Mary-Grace is the Trainee Solicitor at Clifford Chance. She is passionate about corporate law, culture and creativity, with a unique ability to bridge the gap between corporations and Gen Z through content creation & law. Her focus is in career, personal development, and empowering women. Below is her accolades; “Beauty and brains” content creator with …
London, UK, December 30, 2024 – Best wishes for a prosperous 2025! As we close the First International Decade for People of African Descent and welcome the Second Decade in the new year, MIPAD is proud to unveil the young honorees in the UK who are shaping the future. In the spirit of recognition, we …
Good news! It’s official…Proclamation of the Second International Decade for People of African Descent 2025-2034! “The new decade, beginning in 2025, will build on the progress of the past 10 years to advance the human rights of people of African descent globally,” said the UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on 17th December 2024 as …
Tuesday, October 24th – In celebration of United Nations Day, MIPAD is proud to announce the opening of nominations for the 2025 Global Top 100 Editions. This year, alongside the flagship Global Top 100 Under 40 Edition, MIPAD introduces three special editions: the Global Top 100 Social Impact & Philanthropy Edition, the Global Top 100 …
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New York, USA– 25th September 2024- Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), is thrilled to announce the upcoming Recognition Week 2024, from September 26th to 29th, 2024 following the opening of the 79th UN General Assembly, in New York City, USA In the spirit of recognition, we will honor outstanding achievers in three categories: …
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Wamkele Mene is a distinguished figure in international trade and diplomacy, currently serving as the Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat. He made history in February 2020 by becoming the first Secretary General of the AfCFTA Secretariat. Prior to his current role, Wamkele Mene held significant positions that underscore his …
Uju Uzo-Ojinnaka is a dynamic entrepreneur and visionary leader, serving as the Founder and CEO, Traders of Africa (TOFA) and African Trade Invest (ATI), two pioneering platforms aimed at promoting Pan African trade and investment. With over 17 years of experience in Strategic Marketing, Retail Banking, and Business Development, Uju has honed her skills in Credit …
Uche Okugo holds a multifaceted role at the Economic Development Office of the City of Brampton, where he serves as the Lead on Investment Attraction from Africa and the Caribbean. His professional engagements are complemented by active community leadership roles, reflecting his commitment to civic and social development. He is a valued member of the …
Temi Popoola currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Exchange Ltd, the operational exchange of the demutualized Nigerian Stock Exchange. He is widely recognized as a successful C-suite leader with a distinguished career marked by significant achievements in business acumen, financial expertise, global market growth, and operational leadership. Temi began his career …
Tarik Senhaji currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE). Casablanca Stock Exchange underscores his commitment to advancing the capital markets in Morocco and fostering economic growth through strategic investment and financial innovation. He commenced his career as a finance manager at the International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group) in …