Honouring African women driving meaningful change, creating lasting impact, and transforming communities across the continent.
Honouring African women driving meaningful change, creating lasting impact, and transforming communities across the continent.
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 …
Mai El-Darawy is developing Egypt’s lavender industry, driving exports while empowering women, students, and promoting sustainable development. Mai El-Darawy is an Egyptian entrepreneur best known as the Founder …
Janet Kuteli is driving financial inclusion through Fortune Credit, providing accessible loans and empowering underserved Kenyan communities. Many believed Janet Kuteli was taking an unnecessary risk when she …
Jess Roussos, through BluLever, is revolutionising vocational training in South Africa by providing youths with artisan skills and opportunities. In 2018, Jess Roussos recognised a challenge she could …
For 11 years, Blandine Umuziranenge has advanced women’s health, dignity, and economic empowerment across Africa with Kosmotive. In 2014, Blandine Umuziranenge took a bold step that would change …
Sheila Wristberg is leading growth in Ghana’s insurance industry through her focus on leadership, sustainability, and gender inclusion. The insurance sector in Ghana has undergone steady changes recently, …
Khadija Mohamed Churchill uses technology and logistics to deliver affordable staples daily to Kenya’s street food vendors. Street food is essential for survival in Nairobi’s informal settlements, with …
Jessy Radwan is empowering women through Carerha, providing flexible jobs, upskilling, and inclusive workplace solutions. When Jessy Radwan left her job after becoming a mother, she quickly realised …
With Lelapa AI, Pelonomi Moiloa is working to bridge Africa’s digital divide, creating AI tools for indigenous languages. Across Africa, the digital divide continues to influence how communities …
Emmastella Gakuo is revolutionising Africa’s dairy industry with solar-powered cooling and digital management solutions. In rural Kenya, dairy farmers have long struggled with a persistent problem: poor milk …