[Lagos, July 16, 2024] – The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) is proud to announce a strategic partnership with GLG Communications as one of the official PR firms for the Most Influential 100 Honorees. Celebrating World PR Day on July 16, 2024, this year’s theme, “The Future of Public Relations in a Changing …
Naguib Sawiris is the Chairman of Weather Investments‘ parent company and formerly served as Chairman and CEO of Orascom Telecom Holding and Orascom Investment Holding S.A.E. Born on June 15, 1954, in Cairo, Egypt, Naguib Sawiris is the eldest son of businessman Onsi Sawiris, founder of the Orascom Group, and Yousriya Loza Sawiris. His brothers, …
Mr. Mulualem Syoum, Founder of the AeTrade Group, is committed to fostering robust collaboration and partnerships between the public and private sectors across various domains. Headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda, the AeTrade Group is an African Diaspora-led social enterprise dedicated to scaling up digital trade across the continent. Central to its mission is promoting impact investment …
Mike Ogbalu III is currently serving as CEO of Pan African Payment Settlement System,(PAPSS) in Afreximbank. He leads efforts to develop a continent-wide payment infrastructure aimed at revolutionizing trade and economic growth across Africa. He is a seasoned Electrical/Electronic Engineer with a distinguished career spanning over 25 years across Technology, Banking, and Payments sectors. His …
Miishe Addy is the Co-Founder and CEO of Jetstream Africa, an e-logistics company based in Tema, Ghana. Jetstream Africa is a prominent player in African e-logistics, specializing in facilitating the movement of capital and goods across borders with a blend of human expertise and proprietary technology. Miishe began her career as a top-ranked strategy analyst …
Michelle Chivunga is a globally recognized expert in emerging technologies, particularly Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Transformation, with a specific focus on their applications in emerging markets and Africa. With over 21 years of experience, Michelle has established herself as a trailblazer in sectors such as Fintech, Digital Assets, and Data-driven technologies. Michelle’s career spans …
Michael Gamwo has built a distinguished career as a leader in international trade and investment promotion, particularly focused on fostering relationships between South Africa’s Western Cape region and various countries across Africa. Currently serving as the Head of Africa at Wesgro for the past 15 years, he also holds the prestigious role of Honorary Consul …
Matlhogonolo Mothibedi Valela is a highly experienced professional in the corporate sector, currently serving in key leadership roles across several prominent organizations in Zimbabwe and beyond. Mr. Valela holds the position of Chairman for African Distillers Ltd. and serves as the Chief Executive Officer & Director at Delta Corp. Ltd., a role he has held …
M. Ali Adji Mahamat Seid is a distinguished professional with a robust background in accounting, commerce, and entrepreneurship. Currently serving as the President of the Executive Council of PACCI (Pan African Chamber of Commerce and Industry), his career spans leadership roles in various associations and significant achievements in education. Professional Memberships: Vice-President of the National …
Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana is the Minister of Trade in Cameroon, a position he has held since December 8, 2004. He plays a significant role as the Spokesperson for the ACP countries (African, Caribbean, and Pacific) in multilateral trade negotiations at the World Trade Organization (WTO). Born on July 8, 1954, in Nsazomo, in the …