Impact

Hadija Jabiri manages two agribusinesses focused on helping farmers in Tanzania cultivate better crops, access larger markets, and increase their earnings. Jabiri didn’t grow up on a farm …

Zulaikha Patel is a South African activist who, at 13, led a nationwide protest against racist school hair policies. Today, she champions literacy, identity, and education reform through …

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 …

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 …

Vivian Arinaitwe is a biomedical engineer whose dedication to neonatal care has led to the founding of Che Innovations Uganda Limited. This company is committed to developing locally …

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 …

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 …

Beekeeping in Kenya is a vital income source for many rural farmers, yet it faces significant challenges, such as low yields, unpredictable colony collapses, outdated practices, and limited …

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 …

Caterina De’ Medici Africa’s CEO Foluke Michael is at the forefront of Africa’s green economy movement. A project management expert, SDGs implementer, and Green Economy specialist, her work …