Folorunsho Alakija is Africa’s richest woman. The leading African businesswoman and philanthropist founded Famfa Oil Limited, Nigeria’s foremost female-owned oil exploration company. She currently serves as its Executive …
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Jennifer Awirigwe is creating Africa’s army of financially empowered women.
When Jennifer Awirigwe, fondly called “Financial Jennifer,” began her career with a modest N47,000 monthly salary after her national youth service (NYSC), few would have predicted the financial …
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Sibongile Sambo sold her car to launch South Africa’s first black-owned aviation company.
Sibongile Sambo is a notable figure in South Africa’s aviation sector. As the founder and CEO of SRS Aviation, she became the first Black woman in South Africa …
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ImpactLeadershipLeadership DevelopmentSocial Impact
Why Afua Osei co-founded She Leads Africa— to empower more African women.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesWe live in a world where conversations around gender equality continue to evolve, and Afua Osei has chosen to emerge as a formidable advocate for women’s empowerment. Afua …
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BusinessLeadershipTech
The Inspiring Journey of Damilola Odufuwa into media, tech and advocacy.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesDamilola Odufuwa is a distinguished Nigerian business executive and activist recognised for her significant contributions to media, technology, and women’s rights advocacy. Her work has firmly established her …
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Gender EqualityLeadershipLeadership Development
Abosede George-Ogan enables more women in leadership and politics.
Abosede George-Ogan is enabling more African women in leadership and politics. As the founder of the Women in Leadership Advancement Network (WILAN), Ogan has created a platform that …
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FeaturesGender EqualityLeadership Development
Top female brand experts driving multinational success in Africa.
In a competitive marketplace, the appeal of a specific product, service, or organisation often stems from meticulous brand crafting. While some consumers are drawn to a brand’s name …
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EducationImpactSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Grace Ihejiamaizu connects Africa youths with global opportunities.
Many talented young people miss out on life-changing opportunities, not because they are not qualified, but because they do not know these opportunities exist. Scholarships go unclaimed, fellowships …
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AdvocacyBusinessImpactLeadershipWomen in Mining
The influence of Bridgette Radebe on South Africa’s mining landscape.
Bridgette Radebe is the Founder, Executive Chairperson, and CEO of Mmakau Mining (Pty) Ltd. She has a significant influence on South Africa’s mining industry. Her story begins during …
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Sindy Zemura’s odyssey of multidimensional pan-African impact.
Dr. Sindy Zemura has dedicated her career to addressing the most pressing challenges faced by vulnerable women, children, and youth in Africa. Through the Southern Africa Embrace (SAE) …