The founder of the year category embodies all our metrics; innovation, impact, scalability, value, transformation, and sustainability. By recognizing and honoring entrepreneurs, we are able to inspire others in the region but also encourage the growth of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem that fosters innovation and addresses critical challenges faced by the continent. Celebrating their achievements can also attract attention and support from investors, governments, and other stakeholders, which can further fuel their ventures' growth and potential for positive change. These exceptional individuals are listed below.
Over 30
Kenya
Fridah Keitany - Navai Bottomline Consultancy Ltd
Edith Njagi - Afrochic Naturals
Maria Opondo - Blessed To Be a Blessing
Nassim Nkatha - Nassim Nkatha
Pamela Lagat - Palmtech Culture And Local Language School
Beryl Itindi - Chesori School
Elizabeth Bosibori Okemwa - Tenwek International School
Denise Kibisu - Cogwheel Creations Ltd
Nabila Abdulla - E TLk Show
Grace Moreka - Amore Business Systems and Ventures Ltd
Linet Thiong'o - Infashion Houz
Lucy Kanyogoro - Ultimate Office Equipment Ltd
Felista Wakina - Softlink Options Limited
Charity Juma - Absa Bank Kenya
Joy Quint - The Chic Entrepreneur
Wanjiru Mburu - Impress Locks Hub & Supplies Ltd
Evelyne Murungi - Raziela Interiors
Jane Mary Obaso - Obaso Jane Arts and Decorations
Lebeko Senior Madubane - Kazigirls
Mercy Opwapo - Erimer Baby Shop
Caroline Kagia - Caroline Kagia Wellness Initiative.
Judith Ngerechi - Levitrix Holding Ltd
Alice Karagu - Anliqs Naturals Limited
Joyce Njeri Kang'ang'i - Hilop Agencies
Bridget Wanyaga - Ascend Training & Development Limited
Muthoni G. Otieno - The Fertility Shoppe
Mary Nyokabi - Handcrafted Nyokabi African Beads
Lydiah Mwaura - Dei Gratia Bakers
Mary Kamau - Marytheemodel Hand Bags Collection
Priscilla Ndanu - Urembo Creations
Ann Nguthuku - Psych-Rescue
Naomi Kiragu - Njemak
Caree Gathogo - Caree Arts
Rita Mithika - Rosen Insurance Agencies
Njeri Gatundu - Waiyaki Way Memorial Hospital Institute
Grace Nyagah - Grace Nyagah
Mehnaz Sarwar - Mehnaz Sarwar
Eunice Kilonzo - EunUtugi Homes
Maria Keah Ondele - Brownly Supreme Suppliers Enterprises
Grace Gatere - Fejoha International Limited
Caroline Loontubu - Pettmall Shelters Ltd
Happy Ofulue - Life Covenant Youths And Women Foundation
Mueni Munyoki - Blessed AboutTurn Ministries
Martha Waweru - Manatasha Printing And Supplies
Annette Kimitei - Senaca East Africa
Ruth Owino - Brogibro Safaris & Events Management Limited
Mercy Sega - Km Advocates LLP
Winnie Oketch - Fortune Promoters
Felystar Okundi - Gemars Bodyworks
Cecilia Nakhungu mbati - Cecilia Nakhungu mbati
Wanjiku Karugo - Wanjiku Karugo & Associates Advocates
Brenda Kwamboka - Beejohns Delivery
Mary Njoki - Glass House PR LTD
Annmarie Wangui - Hiadvise Career Coaching
Anzazi Kiti - Taste Afrique Co Ltd
Khadija Ramadhan - Jiajiridada
Phyllis Njuguna - Delish Nail and Beauty Ltd - Delish Nailbar
Edna Onyach - Live Your Dream Enterprises Ltd
Hillary Kalimi Musyoka - Hillary Kalimi Musyoka
Emily Wangui - Furniture Zoo Limited
Caroline Kagiri - One Voice Support Network
Assumptah Makenzi - Assumptah Social Enterprise
Sally Njambi - Johkasou Green Kenya Limited
Eunice Onyango - Eunice Onyango
Angela Syombua Kibue - Skeiya Management
Brenda Ambitho - Strayville Animal Rescue Kenya
Keren Makari - Smart Sensory Ltd
Edith Muthoni - Needy Touch International
Mercy Muasa - Kabaddi Klan
Angela Kimondo - In my Words
Leah Jesang - Lellah Floral Arts
Christine Kandie - Endorois Indigenous Women Empowerment Network
Terry Mugo - Tandy Wedding and Events Ltd
Monica Musungu - Scenery Adventures Ltd
Kasmara Dallah - Annimat Sacco
Nancy Amunga - Danaida Limited formerly Dana Communications Co.Ltd
Elizabeth Wairimu - Diamond Cleaning Agency
Agnes Grace - Nesmart Investment Ltd
Kami Mbaabu - Interiors by Tifi Ltd.
