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Wind, Solar and Hydro Power: Our renewable energy initiatives in Africa at a glance.

by Media Partner July 9, 2025

by Media Partner July 9, 2025

Africa’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly with rising populations and expanding economies driving the demand for reliable, sustainable and affordable energy. The World Bank estimates that about 640 …
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AFCC 2025: Why should you miss the Africa Female CEO Conference?

by Faith James July 4, 2025

by Faith James July 4, 2025

AFCC 2025 is where Africa’s visionary women converge to lead, connect, and create pathways to building sustainable businesses. Across Africa, a new generation of women is rewriting the …
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Doreen Orishaba leads BasiGo’s push for electric mobility in Rwanda.

by Faith James July 1, 2025

by Faith James July 1, 2025

Doreen Orishaba leads BasiGo’s initiative to introduce electric buses to Rwanda, transforming urban transportation sustainably. Doreen Orishaba, a Ugandan engineer and mobility specialist, is currently serving as the …
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Salma Okonkwo champion’s clean energy transition in Ghana.

by Happiness Uduak June 13, 2025

by Happiness Uduak June 13, 2025

Salma Okonkwo is building West Africa’s largest solar farm to provide sustainable electricity to underserved communities in northern Ghana. Salma Okonkwo is a leading Ghanaian energy entrepreneur. She …
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WidEnergy Africa—How two women moved to electrify Zambian villages.

by Happiness Uduak June 11, 2025

by Happiness Uduak June 11, 2025

WidEnergy Africa empowers Zambian women by providing affordable solar energy solutions and promoting digital access. WidEnergy Africa (WidEnergy) provides affordable, solar-powered energy solutions to off-grid communities in Zambia …
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Florence Okoli leads bold industrial initiatives at Eraskorp Nigeria.

by Happiness Uduak June 5, 2025

by Happiness Uduak June 5, 2025

Florence Okoli, GMD of Eraskorp, leads bold industrial and energy initiatives to boost Nigeria’s self-sufficiency. Florence Okoli is the Group Managing Director of Eraskorp Nigeria Limited, a fast-growing …
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Bola Shagaya, Nigerian businesswoman and founder of Bolmus Group Int.

by Happiness Uduak May 28, 2025

by Happiness Uduak May 28, 2025

Hajia Bola Shagaya MON is the founder and CEO of Bolmus Group International and one of Africa’s wealthiest and most influential women. She has built and continues to …
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Godrey Ogbechie leads Rainoil’s strategic national expansion.

by Faith James May 28, 2025

by Faith James May 28, 2025

Godrey Ogbechie drives Rainoil’s nationwide growth by blending strategic infrastructure development with community-focused leadership in Nigeria’s energy sector. Since being appointed Group Executive Director of Rainoil Limited in …
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Taelo Mojapelo expands bpSA’s retail footprint, steers inclusive growth.

by Faith James May 27, 2025

by Faith James May 27, 2025

Taelo Mojapelo contributes to South Africa’s energy landscape by driving BP Southern Africa’s (bpSA) growth strategy and championing gender equity and economic empowerment. Since June 2020, Taelo Mojapelo …
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Kadijah Amoah—Ghanaian businesswoman and CEO of Pecan Energies.

by Faith James May 26, 2025

by Faith James May 26, 2025

Kadijah Amoah drives growth at Pecan Energies, focusing on local impact, innovation, and responsible oil production. As the CEO of Pecan Energies Ghana Limited, Kadijah Amoah continues to …

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