Female Entrepreneurs

Diana Orembe transforms organic waste into sustainable protein, tackling food insecurity, climate change, and aquaculture costs. Diana Orembe grew up in a small village in Northern Tanzania, where …

Nana Achiaa Ankrah is tackling child malnutrition in Ghana through Arise Foods, blending entrepreneurship with nutrition advocacy. Dr Nana Achiaa Ankrah, a Ghanaian pharmacist and agro-food entrepreneur, has …

Eco-Me Africa, founded by Amdiya Abdul Latiff, supports underprivileged girls in Ghana by supplying them with reusable menstrual pads. Amdiya Abdul Latiff never imagined a routine teaching experience …

Mukasahaha Diane empowers women and youth through DIKAM, thus boosting Rwanda’s garment industry and economic growth. Mukasahaha Diane is a Rwandan entrepreneur and public health expert whose work …

Tokini Peterside-Schwebig is connecting Nigerian art with global audiences through ART X Lagos. Tokini Peterside-Schwebig is a Nigerian entrepreneur and the founder of ART X Collective, the company …

Sandrah Tubobereni blends Nigerian heritage with modern design while fostering female entrepreneurship.  Sandrah Tubobereni, a Nigerian leading fashion designer and entrepreneur, has built a career that bridges traditional …

Olapeju Umah founded MyFoodAngels to solve food access and supply issues in Nigeria. The origins of many start-ups can often be traced back to a single, persistent challenge—and …

Hellen Dausen is building a sustainable skincare brand that empowers women and promotes natural African wellness. In 2010, Hellen Dausen won Miss Universe Tanzania and received a scholarship …

Sonia Mugabo boosts Rwanda’s fashion industry with elegant, locally-made clothing. In 2013, Sonia Mugabo returned to Rwanda after completing a degree in Visual Communication and Graphic Design at …

Toluwalope Adigun is building a fashion, food, and retail brand driven by excellence and intentional leadership. Toluwalope Anne Jacob Adigun didn’t wait for perfect conditions to start her …