Amanda Obidike works to improve digital literacy and STEM opportunities for young Africans through STEMi Makers Africa. We live in a continent where technological skills increasingly shape economic …
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Deborah Choi—the 6X founder supporting diversity and inclusion in European entrepreneurship.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesDeborah Choi works to improve access and support for women of colour entrepreneurs in Europe. Deborah Choi is an entrepreneur and business strategist whose work has gained visibility …
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Bola Matel-Okoh is empowering female executives for high-impact leadership in Africa.
Bola Matel-Okoh coaches and empowers executive women while leading businesses across law, governance, wellness, and leadership development. For over three decades, Bola Matel-Okoh has built a career anchored …
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Midwestern Oil and Gas appoints Elozino Olaniyan as first ever female boss in 26 years.
Elozino Olaniyan breaks barriers as Midwestern Oil’s first female MD/CEO, steering a new leadership era. Effective December 1, 2025, Midwestern Oil and Gas, an indigenous Nigerian exploration and …
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Meet Jesca Mhoja Nkwabi, the woman driving one of Tanzania’s most powerful family enterprises.
Jesca Mhoja Nkwabi leads a major Tanzanian manufacturing conglomerate while empowering youth and women through entrepreneurship and economic development. Dr Jesca Mhoja Nkwabi is one of Tanzania’s most …
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Ojoma Ochai is steering innovation and social impact at Co-creation Hub Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesOjoma Ochai is guiding CcHUB towards a more integrated, impact-driven innovation ecosystem across Africa. Ojoma Ochai has spent much of her career working to foster technology and social …
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Chido Dzinotyiwei is advancing African language technology with Vambo AI.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesChido Dzinotyiwei is using AI to strengthen the digital presence of African languages. Chido Dzinotyiwei, a Zimbabwean economist and technology entrepreneur, has built her career around one central …
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Ellen Mkondya-Senkoro drives growth in Tanzania healthcare systems.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesDr Ellen Mkondya-Senkoro is strengthening Tanzania’s health system through her leadership at the Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation. Dr Ellen Mkondya-Senkoro has become a recognisable figure in Tanzania’s public …
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Leila Fourie, the woman calling the shots at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesLeila Fourie drives digital transformation, regulatory reform, and sustainable market growth as CEO of one of Africa’s leading stock exchanges. Dr Leila Fourie leads the Johannesburg Stock Exchange …
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CoachKemi: The trailblazer turning thinking into economic power for African leaders.
CoachKemi, is reshaping Africa’s economic landscape by teaching individuals to transform their thinking, proving that inner transformation is the foundation for personal wealth creation and sustainable national growth. …