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Quote of the Day by Temie Giwa-Tubosun

October 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Temie Giwa-Tubosun, founder, Lifebank (Nigeria)

Temie Giwa-Tubosun, founder, Lifebank (Nigeria)

“Our vision is to be the supply chain engine for healthcare systems across Africa and save the lives of 1 million Africans in the next 10 years.”

Temie Giwa-Tubosun, founder, Lifebank (Nigeria)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Temie Giwa-Tubosun, Vision & Mission
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Quote of the Day by Suzie Wokabi

October 22, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Suzie Wokabi, founder of SuzieBeauty, Kenya

Suzie Wokabi, founder of SuzieBeauty, Kenya

“I hope to continue filling the gaps that still exist in the local cosmetics space.”

Suzie Wokabi, founder of SuzieBeauty, Kenya

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Mindset, Suzie Wokabi
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Quote of the Day by Lori Milner

October 20, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Lori Milner, founder, Beyond the Dress (South Africa)

Lori Milner, founder, Beyond the Dress (South Africa)

“Self-care equals self-leadership. By making more space for yourself, you achieve more, not less.”

Lori Milner, founder, Beyond the Dress (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Mindful Entrepreneur
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Quote of the Day by Dr Divine Simbi-Ndhlukula

October 14, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Dr Divine Simbi-Ndhlukula, founder, DDNS Security Operations (Pvt) Ltd, Zimbabwe

Dr Divine Simbi-Ndhlukula, founder, DDNS Security Operations (Pvt) Ltd, Zimbabwe

“My greatest satisfaction is championing women economic empowerment initiatives in mentorship, linking women businesses to corporate supply chains for their growth.”

Dr Divine Simbi-Ndhlukula, founder, DDNS Security Operations (Pvt) Ltd, Zimbabwe

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In Quote of the Day Tags Divine Ndhlukula, Women's Empowerment
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Quote of the Day by Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro

October 13, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro, founder, MitiMeth (Nigeria)

Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro, founder, MitiMeth (Nigeria)

“I changed the narrative and became the exception. Driven by a strong conviction to create impact at the grassroots by focusing on local homegrown solutions to environmental challenges or problems in the community.”

Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro, founder, MitiMeth (Nigeria)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Social Impact
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Quote of the Day by Sylvia Walker

October 9, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Sylvia Walker, author, Smart Woman, (South Africa)

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

“Ditch the guilt, the hatred, the regrets, the baggage. What is done is done and there is nothing you can do to change it.”

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

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Mindset
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Quote of the Day by Kimberly Addison

October 7, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Kimberly Addison, co-founder, '57 Chocolate (Ghana)

Kimberly Addison, co-founder, '57 Chocolate (Ghana)

“Whether you want to start a business or fulfill a particular dream, you are going to need the help of people and your team to get there and vice versa.”

Kimberly Addison, co-founder, '57 Chocolate (Ghana)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Team building
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Quote of the Day by Tlhologelo Mabelane

October 6, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Tlhologelo Mabelane, founder, MabuTribe (South Africa)

Tlhologelo Mabelane, founder, MabuTribe (South Africa)

“Let your why ground you and guard you with persistence. Know that there is enough room for all of us to succeed, and join arms to walk together with others.”

Tlhologelo Mabelane, founder, MabuTribe (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Mindset
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Quote of the Day by Laura Camacho

October 5, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Laura Camacho, founder, Mixonian Institute (USA)

Laura Camacho, founder, Mixonian Institute (USA)

“You don’t learn how to walk from reading a book, neither can a book tell you exactly the steps to build your business.”

Laura Camacho, founder, Mixonian Institute (USA)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Journey
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Quote of the Day by Anita Quansah

September 28, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Anita Quansah, founder, Anita Quansah London (UK)

Anita Quansah, founder, Anita Quansah London (UK)

“You only know how strong you are when being strong is the only option you have.”

