Oladiwura Oladepo is bridging Africa’s digital divide through inclusive tech education and skills development. The global economy is increasingly digitised, yet the disparity between those equipped with digital …
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Dineo Lioma boosts Africa’s healthcare with AI, genomics data solutions.
Dineo Lioma leverages AI and African genomic data to develop tailored healthcare solutions for Africa. South Africa’s Dineo Lioma uses AI, African genomic data, and digital health platforms …
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Rachel Sibande empowers youth innovation with Malawi’s first tech hub, mHub.
Rachel Sibande pioneers digital innovation in Malawi, empowering youth and women through mHub’s transformative tech ecosystem.Rachel Sibande empowers Malawian youth and women through mHub, the country’s first technology …
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Madji Sock—Building sustainable ventures and local solutions in Francophone Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMadji Sock is leading efforts to tackle development gaps in West Africa through venture building and strategic investment. Madji Sock, a seasoned business executive from Senegal, is the …
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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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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 …
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Asonele Kotu tackles period poverty and reproductive health inequality in South Africa.
Asonele Kotu is addressing period poverty and limited access to reproductive health services for young women in underserved communities through her South African femtech startup – FemConnect. Initially …