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Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Ogwal Joseph Driving Agricultural Innovation & Empowering Farmers! As the Founder & CEO of Agro Supply, Joseph Ogwal is transforming agriculture by bridging technology and sustainable farming to support smallholder farmers. Under his leadership, Agro Supply has grown from assisting 100 farmers in 2018 to over 30,000 today, 43% of whom are women. With a background in agronomy and business sustainability, Joseph is dedicated to enhancing productivity, resilience, and economic growth through education, innovation, and collaboration. His work is ensuring that agriculture remains a key driver of economic development across Africa. Join us in celebrating Ogwal Joseph and welcoming him to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #Leadership #AfricaRising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Ackson Kondwani Mwenda Advancing Aerospace & Technology in Africa! A Zambian aerospace engineer, Ackson Kondwani Mwenda graduated from Ukraine’s National Aerospace University in 2015 and is now driving security & technology solutions as an Aerospace Engineer at Elementus Africa in Angola. Passionate about innovation & technological advancement, he is committed to shaping Africa’s aerospace & security sectors for a more resilient future. Join us in celebrating Ackson Kondwani Mwenda and welcoming him to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #Leadership #AfricaArising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Selam Teklehaimanot Driving Digital Transformation in Africa’s Transportation Sector! As COO of Tewos Technology Solutions, Selam Teklehaimanot is revolutionizing Ethiopia’s mobility ecosystem by building scalable, tech-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability. With 10+ years in telecom & tech, she is passionate about innovation, empowerment, and creating economic opportunities across Africa. Dedicated to positioning African technology on the global stage, Selam is inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs & changemakers to shape a brighter future. Congratulations Selam Teklehaimanot! Welcome to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #AfricaArising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Natalie Sifuma Driving Climate Action & Social Development! As the Founder of Sisters in Climate, Natalie Sifuma is building a Pan-African community to advance climate knowledge & collaborations for a sustainable future. She began her career as a writer & knowledge architect at Paukwa House, curating 1,200+ positive Kenyan stories to reshape narratives. Later, as Head of Communications for SHE Changes Climate, she expanded its footprint in Africa, attracting 10,000+ supporters. Congratulations Natalie Sifuma! Welcome to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #AfricaArising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Maya Fakhfakh ???? , Advancing AI-Driven Women’s Health Solutions in Africa! A medical graduate and public health researcher, Maya Fakhfakh is the founder of MednTech, a nonprofit pioneering AI-driven initiatives to improve women’s health in underserved African communities. Her work merges clinical expertise, research, and technology to address critical health disparities. As a Global Health Research Awardee at the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), Maya collaborates with healthcare professionals and researchers to develop sustainable, tech-enabled health solutions that drive impact across Africa. Join us in welcoming Maya Fakhfakh to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #africanarising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Nimah N'zani Kassim Zani Championing Gender Equality & Inclusive Development! As Founder of the Hijabi Mentorship Program, Nimah N’zani Kassim has mentored 7,000+ girls, fostering leadership & advocacy for gender equity across Africa. With 10+ years in strategic communications & policy advocacy, she has worked across Kenya, Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, Mozambique, and Tanzania, shaping policies & grassroots initiatives. Committed to empowering marginalized communities, Nimah is driving Africa’s development & governance transformation through communication & leadership. Congratulations Nimah N'zani Kassim Zani and welcome to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #Leadership #AfricaArising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Dr. Dr. Tosan Mogbeyiteren Innovating Healthcare Through Technology! A medical doctor & tech innovator with 20 years of experience, Dr. Dr. Tosan Mogbeyiteren is transforming healthcare in low-resource settings through high-impact software solutions. As Founder & Program Director of Black Swan Tech Ltd, his award-winning innovations have been deployed by governments & international partners, earning recognition from USAID, Gavi, and the Jack Ma Foundation. A guest lecturer at the University of Turin and an Acumen Fellow, he merges healthcare expertise & technology to drive large-scale interventions while mentoring future tech leaders. Congratulations and welcome to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #Leadership #Africaarising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Dr. Elina Amadhila Advancing Research & Development Finance in Africa! A senior lecturer & researcher at the University of Namibia, Dr. Elina Amadhila specializes in development finance, with a focus on the intersection of agricultural finance & social protection. Her work has been widely published, including a book chapter in Rethinking the Land and Agrarian Questions in Africa. Beyond finance, she has collaborated on research in education, disability studies, and tourism, co-editing a book on digital learning in African higher education. As a research fellow at Princeton Institute for Advanced Studies and a member of the Global Young Academy, she is shaping the future of academic excellence in Africa. Join us in celebrating Elina Amadhila and welcoming her to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #Leadership #AfricaRising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Vuyelwa Nyakaza ????, Driving Economic Growth and African Brand Excellence! An Economic Development Strategist, Branding Expert, and Public Speaker, Vuyelwa Nyakaza is dedicated to Africa’s socio-economic transformation. As the Founder and Managing Director of Sukume Consulting, she helps African economies, businesses, and brands achieve global competitiveness. With expertise in Branding, Anthropology, and Business, Vuyelwa leverages identity to anchor nations, organizations, and individuals in purpose-driven growth. A champion of the Made-by-African movement, she actively promotes homegrown SMEs, creating visibility and market access for African enterprises. Join us in welcoming Vuyelwa Nyakaza to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #AfricanArising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Taman MHOUMADI Championing Climate Strategy & Art for Change! As CEO of African Loop Consulting, Taman Mhoumadi specializes in climate strategy & climate-focused art production, bridging Europe & Africa in the fight for sustainability. Based in Senegal, she has led climate action projects across public policy, private sector strategies, and the arts for over six years. Also known as Tamaa, she blends music, theater, poetry, and dance to inspire change. Congratulations Taman MHOUMADI welcome to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! #ElevateAfrica #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Leadership