Madji 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 EntrepreneursManufacturingPolicymakersYouth 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 …
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DiasporaFemale PoliticiansLeadershipPolicyPolicymakersSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Nigerian-British, Princess Opeyemi Bright, becomes the UK’s youngest Civic Mayor.
Mayor Princess Opeyemi Bright has been officially appointed as the Civic Mayor of Barking and Dagenham, making history as the youngest person to hold this position in the …
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African BusinesswomanBusinessFashionManagementYouth Empowerment
Damilola Ademilokun is fixing talent problem in African fashion sector.
Damilola Ademilokun is building the structure Africa’s fashion industry desperately needs by creating a whole ecosystem for talent recruitment, career development, and HR. Across Nigeria and Africa, fashion …
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AgricultureFemale TechfoundersGender InclusionInnovationSocial ImpactStartupTechWomen In TechYouth Empowerment
Naledi Magowe bridges Africa’s digital divide with low-cost mobile tech.
Across rural Africa, where smartphones are scarce and data is unaffordable, Naledi Magowe is helping millions leap over the digital divide. As co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of …
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African BusinesswomanFood SecurityGender InclusionInnovationSocial ImpactSocial JusticeYouth Empowerment
Wawira Njiru is feeding Kenya’s future with Food4Education.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesIn Kenya, an estimated 1.6 million school-aged children face food insecurity, a challenge that contributes to low school attendance and diminished academic performance. While government initiatives, such as …