Iroghama Ogbeifun is driving growth and inclusion at Starzs Investments, strengthening its role in Nigeria’s maritime sector. Iroghama Ogbeifun currently serves as the Managing Director and Chief Executive …
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Meet Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Commonwealth of Nations’ top boss.
Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey becomes the first woman and second African to lead the Commonwealth of Nations. On April 1, 2025, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey officially became the …
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Cina Lawson is steering Togo’s digital transformation and innovation.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesCina Lawson is driving Togo’s digital shift through policy, innovation, and expanded access. Since her appointment in 2010, Cina Lawson has served as Togo’s Minister of Digital Economy …
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Aminata Kane to drive Visa’s growth across Africa.
Aminata Kane leads Visa’s West and Central Africa operations to scale inclusive fintech and digital transformation. Aminata Kane, a Senegalese-French business leader, is advancing financial inclusion and digital …
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Osayi Alile is championing social impact through ACT Foundation.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesOsayi Alile is advancing social impact across Africa through her leadership at ACT Foundation and her long-standing commitment to nonprofit development. A recognised leader in Nigeria’s nonprofit and …
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Daphne Ngunjiri leads healthcare access for Kenyans at Access Afya.
Daphne Ngunjiri is scaling affordable, tech-enabled primary healthcare for underserved communities across Kenya at Access Afya. Daphne Ngunjiri is a Kenyan medical doctor and healthcare manager currently serving …
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Omobola Johnson drives Africa tech future via investment, leadership.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesOmobola Johnson is driving Africa’s tech growth through leadership in policy and venture capital. Omobola Johnson is a Nigerian technocrat and business executive who has significantly impacted the …
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Dr Bola Olabisi has built a global platform for women inventors.
Dr. Bola Olabisi empowers women innovators globally to patent, develop, and commercialise their creations. Best known as the founder and CEO of the Global Women Inventors & Innovators …
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Tomie Balogun makes investing practical and accessible for professionals in Nigeria.
Tomie Balogun is demystifying investing for working professionals through her platform, books, and investment club. Tomie Balogun didn’t set out to become one of Nigeria’s trusted voices in …
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Fatoumata Baldeh strategic leadership of Gambia’s insurance sector.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesFatoumata Baldeh is redefining trust in life insurance at Enterprise Life Gambia through strategic, customer-centred leadership. Fatoumata Baldeh, a seasoned financial services professional with over 17 years of …