Timnit Gebru shows why independent, inclusive AI research is increasingly necessary through her work at DAIR. Timnit Gebru is widely recognised for her contributions to the field of …
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Amanda Obidike is promoting STEM inclusion for African youth.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAmanda Obidike works to improve digital literacy and STEM opportunities for young Africans through STEMi Makers Africa. We live in a continent where technological skills increasingly shape economic …
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Louisa Kiwana Olafuyi is changing what children see and learn about Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesLouisa Kiwana Olafuyi is advancing African-centred storytelling through Kunda Kids. Louisa Kiwana Olafuyi, a Ugandan-born innovation specialist, is advancing African-centred storytelling through Kunda Kids, the children’s media and …
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Deborah Choi—the 6X founder supporting diversity and inclusion in European entrepreneurship.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesDeborah Choi works to improve access and support for women of colour entrepreneurs in Europe. Deborah Choi is an entrepreneur and business strategist whose work has gained visibility …
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Omolara Olarerin is ensuring Nigerian professionals eat healthy at work through Pocketfood.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesOmolara Olarerin is creating tech-driven solutions for healthier workplace eating. Omolara Olarerin is a product manager and entrepreneur who established Pocketfood, an AI-enabled food management platform designed to …
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How Sarah Idahosa moved to create a gender-inclusive Web3 ecosystem in Africa.
Sarah Idahosa empowers African women with blockchain education while driving community growth and partnerships in decentralised finance. Sarah Idahosa’s story in the blockchain world started during the 2020 …
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Mathebe Ngwenya innovate Africa’s beauty ecosystem with homegrown solutions.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMathebe Ngwenya is redefining African beauty by connecting local brands to consumers and championing homegrown innovation. Since 2015, Mathebe Ngwenya has built a reputation as a leader reshaping …
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How Shikoh Gitau and Qhala are shaping Kenya’s home-grown digital transformation.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesDr Shikoh Gitau is redefining Africa’s digital future through locally driven innovation and inclusive technology leadership Dr Shikoh Gitau’s journey from Mathare in Nairobi to leading one of …
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Onyinye Olisah is driving cross-border payments in Africa’s fintech sector.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesOnyinye Olisah is transforming Africa’s fintech landscape through PayOnUs, simplifying cross-border payments and promoting digital financial inclusion. Onyinye Olisah, a Nigerian fintech entrepreneur and CEO of PayOnUs, is …
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NexaScale: Adora Nwodo is building Africa’s tech future.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesNigerian engineer Adora Nwodo is redefining tech education in Africa through NexaScale. In Nigeria’s evolving technology ecosystem, Adora Nwodo is one of the voices shaping how African talent …