West Africa

Oghenetega Ighedo: Meet the First Black Woman to Earn a PhD in Pure Mathematics

Oghenetega Ighedo is a distinguished Nigerian mathematician and Associate Professor of Pure Mathematics. She made history as the first black woman to earn a PhD...

Yannick Laurent Bado: Meet the Brains Behind Africa’s First 100% Locally Made Tyre Brand

In a groundbreaking achievement for African manufacturing, Yannick Laurent Bado, a visionary entrepreneur from Burkina Faso, launched the continent's first tire brand entirely produced...

Adewale Yusuf: The Inspiring Journey of AltSchool Africa’s Founder Who Left Home With $2 to Chase His Dreams

Adewale Yusuf is a prominent Nigerian entrepreneur and the CEO of AltSchool Africa and TalentQL, focusing on education technology and recruitment. He has significantly impacted...

Dinesh Balsingh: The Illustrious Career of the New Airtel Nigeria CEO

Dinesh Balsingh has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, effective November 1, 2024. He succeeds Carl Cruz, who...

Diomaye Faye: Tax Collector Who Beat All Odds to Become Africa’s Youngest President

44-year-old Bassirou Diomaye Faye is the fifth and current president of Senegal, having taken office on April 2, 2024. A former tax inspector and member...

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