Mukwandi Chibesakunda is driving change in Zambia’s banking through innovation and inclusive leadership. Mukwandi Walusiku Chibesakunda is a leader in Zambia’s financial services sector. In October 2020, she …
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IRUKA Africa—Amarachukwu Nwokokoro’s systems uplift, educate, and empower.
IRUKA Africa empowers African youth, particularly girls, via education, leadership, advocacy, and community social development. Amarachukwu Nwokokoro, affectionately called The Global Asset, is a Nigerian changemaker working at …
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AFCC 2025: Why should you miss the Africa Female CEO Conference?
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAFCC 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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Simi Nwogugu empowers millions of African youths through JA Africa.
Simi Nwogugu has combated unemployment in Africa for over two decades by leading efforts to equip millions of youths with financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and digital skills through Junior …
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Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila guides Namibia through socio-economic growth.
Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, who joined Namibia’s liberation struggle at 12, has become the country’s first female Prime Minister since 2015. She has since dedicated her life to contributing to …
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Why Afua Osei co-founded She Leads Africa— to empower more African women.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesWe live in a world where conversations around gender equality continue to evolve, and Afua Osei has chosen to emerge as a formidable advocate for women’s empowerment. Afua …
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Debt recovery in Nigeria has long been burdened by aggressive tactics, creating tension between borrowers and lenders. Borrowers often feel overwhelmed, while lenders need help recovering funds without …
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Ada Chukwudozie, a distinguished Nigerian businesswoman.
On September 18, 2024, Lady Ada Chukwudozie made history by becoming the first Igbo woman to chair a commercial bank in Nigeria, Keystone Bank. This appointment marks her …
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Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, first African queen to receive London Award.
Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, recently achieved a historic milestone as the first African queen to receive the distinguished Honorary Freedom of the …
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TIBA: How Adeola Osideko is redefining professional recognition in Africa.
In an era marked by rapid economic transformation and a growing emphasis on professional development, Omobabinrin Adeola Osideko stands out as a beacon of inspiration. As the founder …