Zena Akuwa empowers Tanzanians with disabilities through inclusive culinary training, employment, and social enterprise innovation. Zena Akuwa’s story began in Morogoro, where she grew up as one of …
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AdvocacyGender EqualityGender InclusionNon-Profit
Asmau Benzies Leo is on a mission to advance gender equality and peace-building in Nigeria.
Asmau Benzies Leo advances gender equality, peace-building, and women’s political participation through advocacy and governance reform. Asmau Benzies Leo is a Nigerian development practitioner, gender advocate and peace …
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AdvocacyBusinessEntertainmentLeadershipSocial ImpactWomen In Media
Osasu Igbinedion Ogwuche at the intersection of media, policy, and civic life.
Osasu Igbinedion Ogwuche uses media to shape policy, civic participation, and advance women’s leadership globally. Osasu Igbinedion Ogwuche is a Nigerian-British media entrepreneur, philanthropist, and business executive whose …
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AdvocacyEntertainmentFemale EntrepreneursFood
Chef Amaka champions afro-fusion cuisine, promotes Nigerian flavours.
Chef Amaka promotes African cuisine, wellness, and culture through afro-fusion cooking, media, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. Chiamaka Nwakalor-Egemba, popularly known as Chef Amaka, has established a name that now …
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AdvocacyDiasporaGender EqualityGender InclusionLeadershipLeadership DevelopmentYouth Empowerment
Inimfon Etuk is building a global empowerment movement across Africa and the diaspora.
Inimfon Etuk empowers African women and girls through mentorship, leadership development, advocacy, and strategic community-driven initiatives. In 2013, a small gathering of 35 women in Abuja marked the …
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AdvocacyArtEntertainmentFashionWomen In Media
Thando Hopa, the South African who redefined inclusivity in the global beauty industry.
Thando Hopa is a South African model, lawyer, and activist redefining beauty, diversity, and representation globally. For the longest time, African beauty was described in narrow shades of …
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AdvocacyEducationGender EqualityGender InclusionImpactLeadershipLeadership DevelopmentSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Raquel Kasham Daniel is rewriting the future for Nigerian girls — one book at a time.
Raquel Kasham Daniel empowers marginalised children and girls through education, health awareness, and community-driven social initiatives. Raquel Kasham Daniel is a Nigerian social entrepreneur, educator, and author who …
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AdvocacyGender EqualityHealthLeadershipPolicyPolicymakersSocial ImpactSocial Justice
Alaa Murabit is revolutionising global health, peace, and gender advocacy.
Alaa Murabit advances global health, peace, and gender equality through policy reform, investment, and strategic leadership. Before turning twenty-five, Alaa Murabit had already helped shape United Nations resolutions, …
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AdvocacyAfrican BusinesswomanBusinessEducationImpactLeadershipLeadership Development
Rukayat Alabi is bridging career gaps for UK immigrants.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesRukayat Alabi empowers UK immigrants through RKY Careers, creating inclusive access to career growth, mentorship, and professional development. Rukayat Alabi is the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) …
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AdvocacyFemale PoliticiansImpactLeadershipPolicymakers
Crystal Asige, the “VIP” in Kenya’s senate who fights for inclusion and equality.
Crystal Asige champions disability rights, inclusive education, and accessible design through policy, advocacy, and her foundation. When Crystal Asige lost her sight in her early twenties, she thought …