Juliet Tumusiime, at 42, stands at the forefront of eco-friendly beauty with her groundbreaking company, Cheveux Organique, a Uganda-based manufacturer producing hair extensions made from an unexpected source—banana fibres. Her journey began in 2012 during a project with USAID, where she observed an immense amount of waste in banana cultivation. Farmers were discarding banana stems […]
Swaady Martin stands as a beacon of transformative leadership in today’s rapidly evolving world. A former Fortune 500 executive and a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, Martin has carved out a unique niche at the intersection of business innovation and conscious leadership. With over 25 years of experience spanning business management, brand building, and new business model development, […]
In the bustling heart of Ireland’s multicultural tapestry, one woman stands as a beacon of unity, empowerment, and cultural pride: Tina Tinuke Akinola. With over two decades of unwavering commitment, Tina has seamlessly woven the rich threads of African heritage into the fabric of Irish society, championing the dreams of young Africans and bridging cultural […]
Born in Detroit on November 30, 1960, Ron Simons graduated from Columbia College in 1982 with a degree in English and Information Systems. Although he always harbored dreams of acting and even applied to the Yale School of Drama, the practical demands of supporting his family led him to pursue a career in technology. Simons […]
Monalisa Abimbola Azeh’s journey from law to footwear design is a tale of passion, necessity, and innovation. Her venture, Mona Matthews, was born out of a personal quest for stylish yet comfortable shoes—a quest that ultimately reshaped her career and the Nigerian footwear industry. An active sportswoman in her earlier years, Monalisa played hockey and […]
Born on July 15, 1961, in Lagos, Ogala began his educational journey at Holy Cross School in Lagos from 1967 to 1973 and continued at St. George’s College from 1974 to 1979. He pursued his passion for law at the University of Jos, where he studied from 1980 to 1985. After graduating with honors, he […]
Wole Soyinka, whose full name is Akinwande Oluwole “Wole” Babatunde Soyinka, was born on July 13, 1934, in Abeokuta, Nigeria. He is widely recognized as a towering figure in both literature and political activism. Soyinka’s journey began with his education in Nigeria and later in England, where his insatiable intellectual curiosity and deep insights distinguished […]
Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, affectionately known as Olu Jacobs, is bubbling at the age of 82. His journey from a young boy in Kano to becoming one of the most celebrated actors in Nollywood is a proof of his immense talent and dedication. Born to parents from Egba Alake, Jacobs spent his early childhood in Kano, […]
Levi Roots’ incredible journey begins in a charming village nestled in the heart of Clarendon, Jamaica. As a young boy, he spent countless hours by his grandmother’s side in the kitchen, learning the art of combining vibrant Caribbean flavors, fragrant herbs, and aromatic spices. This early culinary education, paired with his deep love for music […]
At the young age of 16, Abubakar Salim made a bold and unwavering choice to embark on a journey towards a profession in the performing arts, specifically acting. He made a commitment to himself that if he did not achieve acceptance into the prestigious National Youth Theatre on his initial try, he would reevaluate his […]