In a significant milestone for The Ruge Mutahaba Foundation (RMF), Cynthia Bavo, Chief Executive Officer, recently presided over her first board meeting. The meeting, held in Dar es Salaam, marked a momentous occasion as the organization solidified its commitment to empowering young Tanzanians and carrying forward the inspiring legacy of its founder, the late Ruge Mutahaba. Chaired by renowned…
Navigating the Realities of African Venture Capital: Pearls of Wisdom from Eunice Ajim Eunice Ajim, Founding Partner & VC at @ajimcapital, is no stranger to the nuances of early-stage investing in Africa. Known for her compelling insights into Africa, startups, and the intricacies of investment, Ajim has fast become a guiding star in the venture capital landscape. The recent…
Nestled in the heart of Tanzania, a monumental movement is gradually unfolding, its goal to revolutionize the landscape of women entrepreneurs. The impetus behind this empowering shift is the formidable Maida Waziri, the current President of VOWET (Voice of Women Entrepreneurs in Tanzania) and the architect of the pioneering #SheCanDoIt campaign. In an in-depth interview, Ms. Waziri spoke to…
Elizabeth Swai, the golden woman behind AKM Glitters Ltd, exemplifies resilience, determination, and the spirit of empowering women in agribusiness. Through the Kubroiler Franchise Program and her involvement with AWAB, Elizabeth Swai is paving the way for women entrepreneurs in Tanzania’s agricultural sector. Her vision, dedication, and commitment to compliance and quality standards have positioned AKM Glitters as a…
Maida Waziri, the President of the Voice of Women Entrepreneurs in Tanzania (VoWET), recently gave a keynote address at a seminar for various entrepreneurs organized by the Tanzania Women’s Empowerment Network (TAWEN) in Dar es Salaam. The seminar, which Exim Bank sponsored, aimed to provide women entrepreneurs with essential skills and knowledge to improve their businesses and empower them…
A Recap of Tshego’s Message on the Importance of Thinking Big, Having a Long-term Vision, and Creating Opportunities for Others Tshego Kekana, the Founder and MD of Alfa Destiny Communications in South Africa, has earned recognition as a leading Strategic Communications Expert and a Standard Bank Top Women Finalist in 2021. In a recent LinkedIn post, Tshego shared her…
Agnes Munisi is the CEO and founder of Jaes Consult Limited in Tanzania. She is emerging as a remarkable leader in computer systems and web design. Her passion for helping others and exceptional skills have significantly impacted individuals and businesses across Tanzania. She is an inspiration to many, and her commitment to her clients and community is truly commendable….
The Dodoma Regional Commissioner, Hon. Rosemary Senyamule, is urging women in the region to strive for financial success and become billionaires. She acknowledges that this is possible, thanks to the numerous opportunities created by President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan’s administration through various support programs and the establishment of women’s economic empowerment platforms across the country. The Commissioner emphasizes that…
Ambassador Cindy McCain’s appointment as the new Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) marks a watershed moment in the fight against global food insecurity. With her wealth of experience and expertise in humanitarianism, business, and diplomacy, McCain is the perfect candidate to lead the WFP in its global mission to alleviate hunger and malnutrition. As…
Amisa Ahmed is a remarkable individual whose dedication, hard work, and unwavering focus have made her a force to be reckoned with in community-based mental health interventions and trauma-informed programs in Kenya. As the Founder and Executive Director of the Nivishe Foundation, she has tirelessly worked towards building community resilience and promoting social cohesion in vulnerable and marginalized communities….