Oladiwura Oladepo is bridging Africa’s digital divide through inclusive tech education and skills development. The global economy is increasingly digitised, yet the disparity between those equipped with digital …
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Eniola Edun, the innovator championing Nigeria’s esports revolution with Gamr.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesEniola Edun created Gamr to support Nigeria’s gaming community with better tools, training, and spaces for esports. Eniola Edun is a visionary business leader and technology advocate with …
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Gbemisola Abudu led NBA Nigeria’s launch and cultural influence in African sports.
Gbemisola Abudu is a Nigerian-American sports executive who led NBA Nigeria’s strategic growth and youth engagement initiatives. Gbemisola Abudu made history in 2022 when she was appointed Vice …
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Asonele Kotu tackles period poverty and reproductive health inequality in South Africa.
Asonele Kotu is addressing period poverty and limited access to reproductive health services for young women in underserved communities through her South African femtech startup – FemConnect. Initially …
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Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji is empowering Nigerian youths with two tech companies.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesToyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji is a Nigerian entrepreneur transforming education and technology across Nigeria with Rise Networks and Passnownow ventures. Through these initiatives, the businesswoman is reshaping how Nigerian youth …
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Ahunna Eziakonwa spearheads Africa’s development at the UNDP.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesAhunna Eziakonwa is a Nigerian-born humanitarian advocating for Africa’s advancement on the global stage. As the Assistant Secretary-General and Director of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Africa …
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Foluke Michael is pioneering Africa’s green revolution.
Caterina De’ Medici Africa’s CEO Foluke Michael is at the forefront of Africa’s green economy movement. A project management expert, SDGs implementer, and Green Economy specialist, her work …
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Laila Macharia— the visionary who moved to shape Africa’s creative future.
Dr Laila Macharia is a Kenyan changemaker. Through her work with the Aspen Initiative Africa and the Africa Digital Media Institute, she promotes change in Africa by empowering …
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Simi Nwogugu empowers millions of African youths through JA Africa.
Simi Nwogugu has combated unemployment in Africa for over two decades by leading efforts to equip millions of youths with financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and digital skills through Junior …
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Higherlife Foundation—How Tsitsi Masiyiwa is empowering vulnerable African children and communities.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMany regions in Africa face significant challenges in accessing quality education and healthcare, particularly affecting youths, orphans, and vulnerable children. They struggle against poverty, disease, and conflict, which …
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