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Women Shaping Africa's Future

Celebrating the visionary women leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers driving economic growth and innovation across the continent

Trailblazing Women Leaders

Meet the extraordinary women breaking barriers and setting new standards in African business and leadership

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Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Director-General, WTO

Nigeria | Global Trade

First woman and first African to serve as WTO Director-General. Former Finance Minister of Nigeria and Managing Director of World Bank.

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Bethlehem Tilahun

Founder, SoleRebels

Ethiopia | Manufacturing

Pioneering Ethiopian entrepreneur who built SoleRebels into a globally recognized footwear brand, creating jobs and promoting Ethiopian craftsmanship.

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Tabitha Karanja

CEO, Keroche Breweries

Kenya | Beverage Industry

First Kenyan woman to establish a major brewery, challenging multinational corporations and creating one of Kenya's largest indigenous companies.

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Women Empowerment Initiatives

Programs and organizations dedicated to advancing women's economic participation and leadership in Africa

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Women in Tech Africa

Pan-African organization supporting women in technology through mentorship, training, and networking opportunities across 30 countries.

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African Women in Business

Network providing access to funding, market opportunities, and business development services for women entrepreneurs across the continent.

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Leadership Academy for Women

Executive education program developing the next generation of African women leaders in business, government, and civil society.

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Inspiring Success Stories

Real stories of African women transforming industries and communities through innovation and determination

Join the Movement

Be part of Africa's growing community of women leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers