Ugandan long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo has set a new benchmark in the world of road racing, shattering the half-marathon world record at the Barcelona Half Marathon on Sunday. Clocking an astonishing 56 minutes and 41 seconds, Kiplimo sliced 49 seconds off the previous record set by Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha in October, marking the greatest single improvement in men’s half-marathon […]
Today, we celebrate a remarkable leader, strategist, and visionary, Yinka Akande, as he marks 60 incredible years of impact, excellence, and innovation! From his tenure as Director-General and CEO of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) to his role as Managing Director of Dangote Industries Free Zone Development Company (DIFZDC), Akande has consistently shaped industries with his expertise and […]
Growing up in a modest family in Mbale District, Uganda, Daniel Masaba overcame financial hardships to pursue a medical degree through a government scholarship. University life was tough; with limited support from home, Masaba relied on his ingenuity to make ends meet. Leveraging skills in graphic design and music that he acquired in secondary school, he supported himself by […]
Dr. Helena Ndume, a celebrated Namibian ophthalmologist, stands as a beacon of hope and resilience. Renowned for her humanitarian work, she has performed over 55,000 free sight-restoring surgeries, transforming lives across Namibia. Her journey—from a small village under apartheid to an internationally acclaimed eye surgeon—reflects extraordinary determination and an unwavering commitment to service. Growing up in northern Namibia during […]
Dr. Hawa Abdi Dhiblawe, a pioneering Somali physician and human rights activist, left an indelible mark on Somalia and beyond through her unwavering dedication to serving vulnerable communities. Born in 1947 in Mogadishu, she overcame early hardships, raising her siblings after the loss of their mother, while nurturing her dreams for a better future. Her journey from poverty to […]
Betty Makoni’s tireless advocacy for girls’ rights has transformed the lives of thousands in Zimbabwe and globally. Awarded The World’s Children’s Prize in 2007, Makoni has dedicated her life to combating abuse, child labor, forced marriages, and gender-based violence through her groundbreaking organization, the Girl Child Network (GCN). Founded to empower and protect vulnerable girls, GCN has established over […]
Bience Gawanas, a distinguished Namibian lawyer, diplomat, and social justice advocate, has had an illustrious career spanning over four decades, marked by relentless dedication to human rights, social development, and gender equality. Recently appointed as the new Chancellor of the University of Warwick, Gawanas captures the principles of academic excellence, diversity, and global impact — an inspiring model for […]
The recent investiture of Prince Arc. Akinlusi Muhaiminudeen Adeniji Mohammed as a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) marked a significant milestone in the architectural and community development landscape. The event, held during the NIA’s 2024 Annual General Meeting, celebrated Mohammed’s outstanding contributions to architecture and sustainable development in Nigeria. A distinguished alumnus of King’s College, Lagos, […]
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Farida Allaghi, a trailblazing figure in human development and civil society, has spent over four decades shaping policies, initiatives, and organizations across the Arab world and beyond. Serving as Senior Advisor to the President of the Arab Gulf Programme for United Nations Development Organizations (AGFUND) and formerly leading its Women and Children Division, Dr. Allaghi’s influence extends globally through […]