Anita Quansah, founder, Anita Quansah London (UK)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Perseverance
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Quote of the Day by Nonny Penelope Wright

September 23, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Nonny Penelope Wright, founder, founder of Lopey Inc. and Sereledi Dairy Brand (Botswana)

Nonny Penelope Wright, founder, founder of Lopey Inc. and Sereledi Dairy Brand (Botswana)

“What gives me satisfaction is knowing that something I have nurtured is blossoming and becoming a reality. Watching it grow even in tough situations makes my everyday life worthwhile.”

Nonny Penelope Wright, founder, founder of Lopey Inc. and Sereledi Dairy Brand (Botswana)

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Quote of the Day Bathabile Mpofu

September 18, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Bathabile Mpofu, founder of Nkazimulo Applied Sciences (South Africa)

Bathabile Mpofu, founder of Nkazimulo Applied Sciences (South Africa)

“I had a lightbulb moment, and I knew what my purpose in life was and I made up my mind to do something about it.”

Bathabile Mpofu, founder of Nkazimulo Applied Sciences (South Africa)

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Quote of the Day by Thiitu Karega

September 17, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Thiitu Karega, founder, Binti Naturals, (Kenya)

Thiitu Karega, founder, Binti Naturals, (Kenya)

“Our desire is to give value to our customers and remind them that Africa has always valued its natural beauty which we must reclaim.”

Thiitu Karega, founder, Binti Naturals, (Kenya)

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Quote of the Day by Ubong Agina

September 16, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Ubong Agina, founder of Nubeeka Concepts (Nigeria)

Ubong Agina, founder of Nubeeka Concepts (Nigeria)

“The entrepreneurial journey is not easy; it requires a large heart. However, as challenging as it may be, just as a child's first attempts at walking, success is sure with clear focus.”

Ubong Agina, founder of Nubeeka Concepts (Nigeria)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Journey
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Quote of the Day by Anabela Marcos

September 15, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Anabela Marcos, founder & ceo, Gestao Profissional (GP) (Angola)

Anabela Marcos, founder & ceo, Gestao Profissional (GP) (Angola)

“I realized that often the most important thing is that people have an opportunity.”

Anabela Marcos, founder & ceo, Gestao Profissional (GP) (Angola)

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In Quote of the Day Tags People Management, Opportunity
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Quote of the Day by Neo Mkwebane Chatyoka

September 14, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Neo Mkwebane Chatyoka, founder, Uhuru Botanicals (United Kingdom / South Africa)

Neo Mkwebane Chatyoka, founder, Uhuru Botanicals (United Kingdom / South Africa)

“It is not an easy journey but it is worth every struggle.”

Neo Mkwebane Chatyoka, founder, Uhuru Botanicals (United Kingdom / South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Journey
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Quote of the Day by Marta Vânia Uetela

September 11, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Marta Vânia Uetela, founder, Minimal (Mozambique)

Marta Vânia Uetela, founder, Minimal (Mozambique)

“What gives me the most satisfaction being an entrepreneur is to solve problems, somehow improve people's lives, and surely profit during the process.”

Marta Vânia Uetela, founder, Minimal (Mozambique)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Mindset
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Quote of the Day by Keren Pybus

September 10, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Keren Pybus, co-founder and ceo, Ethical Apparel Africa (Ghana & Benin)

Keren Pybus, co-founder and ceo, Ethical Apparel Africa (Ghana & Benin)

“We believe the creation of stable employment, particularly for women, is an incredibly powerful driver of sustainable change.”

Keren Pybus, co-founder and ceo, Ethical Apparel Africa (Ghana & Benin)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Job Creation
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Quote of the Day by Anja van Beek

September 9, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Anja van Beek, founder, Anja van Beek Consulting and Coaching (South Africa)

Anja van Beek, founder, Anja van Beek Consulting and Coaching (South Africa)

“The only way to grow is to get out of your comfort zone and learn as you go.”

Anja van Beek, founder, Anja van Beek Consulting and Coaching (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Growing Your Business
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Quote of the Day Tapiwa Matsinde

September 7, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Tapiwa Matsinde, Founder, Atelier 55, UK

Tapiwa Matsinde, Founder, Atelier 55, UK

“Sharing your story matters now more than ever because there is someone out there who is waiting to hear it and form that connection with you.”

Tapiwa Matsinde, Founder, Atelier 55, UK

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