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Quote of the Day by Rachel Phiri

June 22, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Rachel Phiri, founder, Silverbox Jewellery (Zimbabwe)

Rachel Phiri, founder, Silverbox Jewellery (Zimbabwe)

“I love being in a position to put smiles on my customers faces - a returning customer is the best compliment I can ever receive. Also, being able to make a living from my own ideas is priceless.”

Rachel Phiri, founder, Silverbox Jewellery (Zimbabwe)

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Quote of the Day by Jacqueline Brown

June 19, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Jacqueline Brown, Founder, Africa Fashion Guide Ltd, (UK)

Jacqueline Brown, Founder, Africa Fashion Guide Ltd, (UK)

“Africa is becoming a viable landscape for fashion manufacturing and its doors are open for business.”

Jacqueline Brown, Founder, Africa Fashion Guide Ltd, (UK)

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In Quote of the Day Tags African Spirit, Fashion
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Quote of the Day by Phindile Tapula

June 18, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Phindile Tapula, founder & director, Bhekizenzo Foundation, (South Africa)

Phindile Tapula, founder & director, Bhekizenzo Foundation, (South Africa)

“You will not win a battle you have already lost in your mind.”

Phindile Tapula, founder & director, Bhekizenzo Foundation, (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Mindset
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Quote of the Day by Nonny Penelope Wright

June 17, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Nonny Penelope Wright, founder, Lopey Inc, (Botswana)

Nonny Penelope Wright, founder, Lopey Inc, (Botswana)

“Business all starts with the birth. If you can’t stomach it, love it and gracefully deliver it, it will be meaningless.”

Nonny Penelope Wright, founder, Lopey Inc, (Botswana)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Getting Started
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Quote of the Day by Kilamba Welwitschia Manuel

June 16, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Kilamba Welwitschia Manuel, founder, Welila Cantelier, (Angola)

Kilamba Welwitschia Manuel, founder, Welila Cantelier, (Angola)

“With hard work and the will to win, we can do everything.”

Kilamba Welwitschia Manuel, founder, Welila Cantelier, (Angola)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Work Ethic, Entrepreneurial Mindset
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Quote of the Day by Temie Giwa-Tubosun

June 12, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Temie Giwa-Tubosun, founder, Lifebank (Nigeria)

Temie Giwa-Tubosun, founder, Lifebank (Nigeria)

“I am most satisfied when I see an idea we have come alive to help people and make money at the same time.”

Temie Giwa-Tubosun, founder, Lifebank (Nigeria)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Journey
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Quote of the Day by Pifa Gove

June 10, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Pifa Gove, founder, Pifa Gove Millinery (Mozambique)

Pifa Gove, founder, Pifa Gove Millinery (Mozambique)

“I didn't embark on this journey because it was a cool thing to do, I did it as a response to a long dormant dream.”

Pifa Gove, founder, Pifa Gove Millinery (Mozambique)

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Quote of the Day Dounia Tamri-Loeper

June 9, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Dounia Tamri-Loeper, founder of Dounia Home (Morocco)

Dounia Tamri-Loeper, founder of Dounia Home (Morocco)

“It was always my dream to share my Moroccan heritage and unique artistic style with people around the world.”

Dounia Tamri-Loeper, founder of Dounia Home (Morocco)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Dream
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Quote of the Day by Femi Olayebi

June 8, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Femi Olayebi, founder of FemiHandbags (Nigeria)

Femi Olayebi, founder of FemiHandbags (Nigeria)

“Trust the process, and remember always that good things take time.”

Femi Olayebi, founder of FemiHandbags (Nigeria)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Perseverance
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Quote of the Day by Patricia Vasco

June 5, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Patricia Vasco, founder, Luminara, (Mozambique)

Patricia Vasco, founder, Luminara, (Mozambique)

“The greatest satisfaction in being an entrepreneur is the fact that I have the freedom to express all the creativity that is within me.”

Patricia Vasco, founder, Luminara, (Mozambique)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Innovation & Creativity
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Quote of the Day by Paballo Mokoqo

June 4, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Paballo Mokoqo, founder of Dust Busters (Pty) Ltd, (Lesotho)

Paballo Mokoqo, founder of Dust Busters (Pty) Ltd, (Lesotho)

“I am a strong believer in the catalytic role women and youth can play in the socio-economic growth of their nations.”

Paballo Mokoqo, founder of Dust Busters (Pty) Ltd, (Lesotho)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Women's Empowerment
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Quote of the Day Nomihlali Ntsunguzi

June 3, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Nomihlali Ntsunguzi, founder, Nissi Human Capital Solutions, (South Africa)

Nomihlali Ntsunguzi, founder, Nissi Human Capital Solutions, (South Africa)

“As long as you have a dream that is big enough to fulfill your purpose in life, go for it!”

Nomihlali Ntsunguzi, founder, Nissi Human Capital Solutions, (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Lisa Videira

June 2, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Lisa Videira, founder, LV Digital, Lda (Angola)

Lisa Videira, founder, LV Digital, Lda (Angola)

“Africa is a precious diamond waiting to be polished and to shine brighter.”

Lisa Videira, founder, LV Digital, Lda (Angola)

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In Quote of the Day Tags African Spirit
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Quote of the Day by Sylvia Walker

June 1, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Sylvia Walker, author, Smart Woman, (South Africa)

Sylvia Walker, author, Smart Woman, (South Africa)

“A goal without a plan is just a pipe dream – good to have, but worth little at the end of the day.”

Sylvia Walker, author, Smart Woman, (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Ntsiki Biyela

May 29, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Ntsiki Biyela, winemaker and founder of Aslina Wines (South Africa)

Ntsiki Biyela, winemaker and founder of Aslina Wines (South Africa)

“I get most satisfaction from waking up and being an inspiration to other young people.”

Ntsiki Biyela, winemaker and founder of Aslina Wines (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Mentoring
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Quote of the Day by Eva Sonaike

May 28, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Eva Sonaike, founder, Eva Sonaike, UK

Eva Sonaike, founder, Eva Sonaike, UK

“If you have a passion, believe in something and work smart, you can reach your goals and make your dream a reality.”

Eva Sonaike, founder, Eva Sonaike, UK

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Quote of the Day by Sonto Pooe

May 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Sonto Pooe, founder, NativeChild (South Africa)

Sonto Pooe, founder, NativeChild (South Africa)

“There is nothing more fulfilling than walking the path you were designed to walk.”

Sonto Pooe, founder, NativeChild (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Journey
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Quote of the Day by Marta Roff

May 26, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Marta Roff, founder, Maputo Relocation Solutions, Mozambique

Marta Roff, founder, Maputo Relocation Solutions, Mozambique

“We have been given the gift of time to stop and think about what is important ... take advantage.”

Marta Roff, founder, Maputo Relocation Solutions, Mozambique

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In Quote of the Day Tags Business Unusual, Entrepreneurial Journey
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Quote of the Day from Lilly Alfonso

May 25, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Lilly Alfonso, founder, Lilly Alfonso, Malawi

Lilly Alfonso, founder, Lilly Alfonso, Malawi

“Failures make you unique, so use them and turn them into positives.”

Lilly Alfonso, founder, Lilly Alfonso, Malawi

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Quote of the Day by Claire Holden

May 22, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Claire Holden, Empowerment Coach, Change in Mindset, (South Africa)

Claire Holden, Empowerment Coach, Change in Mindset, (South Africa)

“Change happens the moment we ask a question or make a statement.”

Claire Holden, Empowerment Coach, Change in Mindset, (South Africa)

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