transition and economic transformation. In 2009, two sisters, Makole Mupita and …

Dr. Toyin Sanni is mobilising capital, driving ESG investments, mentoring leaders, and empowering women in finance. Dr. Toyin Sanni is a highly influential figure in African finance, boasting …

Pullus Africa, led by Opeoluwa Fayomi, is using technology and finance to support Nigeria’s poultry farmers amid industry-wide challenges. Nigeria’s poultry sector, a critical pillar of food security …