She is the co-founder of Sommalife, an agritech social enterprise that empowers smallholder women farmers in West Africa. Sommalife provides support services for local producers to increase their business income and contribute to environmental conservation sustainably.

Mawuse has over ten years of experience in the development sector, focusing on women’s empowerment and agritech. She is a passionate advocate for gender equality and believes that empowering women farmers is essential to achieving food security and sustainable development.

Under Mawuse’s leadership, Sommalife has reached thousands of women farmers in northern Ghana. The company provides women farmers access to finance, training, and market linkages. Sommalife has also helped to protect over 630 acres of shea parklands in the Upper West Region. Mawuse’s work has been recognized by several awards, including the African Women in Agribusiness Award and the Young Agripreneur of the Year Award.

He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Investiv, an agricultural consulting firm that uses drones for farming. As a co-founder of this pioneering agribusiness venture, he recognized the immense potential of harnessing technology and innovation to revolutionize the agricultural landscape. Investiv’s mission extends beyond business – it’s about creating lasting impact.

With a focus on agri-tech, Investiv empowers local communities, strengthens supply chains, and contributes to the economic growth of not just one nation, but an entire continent. Karim’s contributions haven’t gone unnoticed. He’s been hailed as one of the great hopes of the African continent.

His visionary approach to agribusiness and dedication to sustainable growth have earned him a well-deserved place among Africa’s young entrepreneurs who are steering the region toward a brighter future. His recognition as a finalist in the Africa Business Heroes competition also underscores the significance of his work. Karim’s story resonates far beyond the confines of entrepreneurship. It’s a story of possibility, resilience, and the power of belief.

She has held prominent roles in the corporate world and has garnered recognition for her leadership skills and impact. She is currently serving as the Group Chief Executive Officer of Transnational Corporation of Nigeria (Transcorp Group), a diversified conglomerate with strategic investments in the Power, Hospitality and Oil and Gas sectors.

She previously served as the Chief Operating Officer of The Tony Elumelu Foundation, a leading philanthropy empowering young African entrepreneurs across all 54 African countries.

Owen is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment and economic development and a mentor to young women. She is a recipient of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG)’s Young Business Leader of the Year Award.

She is the founder and CEO of Plum Perfect, a mobile app that helps users find the perfect shade of makeup for their skin tone. Ahmed was born in Nigeria and raised in the United States. She studied chemical engineering at the University of Virginia and business administration at Columbia Business School. After graduating, she worked as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company.

In 2014, Ahmed founded Plum Perfect after being frustrated with the difficulty of finding the right shade of makeup. The app uses artificial intelligence to match users’ skin tone to the perfect shade of makeup. Ahmed is also a passionate advocate for women in technology and entrepreneurship. She is a mentor to young entrepreneurs and has spoken at various conferences and events on the topics of technology and entrepreneurship.

In 2016, Ahmed was named one of the “Top 26 Women of Color Diversifying Entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley, Media, and Beyond” by Vanity Fair. She was also recognized as a “Top Woman in Digital” by Cynopsis Media and “Black Business and Tech Professionals Changing the Game” by The Huffington Post. Ahmed is a role model for women and entrepreneurs around the world and an inspiration to many.

Her journey took a remarkable turn when she founded WomHub, an innovative company supporting high-growth female founders in STEM through our engineering labs, co-working space and fund. The organization is dedicated to breaking down barriers and empowering women in the engineering industry.

Through WomHub, Naadiya and her team have tirelessly worked to bridge the gender gap in engineering by providing mentorship, skill development, and networking opportunities for aspiring female engineers. Their efforts have not only nurtured a supportive community for women in STEM but also instigated vital conversations about inclusivity and equality.

Under Naadiya’s leadership, WomHub has grown into an international movement, creating ripples of change across continents. From workshops and conferences to scholarships and advocacy campaigns, Naadiya’s dedication to leveling the playing field for women in engineering has left an indelible mark on the industry. Her belief in the potential of women to drive innovation and solve complex challenges has sparked a positive transformation, inspiring young girls to dream big and pursue their engineering passions.

After graduating from university, Msechu worked as an international trade adviser at the French embassy in Nairobi. In this role, he helped French companies to invest in and trade with East Africa. He later founded Anza Strategy to help companies to enter and grow in the African market by providing market intelligence, business advisory services, and investment matchmaking services. The company has advised more than 30 companies from four continents on their African expansion plans.

Msechu is a passionate advocate for economic development in Africa. He is a member of the African Business Leaders Network and the Young Presidents’ Organization. He is also a mentor to young entrepreneurs in Tanzania.

In 2019, he was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in Africa, and his work was recognized for helping to promote economic transformation in Africa. Msechu is a rising star in the African business community. He is a visionary entrepreneur committed to making a difference in the continent. He is an inspiration to young people across Africa who are looking to build successful businesses and contribute to the continent’s development.