In December 2022, Imade Bibowei Osuobeni, who had recently returned to Nigeria from London, attended an intensive five-day training organised by The United Nations eTrade for Women initiative. …
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AgricutureFinanceFinancial InclusionFood Security
Gatwĩri Njogu-Mokaya empowers smallholder farmers with instant payment in Kenya through VunaPay.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesIn Kenya, smallholder farmers constitute approximately 75% of the agricultural workforce. Unfortunately, they constantly face challenges that impede their productivity and economic well-being. One issue is the delay …
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AgricutureBusinessClimate actorsClimate Change
Nonhlanhla Joye is using plastic bags to farm, combat poverty and curb climate change.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesNonhlanhla Joye had a tragic experience following her cancer diagnosis in 2014 that made her unable to work. She began to face the harsh realities of poverty and …
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AgricutureBusinessInnovationSMEsSocial Impact
Emilia Banda Tambatamba—the woman moving to put Mozambique’s coffee on the global map.
Mozambique’s coffee industry is on the threshold of transformation, and the country’s coffee production is minimal. Global Coffee Report says the International Coffee Organisation is not reporting its …
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AgricutureBusinessFoodFood SecuritySocial Impact
Cathy Chepkemboi is selling cheaper groceries to households in Africa through Tushop.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAs the cost of living continues to skyrocket in some parts of the global economy, food expenses weigh heavily on countless households. This issue is prevalent in Africa, …
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AgricutureClimate ChangeFood SecurityImpactSciennce and Technology
Catherine Nakalembe uses technology at NASA Harvest to secure food for Africans.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesThe African Agriculture space has witnessed an influx of innovation and tech-driven solutions since the beginning of the decade. Innovators like Dr Catherine Nakalembe are using cutting-edge technologies …
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AgricutureFinanceFinancial InclusionFintechFundingStartupTech
Solape Akinpelu is building financial inclusion for rural African women.
Financial limitations continue to hold women back from starting and scaling successful businesses despite their being the backbone of many micro and small enterprises. Many African women cannot …
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AdvocacyAgricutureEducationImpactLeadershipNon-ProfitSocial Impact
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) …
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AgricutureEducationImpactNon-ProfitSMEsSocial Impact
WENA: Aisha Babangida empowers Nigeria’s women-led enterprises.
Women in Nigeria face numerous challenges when venturing into entrepreneurship. According to statistics, women constitute 41% of Nigeria’s micro-business owners. Yet, they face disproportionate barriers like limited access …
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Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Africa’s economy, but for millions of smallholder farmers, the threat of pests and diseases is a constant battle, jeopardising their livelihoods and food …