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Quote of the Day by Tracey Gilmore

January 29, 2018 Melanie Hawken
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“Learn to trust your instincts and quieten the fear.”

- Tracey Gilmore, co-founder of The Clothing Bank (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Refilwe Sebothoma

January 26, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Refilwe Sebothoma, founder of PBM Creations (South Africa)

Refilwe Sebothoma, founder of PBM Creations (South Africa)

“Success is a process, we have to learn to celebrate every milestone, no matter how small it might look!”

- Refilwe Sebothoma, founder of PBM Creations (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Beatha Shitemba

January 25, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Beatha Shitemba, founder of Nels Babies (Namibia)

Beatha Shitemba, founder of Nels Babies (Namibia)

“Take that first step, it’s really what counts.”

- Beatha Shitemba, founder of Nels Babies (Namibia)

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Quote of the Day by Evandra Cossa

January 24, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Evandra Cossa, founder of Ezee Money (Mozambique)

Evandra Cossa, founder of Ezee Money (Mozambique)

“Sometimes life is about risking it all for a dream that no one can see but you.”

- Evandra Cossa, founder of Ezee Money (Mozambique)

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Quote of the Day by Emma Maame Efua Tandoh

January 23, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Emma Maame Efua Tandoh, founder of Love Ankara (Ghana)

Emma Maame Efua Tandoh, founder of Love Ankara (Ghana)

“… the future of our continent rests with us women; especially women entrepreneurs.”

- Emma Maame Efua Tandoh, founder of Love Ankara (Ghana)

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Quote of the Day by Vere Shaba

January 19, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Vere Shaba, founder of the Shaba & Ramplin (South Africa)

Vere Shaba, founder of the Shaba & Ramplin (South Africa)

“It is not easy to be an entrepreneur, but seeing one's vision grow is worth navigating the challenges that arise.”

- Vere Shaba, founder of Shaba & Ramplin Green Building Solutions (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Nonhlanhla Khumalo

January 18, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Nonhlanhla Khumalo, founder of LeHay Consulting (South Africa)

Nonhlanhla Khumalo, founder of LeHay Consulting (South Africa)

“Surround yourself with people that challenge you, encourage you, and hold you accountable.”

- Nonhlanhla Khumalo, founder of LeHay Consulting (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Deborah Sawyerr

January 17, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Deborah Sawyerr, founder of Sawyerrs’ House (Nigeria). 

Deborah Sawyerr, founder of Sawyerrs’ House (Nigeria). 

“Feel the fear but do it anyway.”

- Deborah Sawyerr, founder of Sawyerrs’ House (Nigeria)

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Quote of the Day by Nondumiso Pikashe

January 16, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Nondumiso Pikashe, founder of Ses’fikile Wines (South Africa)

Nondumiso Pikashe, founder of Ses’fikile Wines (South Africa)

“Listen to that 6th sense.”

- Nondumiso Pikashe, founder of Ses’fikile Wines (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Marta Pinto Coelho Roff

January 15, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Marta Pinto Coelho Roff is the co-founder of Maputo Relocation Solutions (Mozambique)

Marta Pinto Coelho Roff is the co-founder of Maputo Relocation Solutions (Mozambique)

“It’s all about work life balance. Entrepreneurship, just like motherhood, is not for me a 9-5 job. I also make time for myself.”

- Marta Pinto Coelho Roff, co-founder of Maputo Relocation Solutions (Mozambique)

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Quote of the Day by Nondumiso Pikashe

January 12, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Nondumiso Pikashe, founder of Ses’fikile Wines (South Africa)

Nondumiso Pikashe, founder of Ses’fikile Wines (South Africa)

“I want to change the stereotype that indigenous brands don't work in the wine industry.”

- Nondumiso Pikashe, founder of Ses’fikile Wines (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Ngwana Matloa

January 11, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Ngwana Matloa, co-founder of ABOT Technology (South Africa)

Ngwana Matloa, co-founder of ABOT Technology (South Africa)

“There’s no need to stab others in the back. Our journeys are different, even if you are in the same industry as millions of other women.”

- Ngwana Matloa is the co-founder of ABOT Technology (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day from Cristina Margarida Rocha

January 10, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Cristina Margarida Rocha, founder of Daisy Social (Mozambique)

Cristina Margarida Rocha, founder of Daisy Social (Mozambique)

“Start small, dream big, do it with passion and be resilient.”

- Cristina Margarida Rocha, founder of Daisy Social (Mozambique)

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Quote of the Day by Monica Musonda

January 10, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Monica Musonda, founder and CEO of Java Foods, Zambia

Monica Musonda, founder and CEO of Java Foods, Zambia

“Have a vision and passion. Be courageous, focused and disciplined. Lastly, persist… it’s definitely not easy.”

- Monica Musonda is founder and Chief Executive Officer of Java Foods, a food processing company based in Zambia. Monica's vision is to revolutionize the eating habits of the youth market by offering them affordable and nutritious food options made from local products. Monica is a dual-qualified English solicitor and Zambian advocate with over 15 years of experience in legal practice and corporate management, including being corporate counsel at the International Finance Corporation and for Aliko Dangote of Dangote Industries Limited.

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Quote of the Day by Ntsoaki Mabejane

January 9, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Ntsoaki Mabejane, founder of Botanical Wares (Lesotho)

Ntsoaki Mabejane, founder of Botanical Wares (Lesotho)

“Align yourself with people on the same mission as you and never be afraid to ask a winner how to win.”

