Uche Chidi-Anene led AMSP’s transition from a COVID-19 response tool to a sustainable health procurement platform for Africa. Uche Chidi-Anene was appointed Managing Director of the Africa Medical …
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Judith Kitinga is building a safer Tanzania for girls.
Judith Kitinga fights gender violence, empowers youth, and champions education, equality, and reproductive rights in Tanzania. Judith Kitinga’s journey into activism began in 2017 while conducting research at …
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Tannu Jiwnani: Paving the way for women in cybersecurity and inspiring the next generation.
Cybersecurity is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing fields in technology, with an ever-evolving landscape of threats and challenges. However, despite its vast potential, it remains an …
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Stephanie Anyamele is a catalyst for African business growth.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesStephanie Anyamele is driving business growth in West Africa by making expert financial guidance more accessible. Stephanie Anyamele founded Charles Ardor & Company, drawing on personal experiences and …
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Yaliwe Soko is building the future of blockchain in Africa.
Yaliwe Soko is educating Africans, empowering women, and using blockchain to drive inclusive financial access. Yaliwe Soko did not initially become a tech expert. She lacked formal IT …
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Brigitha Faustin is using sunflower oil to empower women farmers in Tanzania.
Brigitha Faustin empowers Tanzanian women farmers by producing affordable, locally sourced sunflower oil sustainably. When Brigitha Faustin founded OBRI Tanzania in 2015, she had no external funding or …
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Maryam Hassan becomes the UN first-ever global advocate for peace.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMaryam Hassan uses art as a tool for promoting peace and social justice. Maryam Bukar Hassan, widely known by her stage name Alhanislam, has been appointed as the …
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Alakanani Itireleng—the woman who built Africa’s first blockchain incubator.
Alakanani Itireleng is utilising blockchain to educate, empower, fund, and connect Africans to inclusive and sustainable tech opportunities. In 2012, Alakanani Itireleng was not a tech founder or …
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Ashley Immanuel is developing Africa’s tech talent at Semicolon.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAshley Immanuel is closing Africa’s tech talent gap through inclusive education, innovation, and youth-focused startup support. Ashley Immanuel is the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Semicolon Africa, …
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How Toluwalope Adigun built a premium multi-sector brand in Nigeria.
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 …