Excellence Joshua is building a digital talent pipeline that equips African women to earn globally through marketable tech skills. Excellence Anurika Joshua is on a mission to transform …
Youth Empowerment
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Gender EqualityGender InclusionImpactNon-ProfitSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Vongai Nyahunzvi drives female grassroot leadership across Africa.
Dr. Vongai Nyahunzvi empowers grassroots leaders to transform African women’s lives through sustainable, community-driven leadership networks. Dr. Vongai Nyahunzvi is building a pan-African leadership network that empowers grassroots …
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EducationFemale TechfoundersLeadershipTechWomen In TechYouth Empowerment
Rachel Sibande empowers youth innovation with Malawi’s first tech hub, mHub.
Rachel Sibande pioneers digital innovation in Malawi, empowering youth and women through mHub’s transformative tech ecosystem.Rachel Sibande empowers Malawian youth and women through mHub, the country’s first technology …
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Florence Okoli leads bold industrial initiatives at Eraskorp Nigeria.
Florence Okoli, GMD of Eraskorp, leads bold industrial and energy initiatives to boost Nigeria’s self-sufficiency. Florence Okoli is the Group Managing Director of Eraskorp Nigeria Limited, a fast-growing …
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African BusinesswomanCEO's LoungeFemale EntrepreneursFemale TechfoundersImpact InvestmentLeadership DevelopmentVenture CapitalistYouth Empowerment
Madji Sock—Building sustainable ventures and local solutions in Francophone Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMadji Sock is leading efforts to tackle development gaps in West Africa through venture building and strategic investment. Madji Sock, a seasoned business executive from Senegal, is the …
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African BusinesswomanFashionFemale EntrepreneursLeadershipYouth Empowerment
Sarah Diouf is building a global fashion brand with Tongoro.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesSarah Diouf founded Tongoro, a Senegal-based fashion brand making bold, ethical, and globally accessible African fashion while empowering local artisans. Sarah Diouf is the founder and creative director …
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African BusinesswomanBusinessFinanceLeadershipWomen in BankingYouth Empowerment
Martha Murorua—the financial expert behind Nedbank Namibia’s transformation.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMartha Murorua is shaping the future of banking in Namibia by leading Nedbank with a focus on sustainable finance, youth empowerment, and economic resilience. Martha Murorua is a …
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African BusinesswomanCulture and TourismEntertainmentGender InclusionLeadershipSportsYouth Empowerment
Gbemisola Abudu led NBA Nigeria’s launch and cultural influence in African sports.
Gbemisola Abudu is a Nigerian-American sports executive who led NBA Nigeria’s strategic growth and youth engagement initiatives. Gbemisola Abudu made history in 2022 when she was appointed Vice …
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African BusinesswomanBusinessFemale EntrepreneursYouth Empowerment
Lhaude Africa—Rhoda Aguonigho bets on the future of Africa’s fashion.
Rhoda Aguonigho empowers emerging fashion designers across Africa through Lhaude Africa—a platform offering education, mentorship, and global exposure. Her journey began with persistent frustration. Having worked in both …
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African BusinesswomanFashionFemale EntrepreneursManufacturingPolicy MakersYouth Empowerment
Sola Babatunde leads OSC Group to reshape Nigeria’s fashion industry
Sola Babatunde is building a structured, skills-driven fashion ecosystem in Nigeria by combining vocational training, local garment manufacturing, and national policy reform. When Sola Babatunde launched OSC Group …