- Ntsoaki Mabejane, founder of Botanical Wares (Lesotho)

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Quote of the Day by Dr Ola Orekunrin

January 5, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Dr. Ola Orekunrin, medical doctor, founder & managing director of Flying Doctors Nigeria

Dr. Ola Orekunrin, medical doctor, founder & managing director of Flying Doctors Nigeria

“I believe that the solutions to development in Africa lie in the minds of Africans. Particularly African entrepreneurs. An important part of Africa’s future lies in our ability to take Western ideas and adapt them to Africa.”

- Dr. Ola Orekunrin founder of Flying Doctors Nigeria

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Quote of the Day by Mo Abudu

January 4, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Mo Abudu, founder and Chief Executive Officer of EbonyLife TV

Mo Abudu, founder and Chief Executive Officer of EbonyLife TV

“Ladies, employ ladies; women have the opportunity to make this happen so that the imbalances can be balanced."

- Mo Abudu founder & CEO of EbonyLife TV (Nigeria)

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Quote of the Day by Fatima Babakura

January 3, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Fatima Babakura, founder of Timabee (Nigeria)

Fatima Babakura, founder of Timabee (Nigeria)

"I encourage African women to embrace African luxury brands the way they have embraced foreign brands."

- Fatima Babakura founder of Timabee (Nigeria)

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Quote of the Day by Emelda Mwamanga

January 2, 2018 Melanie Hawken
Emelda Mwamanga, founder of Bang! magazine (Tanzania)

Emelda Mwamanga, founder of Bang! magazine (Tanzania)

"When you dream, shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars"

- Emelda Mwamanga founder of Bang! magazine (Tanzania)

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Quote of the Day by Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu 

December 21, 2017 Melanie Hawken
Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, founder of soleRebels (soleRebels)

Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, founder of soleRebels (soleRebels)

“SoleRebels is like hip-hop, something that started really small and today can be found in every country on the planet.”

- Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, founder of soleRebels (Ethiopia)

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Marvellous macrame…We have always been big fans of the uber-talented Pam Samasuwo-Nyawiri, co-founder of luxury Zimbabwean accessory brand, Vanhu Vamwe, together with husband Simba Nyawiri. This show-stopping co
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Glamorous fruit gifting…For all those lovers of great hand-made chocolates, look no further than Food Lounge Mz in Mozambique, founded by Kátia Agy. Previously known as a singer and TV presenter, K&aac
Image of the Day / Adèle Dejak 

Eye-catching accessories…We are big fans of luxury jewellery and accessories made with love and passion on the African continent, and Adèle Dejak in Kenya is the epitome of handmade luxury. The br
Image of the Day / The Joinery

Sustainable Summer Tote…We have always been big fans of The Joinery, the sustainable and ethical product design brand based in South Africa founded by Natalie and Kim Ellis, and their exciting Future Tex™
Image of the Day / The House of Agness

An elegant floral gifting idea… Mariana Agness Francisco Eria is a creative force in contemporary floral design. Her business, The House of Agness, is a luxury florist and gifting boutique nestled in Map
Image of the Day / Bush Princess

Ethical luxury accessories…We think this Mara bag from the creative Charlotte Lefebvre, founder of Bush Princess in Kenya, is perfect for any occasion. Bush Princess is an ethical fashion brand, committed to s
Image of the Day / The House of Agness

An elegant floral gifting idea… Mariana Agness Francisco Eria is a creative force in contemporary floral design. Her business, The House of Agness, is a luxury florist and gifting boutique nestled in Map Image of the Day / Abiola Olusola

Minimalism x artisan craftsmanship…If you are looking for a contemporary women’s ready-to-wear and bespoke fashion brand interweaving minimalism with artisan craftsmanship, then look no further than Abi Image of the Day / Black Mamba Foods

Chilli Heaven…Spice up your life and your favourite foods by cooking up some great chilli-based recipes using some of the finest chilli sauces and new Hot Honey from Black Mamba Foods in Eswatini. The comp Image of the Day / AAKS / Luxury accessories…We just have to share one of our favourite accessories of the year so far, this beautiful hand-woven bag created by award-winning designer Akosua Afriyie-Kumi and her AAKS brand in Ghana. We love se Image of the Day / Vanhu Vamwe

Marvellous macrame…We have always been big fans of the uber-talented Pam Samasuwo-Nyawiri, co-founder of luxury Zimbabwean accessory brand, Vanhu Vamwe, together with husband Simba Nyawiri. This show-stopping co Image of the Day / Food Lounge Mz

Glamorous fruit gifting…For all those lovers of great hand-made chocolates, look no further than Food Lounge Mz in Mozambique, founded by Kátia Agy. Previously known as a singer and TV presenter, K&aac Image of the Day / Adèle Dejak 

Eye-catching accessories…We are big fans of luxury jewellery and accessories made with love and passion on the African continent, and Adèle Dejak in Kenya is the epitome of handmade luxury. The br Image of the Day / The Joinery

Sustainable Summer Tote…We have always been big fans of The Joinery, the sustainable and ethical product design brand based in South Africa founded by Natalie and Kim Ellis, and their exciting Future Tex™ Image of the Day / The House of Agness

An elegant floral gifting idea… Mariana Agness Francisco Eria is a creative force in contemporary floral design. Her business, The House of Agness, is a luxury florist and gifting boutique nestled in Map Image of the Day / Bush Princess

Ethical luxury accessories…We think this Mara bag from the creative Charlotte Lefebvre, founder of Bush Princess in Kenya, is perfect for any occasion. Bush Princess is an ethical fashion brand, committed to s

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Gillian Holl, a South African architectural entrepreneur building a sustainability-focused business that responds to the needs of both clients and the environment
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Júlia Silota, a Mozambican green business builder, focused on environmental waste management
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