Weza Solange Sibiya: A Journey of Faith, Purpose, and Powering African Leadership
From radio airwaves to regional diplomacy, Weza Solange is a powerful force using faith, purpose, and presence to shape a new era of African leadership. Rooted in her belief that true leadership begins with service, Weza has carved a unique path—blending her media background with deep advocacy work to amplify African voices, empower women, and […]
Cannes Lions 2025: “Africa is not waiting to be invited into the conversation.” Sandra Amachree is Turning African Creativity to Economic Power and Global Influence
Meet Sandra Amachree, Head of Communications & Marketing at Nigerian Breweries, a global jury chair at Cannes Lions 2025, and a visionary redefining creativity as a catalyst for economic growth in Africa. When Sandra took center stage at Cannes Lion Festival m, serving as juror, jury chair, and speaker, she was representing and transforming! In […]
LLA Interview: Oluwatobiloba Oguntoyinbo Is Helping African People With Cancer Live Better Lives
Oluwatobiloba Oguntoyinbo, is a cancer biologist and Founder of Synced Cancer Initiative, the Nigerian nonprofit making sure cancer is no longer a death sentence in Africa. After losing a loved one to cancer and witnessing firsthand how little was understood about the disease in underserved communities, Tobiloba chose to spring into action. Today, she’s bridging […]
Dr. Lola Olukuewu is Making AI More Accessible Through The Bloom Academy For Artificial Intelligence (BAFAI)
Meet Dr. Lola Olukuewu, a serial entrepreneur, AI investor, founder of BAFAI (The Bloom Academy for AI), and the visionary making sure Africa doesn’t get left behind in the AI revolution. Across real estate and tech, Lola has built businesses do not just generate profit, but also possibility. But it was her curiosity (and concern) […]
LLA Interview: Inside Asmah Mansur-Williams’ Vision for African Branding And Creative Design
Meet Asmah Mansur-Williams, a multidisciplinary creative, design storyteller, and the visionary behind The Blackpepper Studio, a brand and experience studio reimagining how African brands show up in the world. With a background that spans photography, illustration, styling, and design, Asmah’s work goes beyond designing logos: she builds worlds. Her approach to branding is immersive, intentional, […]
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 […]