Weekend Read Simisola Badiru has become a name synonymous with innovation and influence in Africa’s music and entertainment industry. Currently serving as the Head of Artist Services and …
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OSAZ: Osazomon Imarenezor innovates melanin-rich skincare with AI and data.
Osazomon Imarenezor is using AI and skin-specific data to help beauty and pharmaceutical brands create personalised skincare products tailored to melanin-rich and historically underserved skin types. Born out …
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Farmz2U—Aisha Raheem is improving food production in Nigeria and Kenya.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAisha Raheem, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Farmz2U, is leading a revolution in African agriculture. Born in September 1990, Raheem’s inspiration to enter the agricultural sector stemmed …
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Meet the Nigerian Named Top 0.5% in Class of 2025 MBAs Globally.
Toritse David Maroh’s journey spans lobbying African chiefs alongside UN Women to walking Wall Street’s corridors. Now, the MIT Sloan standout is out to build inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems …
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Solape Akinpelu wins $30,000 Aurora Tech Award to advance financial inclusion in Africa.
Recently, Solape Akinpelu, founder of HerVest, won the $30,000 top prize at the 2025 Aurora Tech Award, an international competition celebrating women founders whose tech solutions create real …
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Zanele Matome is taking healthcare to underserved South Africans.
Zanele Matome is revolutionising corporate and home healthcare in South Africa. She is building a tech-powered, people-first platform that brings quality care directly to where people live and …
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NeoNest—Vivian Arinaitwe’s innovative neonatal device for Africa’s preterm babies.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesVivian Arinaitwe is a biomedical engineer whose dedication to neonatal care has led to the founding of Che Innovations Uganda Limited. This company is committed to developing locally …
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Klasha, Jessica Anuna’s move to streamline cross-border payments for Africans.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesJessica Anuna is the founder and CEO of Klasha, a global fintech that streamlines cross-border payments for African consumers. The businesswoman’s journey began while shopping online from Africa. …