LLA Interview | Gbeminiyi Shoda Is Changing How Business and Leadership Work for Women
Meet Gbeminiyi Shoda, the founder and managing director of Structure HQ, a female-led firm shaping the future of business and governance, and Principal Partner at SHQ Legal Known as the ‘fixer’, Gbeminiy is redefining how law powers innovation, strategy, and inclusive growth. She is helping businesses and family offices navigate complex structures with finesse. Gbeminiyi’s […]
Why Nomso Kana Believes Africa’s Digital Future Is Female-Led
A nuclear-scientist turned entrepreneur, Nomso is the founder and Chief executive of SimSciex Technologies , a tech infrastructure company building broadband infrastructure in remote greenfields, and giving tech its rightful place in Africa’s future. Nomso’s career journey is anything but linear. In a bid to fix a wi-fi glitch on a Nuclear research campus, she […]
LLA Interview— Ifeoma Okoye Is Creating Access To Legal Support for Creatives
Meet Dr. Ifeoma Stella Okoye, the multifaceted powerhouse who seamlessly blends her legal expertise with exceptional creativity as the founder of STM Magical Creations Ltd, a globally recognized event production and beauty company. After 6 years of active legal practice and 4 years as an HR Specialist, Ifeoma followed her passion for creativity and organizing […]
LLA Interview— Ife Dare-Johnson Is Closing The Gaps In Women’s Healthcare
Meet Ife Dare-Johnson, the visionary founder and CEO of Healthtracka, who’s revolutionizing healthcare access in Nigeria by bringing diagnostic services directly to people’s homes since 2021. Born from personal tragedy after losing someone dear to late diagnosis, Ife has transformed her pain into purpose by creating a platform that makes early detection accessible to all, […]
LLA Interview— Avril & Paris: The Twins Who Turned Code Into A Movement For Safety
Meet Paris and Avril, teenage twin entrepreneurs who have coded their way into creating positive change through their platform Fearless Identities – a unique social space where users can share achievements and uplifting thoughts without the pressure of likes or followers. With a passion for mental health advocacy and firsthand experience navigating social media’s challenges […]
LLA Interview— Zolani Mahola’s Guide To Leading Without Losing Your Authenticity.
Meet Zolani Mahola, the magnificent South African singer, actress, storyteller, and inspiration speaker who captivated hearts as the lead singer of pan-African music group Freshlyground for 17 years before launching her solo career as “The One Who Sings”. In our latest interview, Zolani shares her profound insights on leadership that remains true to one’s authentic […]
“If you resonate with any field in STEM, go for it. Embrace it and don’t hold back.” Dr Janet Cotton For LLA Interview
Meet Dr. Janet Cotton, the trailblazing metallurgist and founder of One Eighty Engineering Solutions, Africa’s most widely scoped ISO-accredited materials testing lab. From pioneering the development of Cromanite™, a high-nitrogen stainless steel, to leading complex forensic investigations across industries, Dr. Cotton is known for solving engineering problems that others can’t crack. In our latest interview, […]
“African stories deserve the global stage.” Toyosi Etim-Effiong For LLA Interview
Meet Toyosi Etim Effiong, the powerhouse behind That Good Media and the Motion Pictures Division, dedicated to amplifying African narratives worldwide. From launching T.G.I.F (That Good International Festival) to creating international partnerships, she is paving the way for African creatives—filmmakers, musicians, fashion designers, and beauty entrepreneurs—to gain the visibility, access, and funding they deserve. In […]
“Practice self-compassion and challenge perfectionism; realizing that self-doubt can fuel resilience when approached constructively.” Dr. Michele-Vera Yonga For LLA Interview
Meet Dr. Michele-Vera Yonga, the author behind “Triumphing Over Impostor Syndrome”, a transformative book shedding light on the silent struggles of high-achievers. After excelling in a prestigious research organization yet battling persistent self-doubt, she embarked on a journey to understand why so many accomplished women and minority groups feel like they don’t measure up—even when […]
“Representation on screen begins with representation behind the scenes.” Sahndra Fon Dufe For LLA Interview
Meet Sahndra Fon Dufe, the visionary founder of African Pictures International and Black Film Wire, who’s revolutionizing how African narratives are shared with global audiences. With a journey that began in 2010 acting in “Two Princes,” a Cameroonian film, Sahndra recognized a crucial gap in the industry – authentic African storytelling that wasn’t diluted or […]