We are proud to showcase 50 women impact entrepreneurs on MSME Day, which celebrates the contributions of smaller businesses to achieving the SDGs. Impact entrepreneurs are driving Africa’s development, finding creative solutions to tackle challenges, and making a real difference. Women, in particular, are making significant contributions through sustainable business models. By recognizing these 50, we aim to highlight the immense potential and achievements of women in spearheading positive change across diverse sectors, including tech, manufacturing, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and finance. Join us in celebrating these remarkable Impact Entrepreneurs! West Africa Echika Obijiaku, Founder & CEO, Mwanga (Nigeria) Echika is pioneering debt recovery in Africa through Mwanga and has been recognized for her entrepreneurial impact on multiple start-ups. She serves as Nigeria’s Ambassador for the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization (WEDO) Africa. Ifeoma Malo, Co-founder, Clean Tech Hub (Nigeria) Ifeoma Malo, a dedicated climate action champion, co-founded the Clean Technology Hub, which has significantly impacted 80 communities across seven countries. As the former Nigeria Country Director of Power For All, she spearheaded a campaign that substantially expanded the decentralized renewable energy industry within two years. Karima Grant, Founder, ImagiNation Afrika (Senegal) Karima founded ImagiNation Afrika, West Africa’s first children’s learning and innovation hub. It is revolutionizing Senegal’s education system by infusing creativity and self-reliance into learning, transforming traditional subjects into engaging games that make education enjoyable and impactful. Oluwayimika Angel Adelaja, Founder of Fresh Direct Produce and Agro-Allied Services (Nigeria) Oluwayimika uses agricultural technologies to strengthen communities and serves as Senior Special Assistant on Agriculture to the Governor of Ogun State. She creates inclusive growth strategies for governments and organizations, focusing on women and youth empowerment. Carmelle Cadet, Founder & CEO, EMTECH (Ghana) Carmelle Cadet leads EMTECH, where she aids central banks in adopting inclusive and resilient financial technologies. A committed advisor to women and minority fintech entrepreneurs, Carmelle has earned multiple accolades for her leadership in the financial technology sector. Dr. Lydiah Kemunto Bosire, CEO & Founder, 8B Education Investments (Ghana) 8B Education Investments provides affordable loans for African students to attend top global universities. Passionate about the transformative power of education, Dr. Bosire believes it’s essential for solving African challenges and developing future changemakers, and has profoundly impacted countless lives. Yvonne Johnson, Co-Founder & CEO, Indicina (Nigeria) Yvonne Johnson’s FinTech company, Indicina, is at the forefront of developing technology infrastructure for consumer credit platforms and businesses across Africa. As an early-stage investor and advisor in Pan-African tech start-ups, she has also contributed to the success stories of notable companies like Andela and Flutterwave. Ngozi Nwabueze, Founder/CEO, PocketLawyers.io (Nigeria) Ngozi is revolutionizing the legal industry in Africa through the tech-driven solutions of PocketLawyers, Africa’s first fully integrated virtual law firm, offering quick, affordable, and premium legal services and solutions to SMEs and startups. Morenike Molehin, CEO, Oak and Teak (Nigeria) Acclaimed entrepreneur Morenike Molehin founded Oak and Teak, and also spearheads Grow With Renny, a mentoring program for African youths. In 2023, she was honored with the ELOY Award for Entrepreneur of the Year and is celebrated as one of “Africa’s 100 Most Impactful Women Founders.” Temilade Salami, Founder, Climate Education Leaders Fellowship (Nigeria) As founder and executive director of EcoChampions, Temilade leads one of Africa’s largest networks of young environmentalists. She’s at the forefront of driving climate education, leadership, and advocacy. She has collaborated with the UN and the World Bank on innovative climate change programs. Fatoumata Ba, Founder, Janngo (Senegal) Fatoumata leads Janngo Capital, which funds African tech startups with a focus on social and environmental impact. A Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 alumna amongst other…