Quote of the Day by Nkemdilim Begho

December 19, 2017 Melanie Hawken

"There is still a woeful lack of women in technology globally and Africa is unfortunately not any better. Development roles, leadership pipelines and leadership development all need attention. We need more role models for women in technology...."

- Nkemdilim Begho founder of Future Software Resources Limited (Nigeria)

Quote of the Day by Binta Coudy Dé

December 18, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Binta Coudy Dé, vice president & co-founder of Jjiguene Tech Hub — Binta Coudy Dé, vice president & co-founder of Jjiguene Tech Hub

“It’s in the most difficult times that we discover our capabilities. When you are passionate, you do not give up.”

- Binta Coudy Dé co-founder Jjiguene Tech Hub (Senegal)

Quote of the Day by Maria Koutsoudakis

December 15, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Maira Koutsoudakis, Founder and CEO of LIFE Interiors I Architecture I Creative Strategy — Maira Koutsoudakis, Founder and CEO of LIFE Interiors I Architecture I Creative Strategy

“Do not be afraid to try, .... Fail. Fail again. Fail better. He who takes all the risks, takes all the rewards.”

- Maira Koutsoudakis founder and CEO of LIFE Group of Companies (South Africa)

Quote of the Day by Margaret Hirsch

December 14, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Margaret & Allan Hirsch, founders of Hirsch's Homestores (South Africa)

“There are two important days in a person’s life. The first is the day they are born, and the second is the day they find out why. Your job is to find out why you are here and to list five most important personal goals, and your five business goals.”

- Margaret Hirsch co-founder of Hirsch's Homestores (South Africa)

Quote of the Day by Candice Johnson

December 13, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Candice Johnson, founder of Miss Knitwear (South Africa) — Candice Johnson, founder of Miss Knitwear (South Africa)

"If your heart is in what you are doing, then you will be supported by the universe."

- Candice Johnson, founder of Miss Knitwear (South Africa)

Quote of the Day by Bernice Dapaah

December 12, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Bernice Dapaah, co-founder of the Ghana Bamboo Bike Initiative — Bernice Dapaah, co-founder of the Ghana Bamboo Bike Initiative

"I see entrepreneurship as a calling, not as a last resort for those who are looking for employment in the formal sector and not finding it."

- Bernice Dapaah co-founder of Ghana Bamboo Bike Initiative

Quote of the Day by Njeri Rionge

December 11, 2017 Melanie Hawken

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“Taking an idea that’s on paper or in your head and moving it forward into real, tangible action is the true spirit of entrepreneurship.”

- Njeri Rionge serial entrepreneur (Kenya/Canada)

Quote of the Day by Lorna Rutto

December 8, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Lorna Rutto, founder of EcoPost, Kenya — Lorna Rutto, founder of EcoPost, Kenya

"I love my work. Each day when I go to work, I feel that I am serving my purpose in this world and working towards our goal to transform Africa’s waste into wealth. This renews my strength every day."

- Lorna Rutto, founder of EcoPost (Kenya)

Quote of the Day by Devotha Ntuke Minzi

December 7, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Devotha Ntuke Minzi, founder of K-finance Limited (Tanzania) — Devotha Ntuke Minzi, founder of K-finance Limited (Tanzania)

"Keep Learning - there is so much I don’t know, so I am always open to new ideas and opportunities."

- Devotha Ntuke Minzi, founder & CEO of K-finance Limited (Tanzania)

Quote of the Day by Mo Abudu

December 6, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Mo Abudu, founder and Chief Executive Officer of EbonyLife TV — Mo Abudu, founder and Chief Executive Officer of EbonyLife TV

“The key to success in anything is to be absolutely consistent over a prolonged period of time.”

- Mo Abudu, founder& Chief Executive Officer of EbonyLife TV (Nigeria)

Quote of the Day by Tara Fela-Durotoye

December 5, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Tara Fela-Durotoye founder of House of Tara (Nigeria) — Tara Fela-Durotoye founder of House of Tara (Nigeria)

"If you start to see more successful businesses that are playing on a global level, the story of Africa will begin to change"

- Tara Fela-Durotoye founder of House of Tara (Nigeria)

Quote of the Day by Njideka Harry

December 4, 2017 Melanie Hawken

"I think the power of mentors cannot be overstated; women and girls in technology need women leaders working in the technology field, or running technology enterprises. They really need them as mentors. They need to see people in the industry and in the classroom that are pursuing tech careers that look like them."

- Njideka Harry, founder and chief executive of Youth for Technology Foundation (Nigeria)

Quote of the Day by Aisha Pandor

December 1, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Aisha Pandor & Alen Ribic, husband and wife co-founders of SweepSouth (South Africa — Aisha Pandor & Alen Ribic, husband and wife co-founders of SweepSouth (South Africa

“If we can help to include more women in the ecosystem, we will see a much broader range of solutions coming out of it, that address issues at all levels of our economy,”

- Aisha Pandor, co-founder & CEO of SweepSouth (South Africa)

Quote of the Day by Mary Spio

November 30, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Mary Spio, founder of Next Galaxy Corp — Mary Spio, founder of Next Galaxy Corp

“Really make a mark. Thinking big, going big—we should do more audacious things.”

- Mary Spio founder & CEO of CEEK VR INC

Quote of the Day by Dr. Ola Brown

November 29, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Dr. Ola Brown, founder of Flying Doctors Nigeria — Dr. Ola Brown, founder of Flying Doctors Nigeria

"True success is about a passion to create a better world, live a life that you can look back on and be truly proud of."

- Dr. Ola Orekunrin, founder of Flying Doctors Nigeria (Nigeria)

Quote of the Day by Swaady Martin

November 28, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Swaady Martin, founder of Yswara

"The luxury industry is a great economic growth driver and can be a fantastic export champion... The luxury industry creates jobs and generates activities in a large variety of areas, including publishing, advertising, public relationship, tourism, real estate, culture and education."

- Swaady Martin, Founder and CEO of YSWARA

Quote of the Day by Tara Fela-Durotoye

November 27, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Tara Fela-Durotoye, founder of House of Tara, Nigeria — Tara Fela-Durotoye, founder of House of Tara, Nigeria

"What drives me is living purpose. I think my business is a vehicle to change lives."

- Tara Fela-Durotoye founder of House of Tara (Nigeria)

Quote of the Day by Ally Angula

November 24, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Ally Angula, co-founder of Leap Holdings and founder of My Republik Brand

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”

- Ally Angula, co-founder of Leap Holdings (Namibia)

Quote of the Day by Ayoronke Tosin-Yeye

November 23, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Ayoronke Tosin-Yeye, founder of IMentorAfrica (Nigeria) — Ayoronke Tosin-Yeye, founder of IMentorAfrica (Nigeria)

"I eagerly look forward to the concept of Mentorship becoming not just a buzzword but a way of life across Africa. I look forward to that day when every successful African will willingly reach out to walk others through their path, and thereby work together to develop Africa and end poverty."

- Ayoronke Tosin-Yeye, founder of IMentorAfrica (Nigeria)

Quote of the Day by Divine Ndhlukula

November 22, 2017 Melanie Hawken

Divine Ndhlukula, Founder and Managing Director of SECURICO — Divine Ndhlukula, Founder and Managing Director of SECURICO

"Conquer your fears as that is what enslaves most women."

- Divine Ndhlukula founder of SECURICO Security Services (Zimbabwe)