Jackie Odhiambo is dedicated to empowering Kenyan widows. Her initiatives focus on leadership development, health education, access to justice, and economic transformation programs. Jackie Odhiambo is the Founder …
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AdvocacyHealthLeadershipSocial Impact
Winnie Byanyima is Steering the Global HIV Response at UNAIDS.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAt UNAIDS, Winnie Byanyima balances progress in HIV prevention with persistent funding gaps and inequalities. Winnie Byanyima, a Ugandan engineer, politician, and human rights advocate, has served as …
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Gender EqualityImpact InvestmentLeadershipLeadership DevelopmentSocial ImpactWomen in Finance
Élisabeth Moreno, the Cape Verdian who rose to shape France’s equality agenda.
Élisabeth Moreno drives equality and inclusion through impact investing, women’s empowerment, and sustainable leadership across Africa and Europe. Élisabeth Moreno’s journey began in Tarrafal, Cape Verde, where she was …
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African BusinesswomanBusinessHealthLeadershipLeadership DevelopmentMaternal Health
Meet Moradeun Ogunlana, the royal visionary transforming women’s lives across continents.
HRH Princess (Dr) Moradeun Ogunlana empowers women globally through healthcare, economic development, education, consulting, and leadership advocacy. HRH Princess (Dr) Moradeun Ogunlana is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and energy …
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Gender InclusionLeadershipLeadership DevelopmentPolicyYouth Empowerment
Oley Dibba-Wadda leads women and youth empowerment in Africa.
Oley Dibba-Wadda empowers African women and youth through leadership, education, gender equality, and policy advocacy. Oley Dibba-Wadda has dedicated over 25 years to shaping Africa’s development landscape through …
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Climate actorsClimate ChangeLeadershipSocial ImpactSocial JusticeYouth Empowerment
Fatou Jeng’s fight for climate justice, gender equality, and a greener future
Fatou Jeng leads climate advocacy, gender inclusion, and community resilience initiatives through Clean Earth Gambia. Fatou Jeng’s journey into climate activism began in Banjul, The Gambia, where she …
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EducationFemale TechfoundersSciennce and TechnologyTechWomen In Tech
BabesGotBytes moves to close the gender gap in SA tech sector.
In South Africa’s tech scene, BabesGotBytes is redefining opportunities for women and narrowing the gender divide. South Africa’s tech industry has a glaring gender gap. Women make up …
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Gender EqualityGender InclusionLeadershipLogisticsWomen in Aviation
Poppy Khoza is steering growth at South Africa’s Civil Aviation Authority.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesPoppy Khoza has led South Africa’s Civil Aviation Authority with sustained safety, good governance, and greater gender balance. Poppy Khoza currently serves as the Director of Civil Aviation …
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AdvocacyGender EqualityGender InclusionLeadershipSocial Impact
Judith Kitinga is building a safer Tanzania for girls.
Judith Kitinga fights gender violence, empowers youth, and champions education, equality, and reproductive rights in Tanzania. Judith Kitinga’s journey into activism began in 2017 while conducting research at …
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AdvocacyGender EqualityMenstrual HealthNon-ProfitSocial ImpactSocial JusticeYouth Empowerment
Festus Abigail tackles Nigeria’s period poverty and digital exclusion.
Festus Abigail is empowering Nigerian girls through menstrual health, digital skills, access to education, and programs promoting economic independence. Festus Abigail has made it her mission to join …