Rachel Sibande pioneers digital innovation in Malawi, empowering youth and women through mHub’s transformative tech ecosystem.Rachel Sibande empowers Malawian youth and women through mHub, the country’s first technology …
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Florence Okoli leads bold industrial initiatives at Eraskorp Nigeria.
Florence Okoli, GMD of Eraskorp, leads bold industrial and energy initiatives to boost Nigeria’s self-sufficiency. Florence Okoli is the Group Managing Director of Eraskorp Nigeria Limited, a fast-growing …
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Aida Diarra is steering Visa’s African expansion in digital payments.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAida Diarra is shaping the future of digital payments in Africa through her leadership at Visa. Aida Diarra began her career in the 1990s at Western Union in …
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Carolyne Kirabo advances capital access for African businesswomen.
Carolyne Kirabo is redefining gender-lens investing by building inclusive financing systems for African women entrepreneurs. Carolyne Kirabo is the founder and Managing Director of M-Kyala Ventures a Uganda-based …
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Madji Sock—Building sustainable ventures and local solutions in Francophone Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMadji Sock is leading efforts to tackle development gaps in West Africa through venture building and strategic investment. Madji Sock, a seasoned business executive from Senegal, is the …
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Jessica Uche—Architect of scalable systems and sustainable business growth.
Jessica Uche builds scalable systems and empowers teams, driving sustainable business growth across global markets. Owning a business goes far beyond capital and ambition. It demands a commitment …
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Sarah Diouf is building a global fashion brand with Tongoro.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesSarah Diouf founded Tongoro, a Senegal-based fashion brand making bold, ethical, and globally accessible African fashion while empowering local artisans. Sarah Diouf is the founder and creative director …
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Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho is scaling digital transformation across Africa.
Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho champions Africa’s digital transformation through technology, policy advocacy, education, and innovation. Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho is a Nigerian tech entrepreneur, policy advisor, and board executive driving …
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Martha Murorua—the financial expert behind Nedbank Namibia’s transformation.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMartha Murorua is shaping the future of banking in Namibia by leading Nedbank with a focus on sustainable finance, youth empowerment, and economic resilience. Martha Murorua is a …
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Gbemisola Abudu led NBA Nigeria’s launch and cultural influence in African sports.
Gbemisola Abudu is a Nigerian-American sports executive who led NBA Nigeria’s strategic growth and youth engagement initiatives. Gbemisola Abudu made history in 2022 when she was appointed Vice …