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Wendy Okolo: A Nigerian Trailblazer Reaching for the Stars
Success is often defined by the courage to dream beyond limitations. For Dr. Wendy Okolo, that...
Korty EO – The Creative Behind Africa’s Most Authentic Conversations
This week's Woman of the Week is Korty EO, a Nigerian filmmaker, creative director, and digital...
Kofo Akinkugbe – Building Africa’s Digital Security Future
Kofo Akinkugbe's journey is a remarkable story of vision, resilience, and innovation. From a...
Chinyere Inya – Empowering Africa’s Startup Ecosystem
Chinyere Inya is making a lasting impact on Africa's technology and innovation landscape by...
Tokunboh Ishmael – Driving Africa’s Future Through Impact Investing
This week's Woman of the Week is Tokunboh Ishmael, a Nigerian investment leader whose work has...
Yinka Ogunbiyi, HaloBraid Founder Secures $7 Million Seed Funding to Transform Hair Braiding Industry
HaloBraid, a beauty technology startup founded by Nigerian engineer and entrepreneur Yinka...
WOMAN OF THE WEEK: ESTHER MAHLANGU
At 90 years old, Esther Mahlangu remains a powerful symbol of cultural preservation, creativity,...
Omoyemi Akerele: The Woman Who Built a Global Stage for African Fashion
Some people wait for a seat at the table. Others build the table, set every chair, and redefine...
Hilda Baci Honoured as Guinness World Records ICON
Nigerian chef and entrepreneur Hilda Baci has been officially recognised as a Guinness World...
Shell Appoints Elohor Aiboni as First Female and First Nigerian Country Chair
Aiboni’s appointment represents a significant step forward for indigenous leadership and gender inclusion within one of the world’s largest energy companies.
Woman of the Week: Tosin Oshinowo — Redefining African Architecture on the Global Stage
Tosin Oshinowo’s journey is a testament to excellence, innovation, and visionary leadership.
Financial Instruments, Cooperative Savings, and Debt Discipline: Key Insights from the Financial Literacy Symposium Q&A
During the question-and-answer session of the WOW Bi-Monthly Symposium (Financial Literacy: Beyond...
Nigerian-American Artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby Commissioned to Create Official Obama Portrait for Presidential Center
Nigerian-American artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby has been commissioned by former U.S. President...
15-Year-Old Innovator Tackles Period Poverty and Plastic Waste with Eco-Friendly Sanitary Pads
A 15-year-old Nigerian innovator, Raheema Auwal-Panti, is gaining attention for her sustainable approach to menstrual health
Financial Literacy Beyond the Purse: WOW Bi-Monthly Symposium – May Edition
The May edition of the WOW Bi-Monthly Symposium was held under the timely and thought-provoking theme, “Financial Literacy: Beyond the Purse.”
WOW Bi-Monthly Symposium (May Edition) Financial Literacy: Beyond the Purse
The May edition of the WOW Bi-Monthly Symposium focused on a timely and urgent theme: “Financial Literacy: Beyond the Purse.”
Financial Literacy: Beyond the Purse
The WOW Bi-Monthly Symposium – May Edition ultimately reinforced a powerful message: moving beyond the purse means moving from survival to stability, from stability to wealth, and from wealth to legacy.
Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim: Elevating Indigenous Women to the Frontlines of Global Climate Leadership
Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim is a powerful example of how local leadership can shape global change.
Woman of the Week: Amara Uyanna
Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Amara’s journey began with dreams of leading in the oil and energy sector.
Toyin Ajayi Success Story: Redefining Healthcare for Underserved Communities Through Cityblock Health
Toyin Ajayi’s success story is not just about founding a company, but about redefining what healthcare delivery can look like when it is designed around the needs of the most vulnerable patients