Malawi has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world, with 439 deaths per 100,000 live births recorded between 2010 and 2016. Many of these deaths …
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AdvocacyEducationHealthMaternal HealthSocial Impact
Adepeju Jaiyeoba is providing life-saving solutions for mothers and babies in Nigeria.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesFor many women, the simple act of giving birth becomes a risky journey, often marked by preventable complications and insufficient medical support. But the story is changing as …
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BusinessFinancial InclusionGender InclusionInnovationSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
SweepSouth—Aisha Pandor’s bold move to innovate Africa’s domestic workforce.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAround the world, domestic workers often operate in underpaid and undervalued work environments- without the recognition they deserve. Despite their critical role in maintaining households and enabling professionals …
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AdvocacyImpactSocial ImpactSocial Justice
STER—Oluwaseun Osowobi is on a mission to help sexual assault victims in Nigeria.
Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi had firsthand experience with sexual assault. Since then, she has dedicated her life to fighting for survivors like herself. As the founder of Stand to …
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BusinessFemale EntrepreneursGender EqualityGender InclusionSocial Impact
Divine Ndhlukula is the largest employer of women in Zimbabwe— after the government.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesThe global security sector has long been plagued by two persistent challenges- a lack of professionalism and inclusivity. Globally, private security services often fail to meet international standards, …
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BusinessClean EnergySocial ImpactWomen in Energy
Sandra Chukwudozie serves over 1.5 million Nigerians with clean energy —28 million to go.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesEnergy access is essential for economic development, yet millions worldwide still live without reliable access to electricity. This lack of energy, especially in underserved and off-grid communities, stifles …
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BusinessEducationFinancial InclusionImpact InvestmentinvestmentSocial Impact
How Lydiah Bosire built a system connecting Africans with oversea study financing.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesFor thousands of ambitious African students, the aspiration of attending prestigious universities is often derailed by financial constraints and limited support systems. In Sub-Saharan Africa, over 54% of …
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AdvocacyHealthImpactSocial Impact
Yvonne Chaka Chaka leverages global music status to advocate for HIV/AIDS.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAccording to the Global HIV and AIDS statistics, 39.9 million people were living with HIV in 2023, marking it as one of the most pressing health challenges worldwide. …
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AdvocacyImpactSocial ImpactSocial Justice
Heritage Sanmi-Lawal is creating a safe space for sexual violence survivors across Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesSexual violence remains a global crisis, with harrowing statistics highlighting the urgent need for leadership, advocacy, and gender-inclusive solutions. According to international reports, one in three women experiences …
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EntertainmentSocial ImpactSports
Elizabeth Oshoba is on the move to replicate her boxing success in Nigeria.
Elizabeth Oshoba was never one to back down from a fight. In 2024, she made headlines across the globe by becoming the first Nigerian woman to win the …