Linda Bonyo is a visionary Kenyan lawyer and tech entrepreneur revolutionising Africa’s legal landscape through technology. She began her legal career, specialising in commercial and immigration law. However, …
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Osen Iyahen empowers Nigerians through Optimal Greening.
Osen Iyahen is an environmental engineer and social entrepreneur committed to transforming Africa’s marginalised communities through sustainable solutions. With a background in Chemical Engineering from the University of …
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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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BusinessCircular EconomyClimate actorsclimate techInnovationSocial Impact
soleRebels: The female-led Ethiopian shoe brand that went global.
Multiculturalism is reshaping the African fashion industry, and it’s long overdue. For years, Western influences dominated runways and magazines, overshadowing diverse perspectives. Today, designers collaborate across borders, blending …
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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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TechLit Africa: Nelly Cheboi bridges digital gap for rural Kenyans students.
In 2019, Kenyan tech enthusiast and software engineer Nelly Cheboi, co-founder of TechLit Africa, made a daunting move when she quit a lucrative software engineering job in Chicago …
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Rethaka solar bags transform learning for South African youth.
At the age of 21, Thato Kgatlhanye and her childhood friend Rea Ngwane -co-founders of Rethaka Repurpose Schoolbags- were deeply moved by the struggles and resilience of their …
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Since 2013, The World Health Organisation has received 1500 reports of substandard or falsified products. Of these, antimalarials and antibiotics are the most commonly reported. Most reports (42%) …
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Accessing quality healthcare and essential medications can be a daunting challenge in Africa. However, Adeola Alli, a visionary Nigerian tech entrepreneur, innovates pharmaceutical care (pharma care) through her health-tech …
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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 …