Ashley 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 …
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Chinenye Ajayi is driving change in Nigeria’s energy sector.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesChinenye Ajayi bridges law, energy, and leadership to advance sustainable power solutions in Nigeria. Chinenye Ajayi has established herself as a notable figure within Nigeria’s energy and infrastructure …
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Fumbi Chima is leading digital change at BECU.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesFumbi Chima is driving digital transformation and innovation at Boeing Employees Credit Union (BECU) through strategic technology leadership. Fumbi Chima is a senior technology executive with experience spanning …
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Festus Abigail tackles Nigeria’s period poverty and digital exclusion.
Festus Abigail is empowering Nigerian girls through menstrual health, digital skills, access to education, and programs promoting economic independence. Festus Abigail has made it her mission to join …
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Hilda Louca is advancing Egypt’s fashion industry with MITCHA.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesHilda Louca is reshaping Egypt’s fashion industry by using MITCHA to professionalise and support local designers. Since launching the fashion-tech platform MITCHA in 2018, Egyptian entrepreneur Hilda Louca …
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Kike Fajemirokun is driving HR strategy and ESG focus at Lekoil Nigeria.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesKike Fajemirokun is shaping Lekoil’s growth through strategic HR leadership and ESG focus in Africa’s energy sector. Kike Fajemirokun, the General Manager of Human Resources and Corporate Services …
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Misan Olukuade drives Africa’s transformation as Novotech Works.
Misan Olukuade is aligning people, systems, and strategy to scale transformation across Africa’s industries. Misan Olukuade is a transformational leader building scalable systems and inclusive cultures across African …
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Nabila Aguele drives policy and progress for girls at Malala Fund Nigeria.
Nabila Aguele is leading the Malala Fund Nigeria in transforming access to education for marginalised girls through policy and funding. Since July 2024, Nabila Aguele has been leading …
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Delphine Traoré—the woman steering SanlamAllianz across 27 African markets.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesDelphine Traoré is redefining Africa’s insurance industry through inclusive leadership, strategic growth, and digital transformation. A trailblazer in Africa’s insurance landscape, Delphine Traoré is now leading one of …