Farouk Gumel, the Group Executive Director and Vice Chairman for Africa at Tropical General Investment (TGI) Group, plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s vast operations across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. With TGI Group’s involvement in multiple sectors—ranging from food and agribusiness to financial services and pharmaceuticals—Gumel’s leadership has been instrumental in positioning the conglomerate as […]
Ahmed Samir Saleh: From Engineering to Egypt’s Minister of Industry and Trade – A Political Journey of Leadership and Economic Reforms
Ahmed Samir Saleh, born in 1974, is an accomplished Egyptian politician and industrial leader, currently serving as the Minister of Industry and Trade. His journey from the engineering field to the heart of Egypt’s economic and industrial policies has been marked by notable achievements in both the private sector and public service. Saleh earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical […]
Happy Independence Day, Nigeria
A nation blessed with multiple indigenous differences and still standijg the test of time, we enjoy all Nigerians celebrating the 64th independence day anniversary. The roll of years have birthed immense successes all over the country as always. From sports to education to breakthrough innovations, Nigeria is a worthy contemporary on the global stage. The nation is home to […]
Happy New Month
The new month of October has begun and Nigeria is celebrating 64 years of existence, great achievements, global acclaim and a progressive unity that leads the way. As the whole month unwraps itself, take challenges and channels to greatness by turning the lemons to lemonades, for every closed door is a chance to the next level of success. When […]
Tsitsi Masiyiwa: On The Global Course To Philanthropy and Education Impact
Tsitsi Masiyiwa has built a legacy as a philanthropist, impact investor, and advocate for human capital development across Africa. Her visionary leadership in both the non-profit and philanthropic sectors has reshaped how we approach social impact, poverty alleviation, and education on the continent. As the Executive Chair and Co-Founder of Higherlife Foundation, which she launched with her husband, Strive […]
Celebrating 50 Years of Impact: Dupe Olusola Launches Philanthropic Foundation for Underserved Children
As Dupe Olusola, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Transcorp Hotels Plc, celebrates her 50th birthday today, she marks the occasion with a powerful new initiative that exemplifies her lifelong commitment to social impact: the launch of the Next Generation Foundation (NGF). Dedicated to improving the lives of underserved and vulnerable children through education, the foundation is poised to create […]
Rocket Health: Revolutionizing Telemedicine in Uganda and Beyond
In Uganda’s healthcare industry, Dr. Davis Musinguzi saw a troubling trend—patients were seeking medical care too late, often when diseases had already progressed to severe stages. This delay in consultation significantly impacted treatment outcomes, leading Musinguzi to think about how timely access to information and remote healthcare could improve patient prognosis. In response to this challenge, Musinguzi teamed up […]
Transforming Africa’s Furniture Landscape: Jumoke Dada With The Womanly Touch of Taeillo Carpentry
In Africa, societal class structures create distinct lifestyles and consumer habits, particularly in the realm of luxury goods. The upper class, often seen as the harbingers of urbanization, set trends that others aspire to follow. Among these trends, the demand for stylish, high-quality furniture has surged, presenting a significant opportunity for innovation. Jumoke Dada recognized this gap in the […]
Ibrahima Cheikh Diong: A Visionary Leader Shaping Climate Resilience and Infrastructure Development
With an impressive career spanning over three decades and multiple continents, Ibrahima Cheikh Diong has become a formidable leader in the realms of finance, infrastructure development, and climate risk management. Appointed in 2020 as the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and Director General of the African Union’s African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group, Diong has set himself apart as a pioneer […]
Brian Gitta: Pioneering Innovation in Ugandan Healthcare with Matibabu
At just 24 years old, Ugandan software engineer Brian Gitta has made a significant impact on healthcare with his groundbreaking invention, Matibabu. Recently awarded the prestigious Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, Gitta’s device provides a swift, bloodless malaria testing solution that aims to revolutionize how the disease is diagnosed and managed in Uganda and beyond. Gitta’s journey into the […]