Sinoneliso Xaba’s love for Africa stirred up a desire to build a world-class African brand
Sinoneliso Xaba is the CEO of Egoli Textile Designs, a company on a mission to showcase Africa’s indigenous design to the world. “My inspiration for starting the company came from my desire to innovate African print textiles by offering a range of ethically produced African textiles and fashion, inspired by indigenous designs, infused with a […]
What would have otherwise destabilized Vanessa became her launching pad into entrepreneurship
When Vanessa was barely 17 years old, her mother was diagnosed with diabetes. Vanessa had already lost her grandparents to diabetes and she was not ready to lose her mother. She decided to look for natural, inexpensive treatments to fight the disease and keep her mother healthy. During this search, she discovered the Moringa tree popular for […]
Gloria Michelle Otien is bridging the gap between unemployed youths and employers
After being a part of several recruitment selection panels, Gloria Michelle Otien was not comfortable with the way young people conducted themselves during interviews. This led her to think of ways through which she can improve the quality of the selection process to chose the right candidate for the job. She believed she could improve the […]
LLA 10 Questions with the #LadyBoss Liz Osho – “As a female entrepreneur, I have to remain true to myself and find my own voice.”
Our #LadyBoss today is a barrier breaker and a mountain mover. After a successful time as the Online Manager of Genevieve Magazine, Liz Osho started her own digital agency and her success is proof that hard work and persistence are important for every female entrepreneur. In our interview with her, Liz shares the secrets […]
#FaithSeries – The Truths We Must Declare Over Our Fretting Hearts to counter our “do-up” culture.
When I first saw Ighwiyisi Jacobs’ video and heard the chatter around Alicia Key’s no-make-up-resolution, I wondered if our hearts really wants the truth. I wonder how we could really tell our weary souls that beauty really is beyond skin. How we can really get ourselves to believe that “doing our faces up” or “doing up […]
Mimi Shodeinde is re-introducing Africa to the Western World through furniture
The Africa the Western world knows is a continent with bright colours and bold prints. Although this is good and true, Mimi, CEO of Miminat Designs, decided to reintroduce Africa to the world through furniture and her brand. “When Europeans think of African art or anything African, they think of vibrant colours and heavy […]
#LLAInterview – “If you are not experiencing ongoing challenges then you are not really in a dynamic, meaningful business.” Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu
There is a reason why Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu is described as a serial entrepreneur; she is renowned for launching several successful start-ups. A woman who takes pride in her heritage, Bethlehem believes that the expansion of Africa can only be made possible by Africans themselves. In our interview with her, she talks about her business […]
Four things you should learn from Taffi Ayodele of Thandos
Taffi Ayodele is beautiful, classy and she is the co-founder of Thandos, an authentic African designer brand, creators of Africa’s first foldable ballerina flats. Now if you have not seen those shoes you have a lot of catching up to do. In 2014, Taffi took part in the She Leads Africa competition and came third. Here […]
A neighbour’s complaint inspired Victoria Mamza to start a successful business
Before we tell Victoria’s story, we to remind you that in order to be successful, you have to be open minded. The million dollar idea you have been looking for can come in the strangest form. So let’s get back to today’s story. Victoria was in her kitchen when she heard her neighbour, who is a banker, complaining […]
Susan Granger faced the same problem we face everyday but decided to do something about it. You won’t believe the results
Ever struggled with getting quality leather handbags without having to break the bank? You’re not alone. Susan Granger also faced the same difficulty but unlike most people, she decided to do something about it. Susan searched in vain for quality leather handbags and when she couldn’t find what she could afford, she took a decision […]