In the heart of Nairobi, a vibrant showroom on Quarry Road hums with the sounds of hammers and saws, crafting a symphony of creativity and hard work. This is the world of Furniture Zoo, where a rainbow of brightly coloured furniture pieces fill the space, showcasing the artistry of Kenya’s emerging furniture industry. At the […]
In a country known for its vast oil reserves, Ifedolapo Runsewe is on a different quest for “black gold.” As an entrepreneur based in Ibadan, southwestern Nigeria, she is redefining waste management through her company, Freee Recycle, which transforms discarded vehicle tyres into a range of usable products. Runsewe’s journey into the world of recycling […]
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 […]
In the serene village of Ogongo, nestled near the Ruri National Park in the heart of Homa Bay County, a young entrepreneur found her calling amidst the lush landscape. Easter Kojwang, the founder of Eastnat Limited, had a transformative moment while harvesting groundnuts at her grandmother’s farm on the slopes of Ruri Hills. The realisation […]
Dora Torwiseh, a fourth-generation participant in Ghana’s shea nut industry, has turned her family’s legacy into a powerful tool for economic empowerment. As the CEO of Nuts for Growth (N4G), Torwiseh has tapped into the global demand for shea butter, a product with a projected market value of over US$3.5 billion by 2028. But for […]
In a world where education remains a key driver of development, Mwasi Wilmore stands at the forefront of a revolution that is transforming how millions of African children learn. As the Chief Executive Officer of Ubongo International, Africa’s leading edutainment platform, Mwasi is not just a leader but a visionary, committed to building a future […]
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, […]
When Eunice Ajim touched down in Louisiana in 2012, she arrived with a suitcase of dreams and a fervent desire to turn her life around. Hailing from Cameroon and set to study Mathematics and Statistics, Ajim faced the daunting challenge of navigating a new country with minimal support. Undeterred, she tapped into her entrepreneurial spirit […]
Florence Chikezie’s journey from aspiring medical doctor to an internationally recognized entrepreneurship expert is a compelling narrative of transformation, resilience, and innovation. As an award-winning entrepreneur and esteemed member of the Forbes Council of Coaches, Chikezie has carved a remarkable niche in the world of business development. Her work as an internationally trained entrepreneurship 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 […]