Nyari Samushonga is a Zimbabwean-born tech leader and CEO of WeThinkCode, where she drives inclusive, tuition-free coding education across South Africa. Born in Zimbabwe and trained as a …
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Josephine Katumba addressing food insecurity for Urban South Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesJosephine Katumba promotes food access in South Africa through urban farming and low-cost retail innovation. South African entrepreneur Josephine Katumba is gaining attention for her efforts to address …
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Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho is scaling digital transformation across Africa.
Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho champions Africa’s digital transformation through technology, policy advocacy, education, and innovation. Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho is a Nigerian tech entrepreneur, policy advisor, and board executive driving …
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Winifred Okafor Isichei is promoting healthy snacking in Nigeria.
Winifred Okafor Isichei is building Bonita Foods – a Nigerian food company that creates healthy, plant-based snacks using locally sourced ingredients and sustainable methods. Isichei, a trained lawyer …
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Eniola Edun, the innovator championing Nigeria’s esports revolution with Gamr.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesEniola Edun created Gamr to support Nigeria’s gaming community with better tools, training, and spaces for esports. Eniola Edun is a visionary business leader and technology advocate with …
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Kate Kallot is building Africa’s environmental data infrastructure with AI
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesKate Kallot launched Amini to create Africa’s environmental data hub, using satellite and AI for smarter climate and agriculture decisions. Kate Kallot is the founder and CEO of …
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Earthbond—Chidalu Onyenso makes solar power accessible to Nigerian SMEs.
Chidalu Onyenso is transforming how Nigeria’s small businesses access energy by building a supportive ecosystem that makes solar power affordable, reliable, and sustainable through her innovation, Eathnond. Business …
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Rhea—How two female Kenyan innovators moved to restore soil health in East Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesCo-founders Soinato Leboo and Priscillah Wanjira built Rhea to regenerate Kenya’s farmlands through accessible soil testing and personalised agronomic support. In Kenya, over 80% of agricultural land is …
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Lindiwe Masuku is innovating fleet management in Botswana.
Lindiwe Masuku is revolutionising fleet management in Botswana by providing intelligent, tech-driven solutions that help businesses cut costs, boost efficiency, and make smarter decisions through proper vehicle insights. …
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FriendnPal—Esther Eruchie’s journey to innovating mental wellness for Africans.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAcross Africa, millions of young people struggle silently with mental health challenges. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), approximately 970 million people globally—around one in every eight—were …