Dr. Awele Elumelu (Co-Founder, The Tony Elumelu Foundation [📸TEF] Further solidifying her commitment to health and wellness, Dr. Awele Elumelu – co-founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, renowned healthcare executive, philanthropist, and advocate for well-being – has completed another 42km marathon,(her sixth), this time in Japan. As a medical doctor and business leader, her dedication to endurance sports sends a strong message about the importance of physical and mental well-being, particularly for entrepreneurs and executives – and the power of balance, discipline, and self-care in high-performance leadership. The business case for wellness Entrepreneurship is an exhilarating but demanding journey. The…
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On the list of 18: Abisoye Odeyemi – Co-Founder & CTO at Pullus Africa At the recently-concluded Africa Tech Summit you may have missed the amazing startups—using digital solutions to transform agriculture, food, and climate resilience across Africa. Here they are: 🔹AquaDeep 🐟 – AI-powered hatchery management for efficient and sustainable aquaculture.🔹 aXiom Zorn 📊 – Social credit scoring to unlock financing for smallholder farmers.🔹 ChipChip 🛒 – Social commerce platform connecting farmers directly with consumers.🔹 Chitosan•Egypt 🌿 – Organic crop protection from crustacean waste for sustainable farming.🔹 Coastal BioTech Ltd🌊 – Harnessing marine biotechnology for eco-friendly farming solutions.🔹 Crop2Cash…
Dr. Uchechi Onyedikachi – Founder & CEO EcoGreenFX Technologies 📸 At the recent MOUAU Conference and Fair 2025, Dr. Uchechi Bliss Onyedikachii presented a groundbreaking innovation poised to transform agriculture and environmental restoration in Nigeria and beyond. Her solution, EcoGreenFX, promises to clean polluted soil, enhance food production, and combat climate change—all in one innovation. Onyedikachi says: 💡 What if a single innovation could clean polluted soil, boost food production, and fight climate change? I shared my perspective at the ongoing MOUAU conference and fair, 2025, where I pitched EcoGreenFX—a game-changing solution that:✓ Removes pollutants from contaminated soil✓ Acts as…
Akina Mama wa Afrika (AMwA) is on the lookout for bold and transformative stories that amplify the voices of African women and girls. We are seeking narratives that explore sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and their intersection with politics, civic space, economic justice, and climate justice. They are particularly interested in untold, invisible, emerging, forgotten, or deliberately suppressed stories—narratives that educate, inspire, and drive change.The organisation is offering 10-15 storytelling grants ranging from $500 to $2,000 to support impactful storytelling in any format—articles, podcasts, videos, short films, photo series, poetry, and more. Stories that explore the interconnections between…
[📸KBF Africa Prize] The KBF Africa Prize is now accepting applications for its 2025-2026 edition! This biennial award celebrates African-founded and African-led organizations that are driving sustainable, transformative change across the continent. More than just a €250,000 prize, this is an opportunity to gain global recognition, amplify your impact, and connect with international networks.📢 Why apply?Beyond its financial value, the Prize provides winners with unparalleled visibility, helping them expand their reach and promote their cause internationally. 🌱 Who can apply? The Prize is awarded to organizations that:✅ Are founded, managed, and led by Africans✅ Tackle key challenges in Africa through innovative, transformative solutions✅ Demonstrate resilience & adaptability in a constantly evolving landscape✅ Have a long-term vision for sustainable…
Jennie Nwokoye – Founder & CEO at Clafiya Health-tech startup, Clafiya, is thrilled to announce its partnership with ADIDAS, under which Clafiya customers can now enjoy up to a 40% discount at any Adidas store in Nigeria when they pay with their Health Savings Account (HSA) – a financial tool offered by Clafiya to help individuals save and manage their healthcare expenses. Says Clafiya founder, Jennie Nwokoye: Sports have always been a big part of my life—I even dreamed of becoming a track star at one point (spoiler: that didn’t happen! 😂). But over the years, I’ve realized that entrepreneurship…
Nneka Onyeali -Ikpe (MD & CEO, Fidelity Bank, Nigeria) Lagos, Nigeria – Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, contributing significantly to employment and GDP. In a major move to support this vital sector, Fidelity Bank recently launched the Fidelity SME Hub, a dynamic platform designed to provide businesses with the tools, resources, and financial support they need to thrive. Unveiled in a high-profile event attended by industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders, the Fidelity SME Hub is positioned as a one-stop solution for SMEs navigating the challenges of scaling, funding, and market expansion. The initiative…
Kenny Fihla – Deputy Chief Executive Officer, SBG and CEO & Executive Director, SBSA [📸StandardBank] Johannesburg, South Africa, 24 February 2025—The African Development Bank Group and Standard Bank Group (SBG) on Monday signed a landmark financial agreement to enhance funding for small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) and expand trade across Africa. The agreement includes a R3.6 billion investment in a social bond and a $200 million Risk Participation Agreement (RPA) for Standard Bank of South Africa Limited (SBSA). This initiative strengthens Standard Bank’s lending capacity, ensuring greater access to finance for SMMEs, a critical driver of economic growth and job creation in South Africa. The social bond investment…
Jonny Baxter (British Deputy High Commissioner) presenting a completion certificate to a Commonwealth scholar in Lagos [📸BritishDeputyHigh Commission] Lagos & Abuja, 21 February 2025 –The British High Commission held welcome home ceremonies for 191 (44 Chevening and 147 Commonwealth) Nigerians scholars who have just completed their studies in the United Kingdom through the prestigious Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships. The events held on Wednesday, 19th February and Thursday, 20th February in Abuja and Lagos, respectively. At both events, the scholars and fellows were celebrated for their exceptional academic achievements, received their completion certificates and were officially inducted into the Chevening and…
My name is Fisayo James, a roving mobile journalist who captures entrepreneurial activity in my local community, using just the humble smart phone – my trusted Samsung Galaxy S21. On my journey to discovering entrepreneurs in the Badagry area of Lagos (South Western Nigeria), I came across Mr. Olanrewaju Andu, owner of Made with Care Fashion. His quiet little shop, anchored in Old Cinema road, Sohwe, Ahovikoh Quarter, Badagry Lagos, belies the exceptional tailoring work that goes on within – beautiful bespoke clothing, made from rich fabrics, and structured with precision cutting machines and designs. Mr. Andu specialises in crafting…