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 …
Women Entrepreneurs
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AgricultureEducationImpactNon-ProfitSMEsSocial Impact
WENA: Aisha Babangida empowers Nigeria’s women-led enterprises.
Women in Nigeria face numerous challenges when venturing into entrepreneurship. According to statistics, women constitute 41% of Nigeria’s micro-business owners. Yet, they face disproportionate barriers like limited access …
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Gwyneth Gyimah Addo, known as Gwen, has transformed The Hair Senta into a leading name in Africa’s human hair and wig industry. Since its founding in 2012, this …
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BusinessGender EqualitySMEsSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Lerato Zulu takes on South Africa’s cleaning products industry.
South Africa’s cleaning products market, valued at $920 million in 2024, is projected to reach $1.13 billion by 2029, driven by heightened hygiene awareness and the long-term impact …
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Climate actorsClimate ChangeImpactInnovationSMEsSocial Impact
Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro pioneers eco-friendly decor in Nigeria.
In Nigeria, environmental challenges pose significant threats to sustainable development. However, innovators like Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro are pioneering solutions. As the founder of MitiMeth, a leading Nigerian eco-friendly accessories …
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Yesterday, I had a humbling experience that made me reflect on the challenges small business owners face in Nigeria. I took my sewing machine to a repair shop, …