CEO’s Lounge

Ishioma Imokhai-Bello redefines Africa’s economic story by amplifying women’s visibility through The Benchmark and the Africa Female CEO Conference. In Africa’s media landscape, headlines often circle billion-dollar valuations, …

Dr Jameelah Sharrieff-Ayedun, through CreditRegistry, is enhancing access to credit and financial data for financial institutions in Nigeria. When conversations turn to Nigeria’s financial sector, the spotlight often …

Angela Gichaga strengthens Africa’s health systems by mobilising sustainable financing and empowering frontline community health workers. Across Africa, community health systems remain largely underfunded. Experts estimate a $2 …

Delese Mimi Darko leads Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority, strengthens regulatory systems and positions Ghana as a key player in African pharmaceutical governance. Delese Mimi Darko holds a …

Rania Ayman empowers Egyptian women through Entreprenelle, providing training, resources, and platforms to build sustainable businesses. In Egypt, the gender gap in business is staggering. Women receive barely …

Proscovia Nabbanja is shaping the trajectory of Uganda’s oil and gas sector with a mix of technical expertise and government experience. Proscovia Nabbanja is a pioneering figure in …

Nana Achiaa Ankrah is tackling child malnutrition in Ghana through Arise Foods, blending entrepreneurship with nutrition advocacy. Dr Nana Achiaa Ankrah, a Ghanaian pharmacist and agro-food entrepreneur, has …

Frehiwot Tamiru is transforming Ethiopia’s telecom sector to meet the country’s digital future. Frehiwot Tamiru has been on the leadership board of Ethio Telecom since July 2018, overseeing …

Mukasahaha Diane empowers women and youth through DIKAM, thus boosting Rwanda’s garment industry and economic growth. Mukasahaha Diane is a Rwandan entrepreneur and public health expert whose work …

Tokini Peterside-Schwebig is connecting Nigerian art with global audiences through ART X Lagos. Tokini Peterside-Schwebig is a Nigerian entrepreneur and the founder of ART X Collective, the company …