female entrepreneurs

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 …

Folorunsho Alakija is Africa’s richest woman. The leading African businesswoman and philanthropist founded Famfa Oil Limited, Nigeria’s foremost female-owned oil exploration company. She currently serves as its Executive …

We 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 …

The African business, finance, and technology landscape is incomplete without mentioning a remarkable figure like Odunayo Eweniyi. She is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and co-founder of PiggyVest, a …

As 2024 draws to a close, the weight of entrepreneurial responsibilities can take a heavy toll on mental and physical well-being. A recent survey revealed that burnout ranks …

Maureen Obaweya is the founder and creative director of Morin.O Designs, a Nigerian luxury leather brand that combines skilled craftsmanship with African culture. While her career began in …

Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Africa’s economy, but for millions of smallholder farmers, the threat of pests and diseases is a constant battle, jeopardising their livelihoods and food …

Osen Iyahen is an environmental engineer and social entrepreneur committed to transforming Africa’s marginalised communities through sustainable solutions. With a background in Chemical Engineering from the University of …

Africa’s business environment is witnessing a remarkable surge in women business leaders. Women comprise 58% of the continent’s self-employed population and contribute approximately 13% to its Gross Domestic …

Refilwe Sebothoma is a visionary entrepreneur who is transforming lives in South Africa. Growing up in Marikana, a mining community in the North West, she faced the harsh …