Adejoke Lasisi, an Ibadan-born fashion designer and environmentalist, is redefining the relationship between waste and creativity. From humble beginnings in southwestern Nigeria, she has emerged as a leader …
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Seven African women disrupting male-dominated industries.
In Africa and beyond, gender bias persists, particularly in male-dominated industries; despite socio-economic and technological advancements, women continue to face significant barriers. From construction to politics and entertainment, …
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InnovationNon-ProfitSocial ImpactStartupTechYouth Empowerment
How Ingressive for Good is empowering African youth to thrive.
Africa is not just home to the world’s youngest population but also to a demographic dividend that presents a tremendous opportunity for growth. This growth, however, requires immediate …
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Gender EqualityImpactInnovationNon-ProfitSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Memeza: Elmarie Pereira leads South Africa’s GBV advocacy.
South Africa is grappling with a devasting increase in gender-based violence (GBV) crisis, earning it an unenviable reputation as one of the worst-affected countries globally. The statistics are …
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BusinessImpactInnovationNon-ProfitSocial ImpactStartupTech
Chisom Ezechukwu builds The Aboki Africa and Startup Advisory.
Cynthia Chisom Ezechukwu was captivated by the work of shoe artisans from a young age. Many of them created stunning leather shoe products but needed help finding a …
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InnovationPolicyPolicymakersStartupTechTech Law
Linda Bonyo bridges the gap between law and technology in Africa.
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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Clean EnergyClimate actorsclimate techImpactInnovationNon-ProfitSocial Impact
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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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 …
