Ken Ofori-Atta, born on November 7, 1958, in Kibi, Eastern Region of Ghana, has been a pivotal figure in shaping Ghana’s financial landscape. With a lineage deeply rooted in economics and politics, Ofori-Atta’s path was influenced by his father, Akwasi Andrews Jones Amoako Atta Ofori-Atta, a distinguished economist and politician who served as a senior lecturer at the University […]
In the complex world of international finance, few leaders have made as profound an impact as Admassu Tadesse, the President Emeritus and Group Managing Director of the Trade and Development Bank (TDB). Under his visionary leadership, TDB has not only grown in size and scope but has also positioned itself as a critical player in the sustainable development of […]
In the evolving landscape of African development, one name stands out: Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina name is not whispered but very much announced with all at attention. Often heralded as “Africa’s Optimist-in-Chief,” Dr. Adesina’s visionary leadership and unyielding passion for the continent’s transformation have set him apart as a different breed of individual-communal development and growth champion. His numerous […]
On August 28, 2020, Serge Ekué assumed office as the President of the Banque Ouest Africaine de Développement (BOAD), marking a significant milestone in his illustrious career. Ekué, a distinguished expert in financial markets and capital markets, brings over two decades of global experience in international finance, structured finance, and market operations. His leadership is poised to drive the […]
Honourable Fatimatu Abubakar, the newly appointed Minister of Information in Ghana, is establishing herself as a dynamic and influential presence in the country’s political realm. President Akufo-Addo recently elevated her from the position of Deputy Information Minister, which she held for a span of three years, to head the Ministry of Information reflecting her exceptional commitment and proficiency, traits […]
Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, the incumbent President of Togo, has forged a legacy grounded in national reconciliation and economic modernization since assuming the presidency. Born on June 6, 1966, in Afanyagan, Togo, Gnassingbé is the offspring of Etienne Gnassingbé Eyadema, a military official who seized power in a coup d’état in 1967. Faure’s academic odyssey led him from Lomé to […]
Roselinda Soipan Tuya, born in Narok County, hails from a family deeply entrenched in public service. Her father, Samson Ole Tuya, served as a two-term MP for Narok South, while her mother was a councillor in the now-defunct Narok County Council. This legacy of leadership and dedication to community welfare set the stage for Soipan’s own distinguished career. Soipan’s […]
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 began his professional journey […]
From a young age, Arooj Sheikh harbored a dream that seemed insurmountable: to qualify as a barrister in the UK. Raised in Kenya by a single mother, Arooj’s aspirations faced numerous obstacles. Her mother, a guiding force in her life, always encouraged her to dream big, emphasizing that it wasn’t where she studied that mattered, but what she did […]
Onyeka Onwenu, a Nigerian icon and multifaceted talent, left an indelible mark on the world of music, acting, human rights activism, journalism, and politics. Her passing on Tuesday night at the Reddington Hospital in Lagos has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and beyond. Born on January 31, 1952, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Onwenu’s impressive career spanned over […]
