Mirriam Murenga, a Zimbabwean entrepreneur building a unique accessory business that celebrates the craft of macramé

July 21, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Mirriam Murenga, co-founder of Trudy Mara (Zimbabwe)

Everyone loves a great handbag, and particularly one that stands out due to the craftsmanship shown in its creation. So for all those searching for a unique handbag that is the epitome of exquisite handicraft, Trudy Mara is the brand to look out for. Founders Mirriam Murenga and her sister Getrude are on a mission to introduce the beauty of macramé to discerning, stylish women customers.

Michelle Adelman, an entrepreneur in Botswana building a powerful business to find innovative solutions to food security in Africa

July 14, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Michelle Adelman, founder of Accite Holdings (Botswana)

One of the biggest challenges facing the African continent is ensuring a strong agricultural sector that can assure future food security, and that challenge requires innovative entrepreneurs to come to the table with ideas. One such entrepreneur is Michelle Adelman, founder of Accite Holdings in Botswana, who is harnessing the power of technology combined with sustainable business and investment models to create fast growing solutions to meet the need for fresh produce and alternative sources of protein.

Eki Okubanjo, a Nigerian fashionpreneur building a successful fashion and kidswear business that is winning fans locally and globally

July 14, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Eki Okubanjo, founder of Eki Oris Fashion Company (Nigeria)

Building a successful brand in the fashion industry can be tough. But for Nigerian entrepreneur Eki Okubanjo, founder of Eki Oris Fashion Company, she is proof positive that it is possible by knowing your customers and their needs. Today, Eki is creating beautiful and practical clothing for both her discerning and chic women customers, and also their kids who want to look just as good.

Conny Oberrauter, a South African entrepreneur inspiring others to create their own beauty products

July 7, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Conny Oberrauter, founder of The Cosmetics Chef (South Africa)

If you have ever wondered what it takes to create your own beauty products that work just for your skin type and needs, then wonder no more. Entrepreneur Conny Oberrauter, or The Cosmetics Chef as she is better known, is taking her expert skills and knowledge in formulation and helping people to create their own high quality and effective beauty products at a fraction of the cost.

Juanita Haasbroek, a South African entrepreneur building a natural beauty brand inspired by Hemp Oil

July 6, 2019 Melanie Hawken

As more and more people are looking to natural beauty and wellness brands to find solutions to skin problems, traditional healing ingredients are coming to the fore. For South African entrepreneur, Juanita Haasbroek, founder of Hemp at Heart, she looked to the power of Hemp Oil and CBD Oil for inspiration and healing properties for her skincare range.

Djamila Machava De Sousa, co-founder of Karingana Wa Karingana in Mozambique is introducing the country’s famous Capulana to the world

June 27, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Djamila Machava De Sousa, co-founder of Karingana Wa Karingana (Mozambique)

Mozambique is famous for its Capulana, but one company is taking this unique textile to whole new design levels. Karingana Wa Karingana, co-founded by Djamila Machava De Sousa and Wacy Zacarias, are building a powerhouse brand that combines traditional design and cultural values presented in a modern context.

Eunice Andrade, a Mozambican retail entrepreneur creating a marketplace for great local products in the country

June 23, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Eunice Andrade, founder of Fabrazilbyeunice (Mozambique) — **Eunice Andrade**, founder of Fabrazilbyeunice (Mozambique)

Mozambique is building a reputation as an entrepreneurial centre where local, women owned brands can emerge and thrive. Fabrazilbyeunice, launched by Eunice Andrade, is one such retail brand, created to showcase local designers and product manufacturers in an environment where customers want to shop.

Marie-Paule Tano, an entrepreneur with a passion for Cote d’Ivoire creating a luxury jewellery and accessory brand inspired by African art and culture

June 15, 2019 Melanie Hawken

In the global jewellery and accessory design space, finding your niche and your design style is all important. For Marie-Paule Tano, founder of rising star brand ROKUS LONDON, her inspiration came from her African heritage and her interest in the ancient cultures of the continent.

Annette Cassy, an entrepreneur in Mozambique who is passionate about specialist paediatric care in the country

June 8, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Annette Cassy, founder of Kidz Kare Centro Médico Infanto-Juvenil (Mozambique) — **Annette Cassy**, founder of Kidz Kare Centro Médico Infanto-Juvenil (Mozambique)

When children get sick, they need the reassurance of a specialist, caring environment that gives them comfort, specialist care and advice, and understanding. In Mozambique, Kidz Kare Centro Médico Infanto-Juvenil, founded by entrepreneur Annette Cassy, does just that.

Nthabiseng Dube, a South African entrepreneur who has created a real HR and payroll powerhouse to support businesses of all sizes

June 8, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Nthabiseng Dube, founder of Polish Management Services (South Africa) — **Nthabiseng Dube**, founder of Polish Management Services (South Africa)

Managing people and payroll for any size and type of business can be a challenge, but in South Africa, that is no longer the case. Entrepreneur Nthabiseng Dube, founder of Polish Management Services, is bringing her specialist HR expertise to add value and, importantly, find solutions for her clients. From Recruitment Solutions, Payroll Contract Management and Labour Relations, Polish Management Services is a go-to source of help and advice.

