In recent years, the wave of female entrepreneurship in Africa has gained momentum, with women from diverse backgrounds leveraging technology to innovate solutions for pressing societal issues. From …
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BusinessEducationFemale EntrepreneursGender InclusionInnovationSciennce and Technology
Ethel Cofie is creating a safe space for women in Africa’s tech ecosystem.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesEthel Cofie, a visionary leader and entrepreneur from Ghana, is helping to empower women to thrive in the tech sector. Through her EDEL Technology Consulting and Women in …
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EducationImpactInnovationSciennce and TechnologyTechYouth Empowerment
Arielle Kitio Tsamo empowers African youth with digital literacy.
Arielle Kitio Tsamo has redefined education in Africa by championing digital skills among young people. She is a software engineer and social entrepreneur from Cameroon. In 2017, she …
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In Africa, over 40 million people live with disabling hearing loss, a condition that often leads to social isolation, limited career opportunities, and poverty. Many face stigma and …
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“Identity fraud is the theft or misrepresentation of someone’s identity for financial gain, thereby causing immense harm, from personal financial losses to the erosion of trust in digital …
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ExclusiveFeaturesFinanceFinancial InclusionFintech
Omotayo Aghedo: A journey of numbers, growth, and impact.
“Expanding in the African remittances market requires understanding the regional regulatory landscape, building trust with local communities, and offering affordable, secure, and convenient payment solutions.”— Omotayo Aghedo, Head …
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Female EntrepreneursImpactSMEsSocial ImpactWomen in Energy
Christelle Kwizera impacts many through Water Access Rwanda.
In many developed parts of the world, getting clean water is as easy as turning on the tap. However, clean water is a luxury in Rwanda and many …
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Circular EconomyClimate actorsClimate ChangeImpactInnovationSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Adejoke Lasisi, the Nigerian innovator turning waste into wealth.
Adejoke Lasisi, an Ibadan-born fashion designer and environmentalist, is redefining the relationship between waste and creativity. From humble beginnings in southwestern Nigeria, she has emerged as a leader …
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InnovationNon-ProfitSocial ImpactStartupTechYouth Empowerment
How Ingressive for Good is empowering African youth to thrive.
Africa is not just home to the world’s youngest population but also to a demographic dividend that presents a tremendous opportunity for growth. This growth, however, requires immediate …
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CybersecurityImpactNon-ProfitSocial ImpactTech
Confidence Staveley, Guardian of Africa’s digital landscape.
Confidence Staveley has made a name for herself as Africa’s Most Celebrated Female Cybersecurity Leader. As the founder of the CyberSafe Foundation, she has dedicated her career to …