
Irene Ochem
Irene is a Nigerian entrepreneur and passionate advocate for women’s economic empowerment in Africa.
Wale Ayeni is a champion of Africa’s startup ecosystem and an advocate for venture capital and investment on the continent.
Through his strategic vision, industry expertise, and commitment to collaboration, Ayeni has left an indelible mark on the investment landscape, empowering entrepreneurs, and driving economic growth across the continent.
He currently leads investments in early-growth tech companies in frontier markets with Helios Digital Ventures.
Helios Digital Ventures is on a mission to support founders at the early-growth stage to build long-lasting businesses using technology to rethink and deliver impact.
Prior to that, Wale led IFC’s venture capital deals in frontier markets across Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia.
Irene is a Nigerian entrepreneur and passionate advocate for women’s economic empowerment in Africa.
On International Women’s Day 2024, themed “Inspiring Inclusion,” Empower Africa is proud to celebrate 40 exceptional women who are driving positive change across the continent.
She is leading the charge in climate tech with a machine converting used cooking oil into eco-friendly solutions.
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