Angeler Matovu - Chyemo Deli
Rose Migwi - Rose Migwi & Co Advocates
Catherine Ndungu - The Cradle Ltd
Joyce Rugano - Ecorich Solutions
South Africa
Sizeka Bambelo - BlackchildBySizeka
Margaret Priscilla Mahlangu - Maggs And Beads (Pty) Ltd
Bongiwe Thembisile Charlotte Ngubeni - Precious Agri hydroponic farming
Nolu Ntantani - Nomakha Projects PTY Ltd
Nqobile Mkhize - Be That Strong Woman NPC
Gosego Hlahla - HoneyGlow Cosmetics
Thoko Phume - TAK Group S. A
Purity Mvemve - Fikizulu Consulting Group
Nonhlanhla Makhubalo - Diverse Intellectual SA
Themby Titsha - Embrace Africa Concepts Group
Sibongile Mongadi - Uku'hamba Prosthetics and Orthotics (Pty) Ltd
Raisa Davids - Arc Empire holdings
Tshepo Dimpho Majogo - Nyota Holdings Group
Anele Ndlovu - The Tea With Anele Ndlovu
Youlander Jele - Youlander Jele Attorneys
Sindy Zemura-Bernard - Southern African Embrace Foundation
Saima Lazar - African Aura Neuromarketing
Koketso Gladness Ramatlho - Rams Professional Training & Conferencing
Hombakazi Mercy Nqandeka - MercyH Corporate Enterprise
Fikile Ndaba - Fikile Ndaba
Lucia Tsotetsi - MLT Institute
Vutomi R Lubisi - Eulendah Lubisi Lubisi
Enica Bashele - Enica Bashele
Modikwa Kamogelo Dintwe - Kaisa Engineering Solutions
Rachel Rapolaki Rapolaki - Let's Aqua Pty Ltd
Cinga Dyala - World of Art Movement
Khathutshelo Tshishonga - Masha Creative Balloons And Gifts
Trudy Theledi Zulu - The Business Dialog Africa
Serole Matjabe - Serole Matjabe
Lucia Skosana - Evenue
Mixo Mulaudzi - Powered by Purpose
Ayanda Binda - Lingomso Elihle Non Profit Organisation
Popy Skhosana - Classy Way (Pty)Ltd
Nonhlanhla Cynthia Mhlongo - Khwezi Innovations
Zoleka Maseko - Ze Properties Pty Ltd T/A Emi's Auto Electrical Spares
Gloria Phakathi - Glo Mo Solutions
Vanessa Mogole - Shesha Maids
Sthesh Nongalo - Gotta Be Rich Agri Farming
Silindile Ngono - Enhle Flora
Matshika Mologadi - SibSam Pty Ltd
Lindiwe Mdlalose - ILZ Consulting
Thando Maumela - Mukoni Foundation
Lungile Ntuli - AV Connect
Sithembile Ndlovu - Uluthando Agricultural Project
Alicia Motubatse - Mark Me Gorgeous
Patricia Dhliwayo - Rea Sebetsa Cleaning Services (Pty) Ltd
Jean karabelo Mohlala - SurvyMash
Sennie Mnisi - Sennie Cleaning Solution
Ignatia Nkomo - Umqhele Legal Consultants
Zandile Nyawo - WeupskillAfrica
Lenda Sibanyoni - Muzei - Alberton Stars Private School & De Little Stars Preschool
Fatima Khumalo - Fatima Khumalo
Ella Ford Mthethwa - Ellagence Wellness Boutique
Allegro Dinkwanyane - Orgella Group
Memory Matladi - Prolific Brands
Maleti Fakude - Fakude MJ Incorporated
Zonke Zungu - Nyathi Naturals
Dr. Gostina Malope - Toutele Agriculture College South Africa
Ghana
Erica Owusu-Ansah - Afro-Clique Studios
Joan Quaye-Mensah - Sixjays Homes
Khadi Tsedi - Tsedi Foundation
Pearl Adzei - Pearl’s Wedding Home
Edwina Gilda Annan - Nyanis Studio / Nyanis Tv
Emefa Dogbe - Fajilfashiongome
Quainoo Rosemond - Quainoo Rosemond
Elizabeth Patterson - Girls Education Initiative of Ghana
Majesty-Ray Lawrenda Lovemark - Majesty-Ray Lawrenda Lovemark
Julia Lartey - Jex Travel And Tours Ltd
Shine Abigail Ahiamadia - Aviv Homes and Interiors Ltd.
