Alex Mativo, born on April 21, 1994, is a visionary Kenyan entrepreneur and fashion designer. He is the founder and CEO of E-LAB, a groundbreaking company dedicated to eradicating electronic waste in Africa by transforming it into innovative products for the fashion and interior design industry. Additionally, Mativo is the recipient of the prestigious Queen’s Young Leaders Award, recognizing […]
Theo Baloyi, born and bred in Pretoria, transitioned from a successful career at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) to becoming an influential entrepreneur. With a professional background in accounting, Theo spent five years at PwC, working in asset management, strategy, and financial management. His tenure included two years in South Africa and three years in the Middle East, specifically in Dubai and […]
In 2010, Portia Mngomezulu embarked on a transformative journey that would lead her to become the founder of Portia M Skin Solutions, a company specializing in skincare products crafted from indigenous African oils. The inspiration for her business came after the birth of her child, when her mother-in-law recommended marula oil to treat her stretch marks. Intrigued by its […]
Appointed in 2023 as the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency of Nigeria by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Lanre Issa-Onilu is one personality that cannot be forgotten in a bury. A quiet but larger-than-life soul, Issa-Onilu comes across the table as unassuming, however, his career track record presents boosts of both national and international impact Lanre Issa-Onilu, a distinguished […]
Engr. Dr. Abiola Kosegbe’s illustrious career in civil engineering and public service reflects a blend of professional excellence and dedicated leadership. Her journey began in the UK with Taylor Woodrow Construction in 1989 and Gadmon Building Construction. Upon returning to Nigeria in 1996, she joined the Lagos State Government’s Ministry of Transportation, marking the start of her significant contributions […]
Engr. Abiodun Abimbola Orekoya, born on December 24, 1965, in Lagos, has built a remarkable career characterized by significant contributions to both the engineering and political arenas in Nigeria. His educational journey began at Lagos City Council Primary School and continued at The Apostolic Church Grammar School in Ketu, Lagos. Driven by a passion for engineering, Orekoya pursued further […]
Dr. Catherine Nyongesa Watta stands as a trailblazer in the field of oncology, particularly in Kenya where she is celebrated as the first female radiation oncologist. With over a decade of experience in clinical and radiation oncology, Dr. Nyongesa serves at the Texas Cancer Centre Nairobi and Kenyatta National Hospital. Her extensive educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in […]
At the tender age of 19, Paul Okari embarked on a project that would challenge cultural taboos and transform the lives of many young women across Africa. Recognizing how poverty-stricken girls were forced to miss school due to a lack of access to commercial sanitary products, Okari decided to take action. This initiative led to the creation of Safi […]
Chelsea Manalo, a 24-year-old with a Filipino mother and African American father, made history in 2024 as the first Black woman to be crowned Miss Universe Philippines. Her victory, celebrated widely on social media, is seen as a significant step towards redefining beauty standards in the country. Representing Bulacan, a province north of Manila, Manalo emerged victorious over 52 […]
In a historic moment for both the United Kingdom and Nigeria, Mrs. Abigail Marshall Katung has been officially sworn in as the first African Lord Mayor of Leeds. She assumes the role from Al Garthwaite, becoming the city’s 130th Lord Mayor and marking a significant milestone as the first person of African descent to hold this prestigious position. Abigail […]
