Mohdhar Mohamed, born and raised in Mombasa, Kenya, founded Morganics and Allied Ltd in 2021, a company that converts seaweed into organic fertiliser, providing farmers with an affordable and sustainable option. Drawing inspiration from the abundance of seaweed in the surrounding ocean waters, Mohdhar saw an opportunity to transform this natural resource into a product that benefits both farmers […]

Born into a nomadic family in the Somali desert in 1965, Waris Dirie’s early life was marked by hardship and resilience. At just five years old, she underwent the brutal procedure of female genital mutilation (FGM), a practice still prevalent in many countries. Fleeing an arranged marriage at 13, Waris made her way to London, where she initially worked […]

In an electrifying display of speed and determination, Rhasidat Adeleke has claimed the final Irish sprint record not already under her name, edging closer to the 11-second barrier in the 100 meters. Adeleke’s performance at the National Track and Field Championships solidifies her status as Ireland’s fastest woman. The 152nd consecutive staging of these championships was marked by high […]

At the Duchess International Women’s Day Conference 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, Chief (Mrs) Elizabeth Ozua, an Independent National Sales Director of Mary Kay Cosmetics UK & Ireland, delivered a powerful presentation that called for the global empowerment of women and girls. Themed “Inspire Inclusion: Supporting Women and Girls in Leadership, STEM, Business, and Talent Development,” her speech outlined key […]

Favour Ofili electrified the track at the Battle on the Bayou with a sensational performance, clocking a blistering time of 10.85 seconds in the women’s 100m sprint. Despite being wind-aided at 2.6 meters per second, her remarkable feat marks the fastest time of her career and sets the stage for an exciting outdoor season ahead. With her stellar performance, […]

Marla Blow’s journey from Stanford University MBA graduate to the launch and subsequent acquisition of FS Card Inc. represents a remarkable tale of entrepreneurship and social impact within the financial industry. FS Card Inc., founded in 2014 by Blow, aimed to revolutionize the credit card market by providing more consumer-friendly products to small-dollar loan customers. The Washington D.C.-based venture […]