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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 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

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Ngomah Temukum who is Advancing Biotech & Healthcare Innovation in Africa! An accomplished biotech executive and venture strategist, Ngomah Temukum has spent a decade leading life sciences companies to exit, acquisition, and scaling growth. She has mentored 100+ synthetic biology startups from UCL, Cambridge, Oxford, and Imperial, helping them secure ￡10M+ in investment while driving fundraising, market expansion, and commercial strategy. Passionate about global health equity,Ngomah Temukum leverages biotech innovation, investment, and technology to improve healthcare access across Africa. Her experience with Summa Equity, EQT Ventures, and McKinsey has helped scale biotech firms and optimize market access for lasting impact. Join us in welcoming Ngomah Temukum to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #AfricanArising

Celebrating Grace Naa Ardua Nelson, An Elevate Africa Fellow Advancing Healthcare & Policy in Africa! ??? With a decade of experience spanning Pharmacy, Public Health, Regulatory Affairs, and Private Sector Development, Grace Nelson is a strategic leader dedicated to healthcare transformation through policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and innovative access strategies. Passionate about research-based policy change and evidence-based decision-making, she actively contributes to professional organizations like the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) and the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGh) to drive professional development and mentorship. As an Elevate Africa Fellow, Grace looks forward to collaborating with fellow changemakers to create sustainable healthcare solutions for Africa’s future. Congratulations Grace Naa Ardua Nelson welcome to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #AfricanArising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Nicolette Ndigwe – Telling Africa’s Stories Through Media & Innovation! ?? Born in eastern Nigeria and raised across five cities, Nicolette Ndigwe brings a deep understanding of Nigeria’s socio-cultural landscape to her work as a producer, writer-director, and entrepreneur. As the founder of IVEDIA HUB INTEGRATED, she has created and produced impactful media projects. She also leads IHI Digital, shaping branding and marketing campaigns for top brands like Sterling Bank, Guinness, and Ford Foundation. Through NaijaTrotter, she is redefining tourism by curating authentic experiences of Nigerian cities for global visitors. Welcome Nicolette Ndigwe to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #AfricanArising

Meet Elevate Africa Fellow Reham Ali who is Advancing Sustainable Agriculture in Africa! We are proud to introduce Reham Ali, a pioneering professor in agriculture and a leading voice in plant protection research at Cairo University. Her groundbreaking work in biological pest control has shaped agricultural practices across Egypt, while her commitment to sustainability has driven academic innovation. As Vice Dean at Heliopolis University, Reham has led capacity-building programs, established research labs, and contributed to multidisciplinary collaborations that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Her passion for organic agriculture, environmental sustainability, and scientific research is transforming the future of Africa’s agro-ecosystem. Join us in celebrating Reham Ali! Welcome to the 2025 Elevate Africa Fellowship! ?? #ElevateAfrica #ElevateAfricaFellowship #AfricaArising