Ahmed Ololade, known professionally as Asake, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He is signed to YBNL Nation and Empire Distribution. His stage name “Asake” is his mother’s name. In September 2022, his debut album Mr.Money with the Vibe was released, breaking the record for the biggest opening day for an African album on Apple Music …
Tunde Daniel Onakoya is a visionary, social reformer, and esteemed Nigerian National Chess master. His journey of impact began in 2018 with the Founding of Chess in Slums Africa, a non-profit organization committed to leveraging the game of chess as a vehicle for providing children in impoverished communities access to education, technology, and mentorship. The …
Nthanda Manduwi is a dynamic entrepreneur and advocate hailing from Mangochi, Malawi. As the Founder of two successful companies, Bien Corporation Africa and the Ntha Foundation, she has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to fostering innovation and social impact. Through these ventures, Nthanda has spearheaded a range of subsidiary businesses and initiatives, including the Kwathu Kollective, …
Lynn Ngugi stands as a highly acclaimed digital media personality, celebrated for her profound expertise in human interest stories and activism on social affairs. She has cemented her position as one of Kenya’s foremost content creators, known for her commitment to impactful journalism aimed at challenging, educating, and positively influencing society. With the establishment of …
Kayli Vee Levitan is a one of the Founder of ‘The Street Store’, an innovative initiative launched in January 2014 under the auspices of the M&C Saatchi Abel advertising agency. Together with Max Pazak, she envisioned a solution to bridge the gap between the haves and have-nots that often crossed paths without connecting. Recognizing the …
Nondumiso Ngwenya is the Founder, Dev-Implement, an organization that raises awareness on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals to Namibian students. She has an excellence and dedication towards social impact and community development that has been acknowledged by the Namibian Sun newspaper through the article that was written on her dedication to community development. She has …
Mubarak Olalekan Bakare is a distinguished Culture and Youth Ambassador, recognized for his outstanding contributions to society. In 2020, he was honored with the prestigious African Achievers Award, solidifying his reputation as a leader in his field. Renowned as the Tallest Model in Sub-Saharan Africa, Mubarak’s presence in the fashion industry has made a significant …
Corinne MISSI, widely known as Miss MISSI, is the visionary founder behind SACAY Group and the MISSI brand. With a background in Actuarial Science, she seamlessly blends her analytical prowess with her fervent passion for creativity, embodying the perfect fusion of science and art. Having earned the prestigious title of Miss AFRICA USA 2017-2018, Miss …
NEW YORK, 26th September, 2023: Brace yourself for an infusion of global power as the annual Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) Recognition Week 2023 kicks off from Friday, September 28th to Monday, October 2nd at prestigious 1 United Nations Plaza in New York City. Following the opening of the 78th United Nations General …
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Stavros Nicolaou is the Aspen Pharmacare Group’s Senior Executive responsible for Strategic Trade Development. Previously he was CEO of Aspen’s Export Business. Aspen is Africa’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturer and a now world leader in Anaesthetics and injectable anti-coagulants. Aspen is one of South Africa’s most globalised multinational companies with a presence in over 50 geographies …