South African investor and entrepreneur Polo Leteka is funding and mentoring black women-led businesses and driving economic inclusion across Africa. She is using IDF Capital, which she founded …
Women Entrepreneurs
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Rising Tide Africa—how two women are closing Africa’s female investors gap.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAfrica’s entrepreneurial landscape is evolving rapidly, yet female founders face significant challenges in securing funding. Many struggle with investor biases, limited access to capital, and fewer opportunities to …
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Ore Runsewe’s skincare journey did not begin with luxury—it started with necessity. Having battled severe eczema since childhood, she understood that skincare was not just about appearance but …
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BusinessClean EnergyFinanceFundingGender InclusionInnovationWomen in Energy
Ifeoma Malo is shaping the future of clean energy in Africa, investing in clean-tech startups.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesIfeoma Malo, co-founder and CEO of Clean Technology Hub, is transforming Nigeria’s clean energy sector. On 14 December 2021, Clean Technology Hub, in a strategic partnership with All …
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AgricultureBusinessClimate actorsClimate Change
Nonhlanhla Joye is using plastic bags to farm, combat poverty and curb climate change.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesNonhlanhla Joye had a tragic experience following her cancer diagnosis in 2014 that made her unable to work. She began to face the harsh realities of poverty and …
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Ghana stands out globally for its high percentage of women-owned businesses. According to the Mastercard Index of Women Entrepreneurs, approximately 46% of companies in Ghana are owned by …
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BusinessManufacturingSMEsSocial ImpactTech
Eight lessons from Africa’s most influential businesswomen.
Business success is never easy, especially for women in Africa. However, that hasn’t stopped countless women from building empires and making their mark on industries. These women are …
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HealthHealthTechSocial Impact
Greymate Care—Meet Chika Madubuko, the woman meeting the elderly care needs for Africans.
The rise of mobile technology is reshaping industries across Africa, and healthcare is no exception. According to a Deloitte report, Sub-Saharan Africa is poised to be the fastest-growing …
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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 TechnologySocial ImpactTech
Ejiroghene Udu is on a mission to bridge Nigeria’s power gaps.
Power outages remain a persistent challenge across much of Nigeria, with unreliable electricity disrupting businesses and hampering economic progress. While many have accepted this as an unfortunate norm, …