African CEOs
Cultivating Progress: Uka Eje’s ThriveAgric and the New Face of African Agriculture
In this exclusive interview, we delve into the world of Uka Eje, the Co-Founder & CEO of ThriveAgric Limited. With a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from Covenant University and honours from global platforms like YCombinator and Alibaba Business School, Uka has become a pivotal figure in Africa’s agricultural landscape. Under…
Read More »South Africa’s Top Billionaire, Johann Rupert, Incurs $3.4 Billion Loss in a Span of 10 Weeks
Despite a promising beginning this year, Johann Rupert, South Africa’s richest individual, has seen a notable decrease in his wealth over the last 10 weeks. The billionaire’s fortunes have been impacted by continuous sell-offs in the shares of Richemont, the Swiss luxury goods company for which he acts as chairman.…
Read More »Exploring Neuralink: A Glimpse Into Elon Musk’s Brain-Implant Venture
The concept of embedding a surveillance chip within the human brain is edging closer to realization as Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain implant venture, progresses towards conducting its inaugural human clinical trials. The company has declared its intention to recruit participants for these trials, aiming to develop a fully implantable, wireless…
Read More »Who is Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso, Nigeria’s New Central Bank Governor
President Bola Tinubu recently approved the nomination of Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso to serve as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) pending his confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. This directive is in conformity with Section 8 (1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, which…
Read More »Cameroon’s Richest Woman Kate Fotso: 5 Things to Know
Kate Kanyi-Tometi Fotso, the richest woman in Cameroon according to Forbes Africa, has shattered the glass ceiling in a world where wealth and business leadership are often male-dominated. Having revolutionized Cameroon’s cocoa industry through her company, Telcar Cocoa LTD, Fotso rose from a humble beginning to becoming a force to…
Read More »Femi Gbajabiamila: 5 Things to Know about Tinubu’s Chief of Staff
Olufemi Hakeem Gbajabiamila has been a key player in the country’s legislative arena for over two decades. Starting his career as a distinguished lawyer, Femi Gbajabiamila shifted his focus to serve the people, first as a member of the House of Representatives and later as its Speaker. Known for his…
Read More »Who’s Aishah Ahmed, the Deputy Gov of CBN in Police Custody
Aishah Ahmad, Deputy Governor at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), is a key figure in Nigeria’s financial landscape, responsible for promoting financial system stability. With over 22 years of experience in corporate finance, Ahmad’s portfolio is as impressive as it is extensive and she also serves as Chairman of…
Read More »Pastor Afolabi Olaoye from RCCG Officially Installed as Soun of Ogbomoso
Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, a pastor affiliated with the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has been formally enthroned as the new Soun of Ogbomoso in a ceremony led by Sobalaje Otolorin and other kingmakers at the palace. Traditional rites associated with the throne are currently underway. The newly appointed Soun…
Read More »Aliko Dangote’s Sugar Enterprise Skyrockets, Emerging as Africa’s Latest Billion-Dollar Powerhouse
Aliko Dangote’s Sugar Refinery, an integrated sugar enterprise predominantly has witnessed a significant surge in its stock value, propelling its market worth beyond the $1-billion threshold and solidifying its position as a billion-dollar powerhouse. This remarkable upturn coincides with the company’s groundbreaking merger, set to redefine the Nigerian food sector’s…
Read More »Mike Adenuga: 5 Biggest Milestones Attained By The Nigerian Billionaire
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga has a journey of compelling tales of ambition, resilience, and innovation. As a self-made billionaire, from making his first million at the age of 26 to becoming the owner of Nigeria’s second-largest telecom network, Globacom, his achievements are nothing short of extraordinary. What sets Mike Adenuga…
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