The furniture sector is a dynamic and evolving industry driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and the growing demand for sustainable and innovative designs. As globalization reshapes …
SMEs
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HealthNon-ProfitSMEsSocial ImpactStartup
Adekemi Adeniyan’s quest to eradicate oral health disparities.
In Nigeria, where access to quality oral healthcare remains a challenge, vulnerable populations bear the burden of preventable diseases. Despite advancements in global dentistry, millions still suffer without …
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Victoria Oladipo Oluwaseun, Founder and CEO of Calebella Designs and Fashion Institute, is transforming fashion education in Nigeria, empowering young women with skills, confidence, and entrepreneurial spirit. With …
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AgricultureFood SecurityImpactInnovationSMEsSocial Impact
Claire Blanckenberg is disrupting global food supply with Reel Gardening.
South Africa’s food security crisis is a growing concern, affecting millions of households. In 2021, approximately 2.1 million households experienced hunger, worsened by high unemployment, poverty, and rising …
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Clean Energyclimate techImpactInnovationSMEsSocial ImpactStartupWomen in Energy
Meet Shantha Bloemen, the woman fixing mobility crisis for Zimbabwean women.
Africa is the most road-dependent region globally, with many countries relying almost entirely on roads for transportation. For 1.1 billion people across the continent, public transport or walking …
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BusinessFemale EntrepreneursSMEsStartup
Happy Coffee sets Nigeria’s coffee industry on the global map.
Nigeria’s coffee industry has long been overlooked despite its potential. However, with revenue projected to reach $89.10 million in 2024, the market is ripe for innovation. Princess Adeyinka …
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Africa’s business environment is witnessing a remarkable surge in women business leaders. Women comprise 58% of the continent’s self-employed population and contribute approximately 13% to its Gross Domestic …
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Clean EnergyClimate actorsClimate ChangeSMEsWomen in Energy
Refilwe Sebothoma bridges energy gap in rural South Africa.
Refilwe Sebothoma is a visionary entrepreneur who is transforming lives in South Africa. Growing up in Marikana, a mining community in the North West, she faced the harsh …
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Female EntrepreneursImpactSMEsSocial ImpactStartup
Christina Gyisun boosts revenues for shea farmers through Sommalife.
Growing up in the Upper West Region of Ghana, the country’s poorest region, Mawuse Christina Gyisun and the rural farmers in her community experienced abject poverty. Like every …
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Climate actorsClimate ChangeImpactInnovationSMEsSocial Impact
Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro pioneers eco-friendly decor in Nigeria.
In Nigeria, environmental challenges pose significant threats to sustainable development. However, innovators like Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro are pioneering solutions. As the founder of MitiMeth, a leading Nigerian eco-friendly accessories …