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 …
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Foluke Michael is pioneering Africa’s green revolution.
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 …
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Unoma Okorafor built Herbal Goodness into a $9.5M brand—donates 10% profit to empower African girls.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesDr Unoma Ndili Okorafor, a Nigerian-born computer scientist and entrepreneur, has made significant strides in business and philanthropy. As the founder and CEO of Herbal Goodness, she has …
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STER—Oluwaseun Osowobi is on a mission to help sexual assault victims in Nigeria.
Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi had firsthand experience with sexual assault. Since then, she has dedicated her life to fighting for survivors like herself. As the founder of Stand to …
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Heritage Sanmi-Lawal is creating a safe space for sexual violence survivors across Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesSexual violence remains a global crisis, with harrowing statistics highlighting the urgent need for leadership, advocacy, and gender-inclusive solutions. According to international reports, one in three women experiences …
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Graça Machel has built a lifelong advocacy for women and children.
Graça Machel has dedicated most of her life to improving opportunities for women and children. Her work has redefined global education, human rights, and justice discussions. Born on …
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Layal Jade Tinubu is impacting the lives of women and children across Nigeria.
In Nigeria, significant challenges persist in health, education, and empowerment. The maternal mortality ratio stands at 814 per 100,000 live births, among the highest globally, accounting for 20% …
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Glanis Changachirere: A champion for Zimbabwe women’s rights.
Glanis Changachirere is transforming lives in Zimbabwe through her work as a feminist, activist, and founder of the Institute for Young Women Development (IYWD). Her efforts focus on …
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Oluyemi Orija, the lawyer who plans to declutter Nigeria jails in 2025.
One day, while stuck in Lagos traffic, I witnessed a heart-wrenching scene that left an indelible mark. A police truck with prisoners stopped nearby, presumably transporting them between …
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Enifome Ogbimi empowers Nigeria female domestic violence survivors.
Every year, an estimated 736 million women—nearly one in three—globally experience physical or sexual violence, according to the World Health Organization. In Sub-Saharan Africa, the prevalence is even …