Tag: Leading Ladies Africa

Sola Sobowale, Pamela Adie, Halima Dangote & more! YNaija.com and Leading Ladies Africa present the 100 Most Inspiring Women in Nigeria

In its quest to inspire a generation of women to do greater things in diverse fields of endeavour, Y!/YNaija.com, in partnership with Leading Ladies Africa project brings you Nigeria’s 100 Most Influential…

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“My purpose is to empower women and shatter the glass ceiling” | Award winning business woman, Pontsho Manzi, speaks to Leading Ladies Africa

Being the head of many companies, and wearing many hats is hard. But for power house Pontsho Manzi, establishing a work-life balance involves re-establishing correct pace and removing clutters that…

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“Build a life you don’t need to take a vacation from” | Samke Mhlongo speaks to Leading Ladies Africa on her journey to financial freedom

From her divorce to losing her home and car, and having to figure out how to make ends meet on a budget that was a fraction of what she was…

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“Don’t ignore the things that you’re good at” | Leading Ladies Africa speaks to the amazing Gogo Majin

From studying Economics to starting a career in music and diving into a not so popular niche (Voice Coaching), and now a leading fashion designer. Gogo Majin’s story is one…

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“Be determined and persistent in going after what you want.” | Leading Ladies Africa speaks to CNN’s Stephanie Busari

 For Stephanie Busari, moving back to Nigeria was a big bold bet predicated upon her passion for telling authentic African stories, and her role as CNN’s Supervising Producer for Africa.…

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“I am passionate about creating content that has educational value and Africa as its focus.” | Isabella Akinseye speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

Meeting Isabella Akinseye for the first time, you’re drawn in by her gap-toothed smile, infectious energy and friendly aura. Called a ‘chatter box’ by her primary 3 class teacher, she…

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“Challenges are the bread of champions,” | Leading Ladies Africa speaks to travel and tour maven, Chiamaka Obuekwe

 Meeting Chiamaka for the first time, and you immediately get a sense of her passion, vivacity and bubbly nature. She’s taken those traits and her passion for travel and transformed…

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“Don’t let fear hold you back from truly living and experiencing all that life has to offer” | Kaliné Akinkugbe speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

Beautiful, warm and incredibly talented – Singer-Songwriter, Pianist and Film Composer, Kaliné Akinkugbe is definitely not the average person you meet every day. In this LLA interview she shares how…

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“I am a woman who is doing her best to live her most authentic life” | Arit Okpo speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

As one of Africa’s Leading Ladies, and one of media’s most inspiring voices on the continent, Arit Okpo is definitely in a class all by herself. In this interview she…

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“Women should support each other and realize that by helping other women we help ourselves” | Bisila Bokoko speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

Today’s interview is simply amazing. Our guest amongst other things has a goal to reach out to as many rural areas in Africa as possible and build libraries there – something…

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“Failing is just an experience and your perspective about it is what matters.” Modupe Fagbohungbe speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

Modupe Fagbohungbe is our definition of an unapologetically-driven entrepreneur. Having quit a career in Law, she set out to pursue her life-long dream of being a chef. She didn’t stop…

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“Excellence is not innate, it is cultivated with effort and supported by passion” | Mimi Kalinda speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

 Mimi Kalinda’s love for Africa is clearly unparalleled.  It has constantly fueled her passion to empower Africans into seeing the big picture and taking up more leadership roles, whether in…

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“I get inspiration literally from everything and anything” – Tania Omotayo speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

Tania Omotayo brings a fresh feel to the emerging Fashion industry in Nigeria. Her newly established fashion outfit, Ziva Lagos, is surely set to redefine fashion in the minds of…

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“I tend to look inward for growth than at others, I look outwards to know what to do differently and better” | Orode Uduaghan speaks with Leading Ladies African

Having lost some of her loved ones to cancer, Orode knew there was a strong purpose she needed to fulfil. Today, this entrepreneur is making it her duty to help…

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“The only thing limiting you or your business is you. What you think is what would manifest.” | Lady Boss Just Ibe answers #LLA’s 10 questions

When Just Ibe started out on the path of entrepreneurship, it seemed next to impossible that her brand could stand tall amidst already established competitions. Today, she has not only…

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“I am constantly chasing the next opportunity to create something that adds value” | Zainab Balogun speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