Zodidi Gaseb, an entrepreneur in Namibia celebrating Africa’s rich natural ingredients to formulate a new ethnic hair and skin care range

June 2, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Zodidi Gaseb, founder of African Naturals (Namibia) — **Zodidi Gaseb**, founder of African Naturals (Namibia)

Many women entrepreneurs are inspired to start their businesses as a result of trying to solve a particular problem or challenge as consumers. In the case of entrepreneur Zodidi Gaseb, her brand African Naturals, was created to find a natural but effective solution to great hair and skin health.

Jacqueline Shaw, an entrepreneur from Ghana on a mission to showcase African fashion and textiles to the world

June 2, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Jacqueline Shaw, founder of Africa Fashion Guide

There are people in the world who are driven to make a difference and an impact in their chosen business sector, and entrepreneur Jacqueline Shaw is one of those who is making a big difference in Africa’s fashion and textile industry. With her Africa Fashion Guide, she is bringing the continent’s talented fashion and textile designers to the attention of global markets and buyers.

Jamilla and Fierdowsah Jacobs, two women entrepreneurs bringing world-class kids accessories to Namibia’s trend conscious parents

May 26, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Jamilla and Fierdowsah Jacobs, founders of Kids Emporium Namibia

Every proud parent knows how exciting it is to shop for their children, but it is often hard to find just the right item of clothing or furniture that is both practical and trendy. In Windhoek, Namibia, two sister entrepreneurs have filled the gap with their beautiful retail store, Kids Emporium Namibia. It stocks a wealth of must-have products to suit the needs of babies and toddlers, whilst fulfilling the needs of moms and parents to be.

Petrina Auino-Mwandingi, a serial entrepreneur creating unique leather accessories for the Namibian marketplace

May 25, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Petrina Auino-Mwandingi, founder of KOVA (Namibia)

Lovers of fine leather accessories in Namibia are now able to shop locally to buy beautifully designed and handcrafted handbags and other specialist products, thanks to the talented entrepreneur Petrina Auino-Mwandingi, founder of KOVA. She has created a premium leather accessory brand specially for the local Namibian market, and her customers are loving the end result.

Samantha Collen, a South African entrepreneur and her co-founder mom Jenny, creating quirky, loveable African print clothing for trendy kids

May 19, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Samantha Collen and mom Jenny, co-founders of JenniDezigns (South Africa) — **Samantha Collen and mom Jenny**, co-founders of JenniDezigns (South Africa)

As any parent knows, young kids love to wear clothes that reflect their personalities and which make them feel and look good whilst they are enjoying their active lives. But finding kids clothing that not only looks great but is also affordable can be challenging. Samantha Collen and mom Jenny, co-founders of growing, trendy kids clothing brand JenniDezigns has the answer.

Ifeoma Dike, a Nigerian entrepreneur connecting African contemporary art and artists with the global marketplace

May 19, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Ifeoma Dike, founder of IDD UK LTD — **Ifeoma Dike**, founder of IDD UK LTD

Anyone working in the fine art sector, particularly in Africa, knows only too well how difficult it is to find the right platforms to showcase work and connect with potential buyers, both private and corporate. That’s where passionate art entrepreneur, Ifeoma Dike, founder of IDD UK LTD comes in. Her specialist art agency identifies talented artists and showcases their work to the right people in the right places.

Sanele Dlamini, an entrepreneur from Swaziland creating a successful retail business and empowering others at the same time

May 12, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Sanele Dlamini, founder of Flexy (eSwatini) — **Sanele Dlamini**, founder of Flexy (eSwatini)

The inspiration for entrepreneur Sanele Dlamini to establish her clothing retail and beauty business, Flexy, came from the need to create an economic future for herself. Today she is doing much more, creating future career paths for other young women in her country.

Ntsoaki Kortjass, a South African entrepreneur building a specialist security business to be reckoned with

May 12, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Ntsoaki Kortjass, founder of Tsoabelo Security Solutions (South Africa)

For many companies and individuals alike, security is a key concern and one that needs addressing by experienced professionals. In South Africa, one woman entrepreneur is building a business that brings peace of mind together with a highly experienced approach to risk management. Ntsoaki Kortjass, founder of Tsoabelo Security Solutions, is putting people and property first, and building a reputation for great service at the same time.

Kabwe Mulolo, a South African recruitment entrepreneur helping the construction and engineering industry to find the right people

May 5, 2019 Melanie Hawken

Kabwe Mulolo, founder of Construct Executive Search (CES) (South Africa) — **Kabwe Mulolo**, founder of Construct Executive Search (CES) (South Africa)

A company is only ever as good as its people, and that’s why it is so important to hire the right people with the right skills in order to grow and thrive. In South Africa, one company, Construct Executive Search founded by Kabwe Mulolo, is building a great reputation for specialized recruitment, helping businesses in the construction, technical and engineering sectors find the professional staff they need.

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