At just 25, Ekhlas Ahmed is a reference of defying immense challenges to shape a brighter future for herself and others. Born in Darfur, Sudan, Ekhlas endured the devastating impacts of conflict, fleeing her home with her family to seek refuge in Egypt before eventually resettling in Portland, Maine. Despite losing two critical years of education during this upheaval, […]
Dzigbordi Kwaku-Dosoo Is Leveraging Adversity Into Leadership and Global Impact
For nearly three decades, Dzigbordi Kwaku-Dosoo has journeyed through an illustrious career spanning banking, investment consulting, entrepreneurship, corporate training, media, and high-performance coaching. Today, she stands as a global speaker, CEO, and coach. Dzigbordi’s career began in the competitive financial services industry in New York, where she joined a retail bank fresh out of university during its merger transition. […]
Fatima Mohammed Habib: Meet Nigeria’s Young Humanitarian Changing Lives
Fatima Mohammed Habib is a shining beacon of hope and determination, embodying the essence of selflessness. Born on September 23, 1999, in Maiduguri, Borno State, Fatima’s journey into humanitarianism began remarkably early. At the age of 14, she founded the Advocacy for Human Value Foundation (AFHVF), a non-profit organization committed to transforming lives in vulnerable communities across Nigeria. Guided […]
Dr. Helena Ndume: A Visionary Transforming Lives in Namibia
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 Lifelong Commitment to Humanity
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: Championing a Revolution for Girls in Zimbabwe and Beyond
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 Trailblazer in Law, Human Rights, and Social Development
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 […]
Farida Allaghi: Pioneering Advocate for Human Development and Civil Society in the Arab World
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 […]
Divine Ndhlukula: Pioneering Zimbabwe’s Security Industry and Empowering Generations of Women
From humble beginnings in rural Gutu, Masvingo, Divine Ndhlukula carved a path to success that redefines leadership, resilience, and women’s empowerment in Zimbabwe. As the Founder and Managing Director of SECURICO, Zimbabwe’s first ISO-certified security company, and Zvikomborero Farms, renowned for goat production, Divine embodies entrepreneurial excellence and social impact. Her journey began with a childhood dream to create […]
Christelle Kwizera: Engineering Rwanda’s Water Revolution and Youth Movement
At just 25, Christelle Kwizera embodies innovation, leadership, and a profound commitment to social impact. The Rwandan mechanical engineer and social entrepreneur is the founder and managing director of Water Access Rwanda, an award-winning enterprise revolutionizing water access across Africa. Since its inception in 2014, the organization has provided clean, reliable water to over 126,000 Rwandans through a network […]