Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke is empowering African women through impact investing, inclusive philanthropy, and platforms that scale women-led businesses. Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke is one of Africa’s most accomplished figures in gender-lens …
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Chinenye Ajayi is driving change in Nigeria’s energy sector.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesChinenye Ajayi bridges law, energy, and leadership to advance sustainable power solutions in Nigeria. Chinenye Ajayi has established herself as a notable figure within Nigeria’s energy and infrastructure …
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Fumbi Chima is leading digital change at BECU.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesFumbi Chima is driving digital transformation and innovation at Boeing Employees Credit Union (BECU) through strategic technology leadership. Fumbi Chima is a senior technology executive with experience spanning …
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Esther Waititu is driving the next generation of digital finance in Africa.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesEsther Masese Waititu is shaping the future of digital finance in Kenya and beyond through her leadership at Safaricom. Esther Waititu is a Kenyan finance executive currently serving …
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Amaka Okechukwu Opara is funding and empowering female founders with WEAV.
Amaka Okechukwu Opara is reshaping the future of women-led African businesses by providing early-stage capital, strategic support, and vital networks through her venture fund, WEAV. As the founding …
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Valotech228—Dorothy Mofomme is bridging the gender gap in SA railway sector.
Dorothy Mofomme, through her company Valotech228, is impacting South Africa’s railway infrastructure and building pathways for the next generation of female engineers to rise. She was just nine …
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Victoire Tomegah Dogbé—Togo’s first female Prime Minister steering progressive reforms.
For decades, Togo’s leadership was predominantly male-dominated. Although women comprise 51.3% of the population and represent 51.1% of the agricultural workforce, their presence in high-level governance remained minimal. …
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Samia Suluhu Hassan—Tanzania’s first visionary leaders and female president.
When Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan assumed office as President of the United Republic of Tanzania on March 19, 2021, following the death of President John Pombe Magufuli, …