Linda Dorcas Antwi - Sweetness Bridal and Event Management
Juanita Puplampu - S T Facility Management Services
Nelly Abra Eshun - Edens Hive
Zeinab Ali - Zee Enterprise
Correlie Jennifer Sansi - Correlie limited
Ella Ofosu Asimeng - BrickSave Constructions
Joyce Adom-Oduro - Jodabs Height
Ayisha Sibidow - Ayisha Sibidow
Elorm Amankwa - Ace Avenue Agency
Mary Dede Ansong - International Sickle Cell Centre, ISCC
Sandra Serwaa Kyere - Green Diversity Foundation
Betty Amponsah - Queenyclous Hair And Skin Consult
Stella Amoako Atta - Stellyland Company Limited
Dorcas Dadzie - Give To Life Charity Organization
Doris Deku - Ansadee Ventures
Helen Asantewaa Donkor - Helen Asantewaa Donkor
Helen Asantewaa Donkor - Helen Asantewaa Donkor
Stephanie Sagoe - Barantus Sales/ Tupperware Ghana
Regina Takyi - ABA Impact Limited
Margaret Afia Konadu - Margaret Afia Konadu
Sunita Kragbe - BaseCamp Initiative
Nigeria
Dr Janet Tayo Faremi - Janet Faremi
Chinyere Idoko-Ezugwu - D'eden Woman Network Africa
Ijeoma Simeon - Craft The Trash
Amenawon Odigie - AmèriPro Skincare and Spa
Grace Anuforo - Bethany Elementary School, Sagamu
Eunice Onyenebe - Jasmine Snow Beauty Empire
Sarah Idris Madaki - African Souvenir Hub( ASH)
Abimbola KaYode Johnson - JomJom Guudies
Sharon Ashinze - Vertiline Synergy Ltd
Adedoyin Fabikun - Vertiline Synergy Ltd
Rabiat Abass - Farnads Foods and Beverage Ltd
Hannah Lomotey - Dupanahworldofbeauty
Kemi Fajana - Twins Faja
Becky Ayah - Global Milliners Network
Mercy Ishola - Destiny Fountain Schools
Abimbola Abikoye - Revamp Rave Network
Mayowa Adegbile - Ashake Foundation
Jennifer Okafor Onyeneke - Hanpri Nigeria
Oluchi Oka Kalu - Luchikk World Dynamic Limited
Ugochi Orih - Home Aid. Co
Jennifer Agbaji - Jennifer Agbaji
Motunrayo Odewale - Exquisite Designs & Decor
Elizabeth Okeyele-olatunji - Tunnizze Creation
Obiageriaku Silverlin - Poshgold Electrical
Basmallah Akomolafe - Career Corner NG
Fadekemi Adefemi - Dekeemi’s Consult
Blessing Onya - Dble Enterprises
Promise ovai Kenneth-Odum - Rukkies Decor
Beauty Gante - VK Global Technology
Esther Williams - Lamirah Couture Ltd
Opeoluwa Akinwale - Household of Panache
Adebukunola Telufusi - Xcene Research
Susan Charles - Birch Hill Consulting
Patience Okoroafor - Rubbiesshoez
Chinemenma Nwakanma - Eleafav International Limited
Ifedolapo Adegoke - 100 Folds Clothiers
Olanike Mustapha - Pams Travels and Tours Limited
Ebele Chukwujama - The Listening School
Akindele Sarah ofure - Akindele Sarah Ofure
Chekwube Azih - Chizzy Perfumery and More
Elizabeth James - Child is Gold Foundation
Onyinye Onyinye - Pink Flame Salon
Adedokun Tinuade - T-max Decor Events
Chylian Ify Azuh - Female Returned Migrants Network
Ojo Kehinde - Dazzlingcakes Events & Business Hub
Ifeoma Uddoh - Shecluded
Ogunsanya Abosede - Funmilola Home For Aged
Dr Ifeoma Eze - The King's Rubies
Cynthia Onyejemuo - PHExpress
Oluwabukola Ladejobi - Ten-Q beauty
Zephania Yeama Mansaray - ZEPHMANS International Empire
Angelina Ugben - Angel's Enterprise Development
Chidinma Unigwe - BeYOUnique Empire
Helen inyang - Helen Nelson Inyang
