This category recognizes leaders who have demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurship and contributions to the manufacturing industry by creating new products, utilizing advanced processing techniques, and incorporating recycling practices to create new goods. They exemplify the spirit of innovation and problem-solving, transforming raw materials into valuable products while minimizing waste and environmental impact. Founders nominated in this category include:
Over 30
Kenya
Njoki Kivuti - Too Much Sauce
Vicklyne Jessicah - The Monarq Naturals
Esther Macharia - E-Bakers Creations
Susan Njeri - Kurjam Chemicals Ltd
Grace Mwihaki - Onisa Design Ltd
Isabell Wambui - Anchor Leather & Crafts Ltd
Caroline Ng'ang'a Omondi - Crafts With Meaning Limited
Purity Omwange - Eco Sprew - Kenya
South Africa
Nontsikelelo Magwaza - Mrs Hairfidence
Thabisile Ndlovu - Thabisile Ndlovu
Lerato Mashabela - Agata Lonia pty ltd
Nthabiseng Selomo - Blazinghot Pty Ltd
Ghana
Yaa birago osei Asibey - HilmabMillinery
Believe Zigah - Shi-Can Organics
Catherine Asare - Vicca Juice Plus
Shirley Irene Thompson's - Mamaitaly Ventures
Ayishetu Kulley - Special-Kash Ent.
Vida Ohenewaa Aniagyei - Aniwasu Garment
Lydia Safoa - Safosco Ventures
Barbara Kportufe - Afrocabello
Ruby Mudey - Mudeys Catering Services
Nigeria
Utibe Akwa - Utytrends Enterprises
Adaobi Ijoma - Fresh Ace Limited
Nneka Offor - WhiteLeaf Naturals
Barakat Adesina - Glizt Manufacturing Industry Limited
Oghenetejiri Omologe - Tejiri Jewelry Company
Olivia Onyemaobi - Olivia Onyemaobi
Osaiyekemwen Confidence Osarumwwense - Activine Health and Beauty Glamour
Lovetta Ovuzorie - Lovetta Ovuzorie
Precious Awesome - Awesome God Agro Allied Industries Limited
Ngozi Chukwuma Okafor - Ngbez Beauty Spa and Salon / Ngbest Natural Organics
Ifeyinwa Onojaefe - Avalanche Beauty Hub
Kanoba Florence - Floral Designs
Under 30
Kenya
Maryam Abubakar - Manami Brand Limited
South Africa
Cindy Mkwanazi - ChemKhowa (Pty) Ltd
Nokuthula Jeza - Izithako Zamajeza Pty Ltd
Nomfundo Ndlovu - Nomfundo Ndlovu
Sfeziwe MKhabela - Project Artour
Nomandla Ngcoya - D Chem Group
Ghana
Justina Boateng - RMP Limited
Efua Kyerewaa Dwamena - The E World
Phyllis Adokoh - Hashmal Bakes & More
Golda Kissi - Good Beverages Ltd
Maame Ama Korantemah Anderson - Ehyen Foods Limited
Nigeria
Chiamaka Jonathan - Makys Concept
Loveth Chinemelum - Glossy Naturals Skinceuticals
Dorcas Agada - Avankra
Oluwatosin Ademulegun - Íleríoliwa Chemicals
Florence Onuoha - Lo-chi Collection Ventures
Nsima Uko - Polenscare Company
Lovina Helen Iroegbu - OkuOrganics Skincare and Beauty Therapy SPA
Temiloluwatope Idris - Teexceed Worldwidetv
Faith Anastasia Dunia - Beautifunia Enterprise