When Zainab Balogun made her way back to Nigeria some years ago, there was only one goal on her mind: to push her love for media and entertainment beyond a…

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“Build a relationship with your bank.” | Lady Boss Mercy Nenelwa Kitomari answers #LLA’s 10 questions

For Mercy Kitomari, ice-cream is more than just a treat. It is a lifestyle. What’s more? She is certain of one thing: there is no sex in this business. In…

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“Set goals. Examine your surroundings. Take risks.” | Edwina Kulego speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

A hybrid of many cultures, Edwina Kulego then aged 19, moved from Sweden to the United States with the sole intention of pursuing a career in fashion and business. 10…

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“You are only as good as your staff. Hire smart people.” | LadyBoss Viola Ogbunude answers #LLA’s 10 questions

For Viola Ogbunude, entrepreneurship has just one language: SMART. From what started as a response to a post-childbirth experience, she has built up a successful skincare care brand to foster…

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“The only way I’ve have been able to get through highs and lows is by being resilient” | Lady boss, Sherifah Tumusiime, answers LLA’s 10 questions

Sherifah Tumusiime is one woman who is passionate about growth in her environs. This has led her, over the year, to provide support for not only SMEs, but also female…

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“When I learnt to say NO to people and events that won’t help me achieve my result, I grew incredibly” | Lady Boss, Chika Ilang, answers #LLA’s 10 questions

If there is one thing Chika Ilang never gets tired of, it’s MORE. She keeps pressing for a much better version of herself and her business. In this interview, she…

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“Wear your smile and confidence before you wear your perfume” | Lady Boss, Victoria Nkong answers #LLA’s 10 questions

Victoria Nkong puts the E in efficiency. Her multiple strengths as a Talent Manager, Events Producer and Mother, amidst others, dazzle us. Enjoy our interview with the Lady Boss. Can…

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“To live an authentic life, I make conscious choices so I have no regrets.” Dudu Msomi, Busara Leadership Partners CEO, speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

    Dudu Msomi is one of an awesome kind. She has built for herself a ground-breaking enterprise in an atmosphere where few men excel. We hope you enjoy this…

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Somkele Idhalama, Isio Wanogho, Ndidi Nwuneli and more at Leading Ladies Africa 100 Most Inspiring Nigerian Women Gala

In recognition of Nigerian women who’ve made strides in Leadership, Enterprise, Advocacy and Business, Leading Ladies Africa recognized Nigeria’s 100 Most Inspiring women at the LLA 100 Women celebrated 100…

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“It’s very important to teach children the value of money and what financial responsibility means from a very young age.” | Bola Onada Sokunbi speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

Meet Bola Sokunbi, a financial expert who is passionate about helping women get their money issues right. In this enlightening interview, she discusses the probable financial traps that women fall…

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“I’m obsessed with Nigerian women and how they wear the Aso-ebi and Gele.” | Sarah Nakintu speaks with Leading Ladies Africa

We love how Sarah Nakintu is putting the western spotlight on African fashion. She is your not-so regular designer. Her brand, Kintu New York, is all about preserving old age…

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“To be successful in any business, your business must be all about making people’s life better.” | LadyBoss, Udoka Uju, answers #LLA10 questions

Udoka Uju is taking the business of painting beyond decorating homes, she is making lives beautiful. In this interview, she talks about her journey to entrepreneurship and her mission to…

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“Be who are you, and be proud of the person you are. If you are different to everyone else, that’s totally okay.” | Megan Richards speaks to Leading Ladies Africa

Megan has a strong message for every woman who is having a tough time embracing her own personality. In this interview, she discusses self-love, success and the beauty of being…

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“Entrepreneurs are more likely to succeed when they acquaint themselves with mentors that provide support and guidance.” | Gbubemi Vera Aibangbee speaks to Leading Ladies Africa

One would have guessed that she would have given up her entrepreneurial dreams due to her many failed attempts at businesses. Instead, Gbubemi went on to build her agricultural passion…

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Amina Mohammed, Mo Abudu, Somkele Idhalama & more! YNaija.com and Leading Ladies Africa present the 100 most inspiring women in Nigeria

In its quest to inspire a generation of women to do greater things in diverse fields of endeavour, Y!/YNaija.com, in partnership with Leading Ladies Africa, brings you Nigeria’s 100 Most…

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