Oloyede Bukola - Royal Concepts Events
Ebere Abia - Femac Power Solutions Ltd
Raheemah Odusote - Impactful U Limited
Omolara cecilia Balogun - CSGV Naturopathic Touch
Triumphant Onojafe - Trophy's Place
Adetunji Ayokunumi - Asa'sglam Beauty World
Naomi Samson Ayuba - Naosam Delightful Enterprises Ltd
Ugochi Precious Odimegwu - Kiwi Slim Empire
Chizoba Emma Eneh - Chizoba Emma Eneh
Adebisi Adesola - The Meat Mill
Olabisi Adesanmi - Ozone Concept
Paullett Ogeah - Paracletworld Service Limited
Yetunde Ogunnubi - The YD Company
NkasiObim Nebo - PeachAid Medical Initiative
Under 30
Kenya
Anna Chege - BrandAnna Knits
Ebby Chepchirchir - Skyline PR
Grace Okinda - Asha254Collections
Cynthia Adhiambo - Cynthia Collections
Joy Maina - Joyina Safaris Africa
Lynnet Wambui - Concepts Marketing Agency Ltd
Daisy Jerop - Lokiboss Cleaners
Linda Gebson - Posh by Linda
Virginiah Gathara - Luxury Dazzle Rings
Kellen Kamau - Cyancity Graffix
Ruckiel Odikor - Sports Eye
Gladys Njeri - Milays Executive Hair and Beauty Salon
Kemuma Monyonko - Karela Technologies
Zakina Atieno - Denzee Collection
Jane Nyanjui - Women for Women Kenya
valentine mabaso - Rock Scars
Quresha Nur - Sugarware Technologies
Margaret Kyalo - Ginari Store
Beatrice Chege - Tris Motorcycles
Ann njeri KIromo - Ann njeri KIromo
Kinya Nina - Sound Mental Health Foundation
Patricia Muthina - Integrity First Enterprise
Ashley Muthoni - Msingi Imara International
Nikita Openda - Urbane Socks Ke
Beverlyne Adisa - Joiner Sports Academy
Saraphina Ambale - Eagle Wings Organisation
Christine Morara - Christine Morara
Moureen Wanjiru - Shii Wardrobe
Barbara Sunguti - Fratrica.
Asha Said Mwamrezi - Classic Mtumba T-shirts
Faith Kasina - Kayole Community Justice Center
Lucy Kabura - Duvet and Pillows Kenya
Dolphine Magero - Green Youth Climate Fund Institution
Joan Watetu - Eliye Consults
Swiny Ayiera - Kryptonite Outsourcing
Manasiti Omar - Spring Of The Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (SASAL)
Faith Israel - Bootlife. KE
Gloria Kisilu - The Shaba
Jennifer Green - The Platinum Jewelry and More
Grace Osinde - Street Uproot Kenya
South Africa
Thando Ngidi - Tays Cleaning Services (Pty) Ltd
Hleloluhle Sthandiwe Zwane - Queenery Wines
Rebecca Tlabago - Lucrative Communications
Kgomotso Moyo - Horizen International RSA
Boitumelo Diseko - B Artworks Gallery
Elyzah Mahloana - Rorang Designs
Nomvula Emelda Khoza - Nomvula Emelda Khoza
Nketli Sebelebele - TN Travels
Masedi Hermans - Focus Youth Empowerment NPO 252 282
Zizipho Yalelezo - Nature Healthy Farming
Sharon Mufandaedza - Legacy of Daniel
Ntsieni Nembudani - Lawdays Protocol & Travel Agency
Hombakazi Selepe - Homby’s Hour
Kamogelo Lesabe - Stained Wines
Vanessa Tsotetsi - Vanessa Tsotetsi
Zintle Ramano - BAAB Media Group
Leseli Morakile - Young Timbers
Mihlali Songwiqi - Mimi's Day Spa
Jabulile Nkomo - Jabulile Nkomo
Desre Mahlangu - Nps Projects Spa
Lesedi Thamaga - Leora Media
Ghana
Esther Kelly - Mumsy And Baby Portal. Mimi Mothercare
Rachel Ankomah - Accra Majestics Rugby League Club
Afia Kwakyewaa Agyapong Kwakye - Cynlizelle Foods
Justina Adjeley Ago - Justlove Unique Enterprise
Anna Otu Boahemaah - Unique Hemaa Establishment Ltd
Victoria Lomokie Kitcher - Vick Kitcher Foundation
Wendy Bagonluri - DyLuri Beauty
Lenga Sofia - Sofi's Braid
Deborah Mensah - Paradise Foods and Bakes
Rose Oduro Addo - Affordability Plus
Trinity Aidoo - Passion For Humanity Ghana
Ida Na-Tei - CTN Technologies
Patience Boateng Junior - Success Bakery and Catering Services
Deborah Nimako Baah - Dee-Ann Accionar Africa (Accionar Africa)
Stephanie Addo - Cocktails_ghana
Millicent Manu - MilyGate Graphics
Alfreda Dottey Teide - Everything Handmade
Sandra Asiful - Kiddyjoy Foundation
Zipporah Nunoo - Matured Minds Union (MMU)
Magdaline Comfort Asirifi - Magdee Global Foundation
Lovelyn Naa Adjeley Adjei - Lyn's City Enterprise
Grace Yakubu - RW Shea Butter Limited Company
Muhibatu Yahuzah - The Mundane Breakfast
Elizabeth Adarkwa Yiadom - Youth & Skill Africa
Priscilla Attuquaye - Cilla's Daycare Center And Preschool
Nigeria
Onu Kindness - Yedat
Ogble Victoria Benedicta - Queen Victoria Bedding’s
Blessing Uwaoma - Dazzlexpa
Nwadike Goodness Chioma - Bext Consults
Faith Peters - The Balanced Ladies Network
Badmus Adedolapo - Adedolapoadireworld
Sophia Allishatta - The Ultimate Project
Ifunanya Igweze - Preggify
Olachi Gold Casmir - Parenting Confident Kids
Grace Williams - Williams FGS Nigeria Limited
Onyinye Oguego - MyStash
Ruth Eghosa - Dream Doll House
Happiness Ejah - Raddie's Fashion and Shoes Hub
Queen Ruth Nkoteto - I Care Initiave
Christie Obott - Christie Obott
Faith David Zamba - TY Affairs
mercy Johnson - Benevolent Ushers
Nice Abuzi - Franka Abuzi Youth Foundation
Amrah Aliyu - Salma Attah Foundation for Women and Girls support
Elizabeth .M. Hartley - Mawuelisa Bakes
Blessing Obiageli Ochei - Bo’s Beauty Emporium
Victory Mesona - Growth Padi
Hosanna Adeoye - Jux & Avah
Adebolanle Sofela - Ayomatics Limited
Ahmed Mutiat - Dezzland Cakes and Events
Dorcas Soleye - Solace Crafts
Chiamaka Ugorji - Goodmaks Global Collections
Gift Effiong - Zoe Learning Hub
Jite Oluoma Annabel - Beddings _by_Bella
Winifred Ugwueze - Winifred Ugwueze
Adebambo Okpara - Bamby Clothier
Moyosoreoluwa Oladipupo - For Our Nation
Lateefah Ahmed - Slay_With Modesty
Victoria sokolayame Emmanuel - Sokvikia Enterprises
Ogochukwu Sarah Nwobi - Soso Events
Osinachi Nnamuka - Ella's Beauty Hub
Constantfaith Inyama - Constant Kitchen
Sewuese Judith - Arise and Shine Universal Limited
Adeyanju Boluwatife - Tmdplug Wears
Ramota Oladejo - The Green Fashion Factory
Coker Oluwafunmilayo Agnes - AgnesSmile Chops
Afangideh Eneh Umanah - Enafang Global Limited
Wendy Daniel - Wendy Hairs & Necks
Queen Chidinma Agbajah - Sisters by Heart Global Initiative
Bola Adijatu Yaya - Eloquent Data
Helen Odubu - House Of El Beauty (Hebmodels)
Amajioyi Promise - Promzyhair&Clothing
Francessemem Mark Tergong - Franscess Consultant Nig Ltd.
Sarah Emuebie - Sarah Emuebie
Loveth Oge - Domesticals CleaningServices
Aina Joy - Ajt Global Designs
Sentone Ronke Calebs - Allurá Skincare
Olamide Afolayan - Aced Talents Consult
Aisha Muhammad Abdulkadir - Esha's hub
Odunayo Aliu - Bramble Network