Meet the Fellows

I am passionate about sustainable fashion and am currently working on starting an upcycling brand. It would employ safe and sustainable production processes to contribute to the reduction of textile waste impact on the environment.

My name is Nsisong Essien. Am a graduate from the department of Biochemistry, University of Uyo. Am into fashion and design.

A creative copywriter, with great aspiration for the running of a Digital Marketing agency by next year presumably.A shrewd, technical and witty thinker.

I am an assidious Marketer, vivid Copywriter & Software Engineering Student. I hope to start my Marketing agency after completing this program.

My name is N Estella B. A 25years old Cameroonian and a masters degree holder in Sociology I am the founder of Fittestme237 an off and online fitness and nutrition company.

My name is Aremu Esther A student of NTA college affiliated to Abu zaira studying mass communication but specialised in television production and am also a voice over personnel. And also I'm into fashion designing.

Hardworking,focused, time conscious,honesty and a man of integrity

My name is Esther, a citizen of Nigeria. I am a student, I work in an organisation and also an entrepreneur (A Baker). I am the founder of Bankie Delicacies.

Driven linguistics student passionate about teaching and learning creative skills to empower, build, and impact communities.

I am Esther, I am into production of snacks for sale, it is a start up and I hope for enlargement

I'm Mauton Esther. A mathematics student of Lagos State University. Learning new things and skill is one thing I always love doing. Passionate about helping the community with the little knowledge I have. .

My name is Johnson Esther. I am a 400 level student, studying English Language at Tai Solarin University of Education. I am an Affiliate Marketer.

My name is Tezira Esther a brilliant and vibrant young entrepreneur in poultry keeping and goats rearing and am a Ugandan of sound mind.

I am a lovely and honest girl, I love exploring and learning new things. I am someone who loves to grab opportunities with tight fist and utilize it for the benefit of all. I am tall and chubby in appearance and I am very modest in every way.

I a mother of two. I'm into to petty business

Bethlehem Tesfu Estifanos is a dynamic and dedicated professional with a passion for catalyzing positive change on a global scale. Born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Bethlehem's journey is characterized by a commitment to education, public health, and socio-economic development. Bethlehem achieved her Bachelor's degree in Public Health from Unity University in 2022, emerging as an academic standout with a remarkable GPA of 3.7. Her educational journey laid the foundation for her deep understanding of the critical issues surrounding public health, a field where she thrived due to her commitment to making a meaningful impact. Bethlehem's professional trajectory as a highly motivated Project Coordinator showcases her ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver tangible results. Her experience includes collaborating on capacity-building programs for businesses in the IGAD regions, focusing on financial management, and strategies for business growth. Bethlehem played a pivotal role in projects such as Boosting Intra-African Trade, Improving Trade Facilitation in the IGAD Region, and Empowering Marginal Economic Actors from the Bottom Up through Policy Reform. Passionate about gender equality and women's empowerment, Bethlehem serves as a Research Advisor on critical issues affecting women in Africa. She has dedicated over two years to developing and implementing research projects that aim to positively impact the lives of women and girls across the continent. Bethlehem's research extends beyond borders, covering diverse regions such as Kenya, Chad, Rwanda, Tunisia, COTE D'IVOIRE, Madagascar, and many others. In her role as a Festival Coordinator for the Addis International Film Festival on Human Rights, Bethlehem demonstrates her commitment to the intersection of art and societal issues. She believes in the power of film to drive conversations and raise awareness about human rights concerns. Bethlehem's leadership extends beyond her professional endeavors. As the Founder of Youth to Youth (Y2Y) and President of Girl Up Addis Ababa, she actively works to mobilize and empower young individuals, fostering a sense of responsibility towards global challenges. Her involvement in volunteer organizations, including Rotaract Internationals and Tunza Eco-Generation, showcases her dedication to community service, environmental advocacy, and leadership development. With a rich tapestry of experiences, Bethlehem is a global citizen driven by a vision of a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable world. Her multi-faceted expertise, combined with a genuine passion for social impact, positions Bethlehem Tesfu Estifanos as a leader and changemaker poised to contribute significantly to the betterment of societies worldwide.

My name eswar I already heard about the savvy it was nice to approach flat form to start up the ideas.

I'm an organized and self-motivated woman. I love challenges and believe setting up my own business will give me room for growth and development.

I’m Eteku Moses, CEO of FarmPawa, connecting investors with smallholder farmers in Uganda. With a degree in Computer Engineering from Makerere University and experience in IT through Shamos Tech Solutions, I specialize in tech-driven solutions for agriculture and financial management. I’m passionate about using technology for positive impact

I am a B.sc Holder of Fisheries. I graduated 2021, and I have been into small scale fish farming. If I have enough capital, I will purchase a land and upgrade to large scale fish farming.

I’m an entrepreneur from Bangladesh. While pursuing undergraduate, I started e-commerce in order to become self-dependent and I have been successful in creating my brand identity.

I love entrepreneurship, leadership, and youth development.

I’m Etido from Africa. I love farming and tech. I’ve farmed since childhood, studied tech, took farm management courses, and grow natural food for humanity, not GM food.

I am a family oriented, hardworking, driven, self motivated individual looking to improve my family's trajectory.

I am a Lecturer in Akwa Ibom State University in Nigeria. I also engage in several community services. I have served as a Mentor for several organizations.

I'm an online business developer creating an effective online presence for businesses and companies through search engine optimization, digital marketing, and website development.

Am Esther Peter Etim from Akwa ibom am HND holder

I'm a 200 level student of Public health in the university of Calabar whose passionate about delivering good enterpreneural services

I am a native of Edo State. I build Blockchain and Software solutions for a living. I have a passion for teaching. I write poetry and interesting stories. And I love to learn too.

Nigerian female entrepreneur, studying Occupational Health safety and Wellness and very keen in providing sustainable natural products for public use.

I am a Nigerian from the west African sub region, a graduate of political science and Diplomacy and a second degree in international Relations. I have also taken steps in developing myself through various seminars, webinars and trainings in acquiring skills to improve my sales and marketing aspirations. I am an enthusiast, a free thinker, an astute goal-getter that is pace driven to achieving certain goals and objectives. I am also a team player and I posses a relative measure of emotional intelligence, problem solving and analysis comparatively. I have also in past times ventured into entrepreneurship to add value and services to society.

I am Albert Etsiwah, a graduate of the University of Ghana. I studied Psychology and Sociology, and I have experience working in Customer Service with Information Technology.

I am a student and shoe maker with passion to transform the Nigerian Shoe making industry With certificate in entrepreneurship from the prestigious Lagos Business school, Nigeria,

My name is Otobong Etudor, a chemical engineer, a researcher and a teacher. I extract oil from waste to produce skin care product, extract ethanol from cassava to produce Bio fuel.

I am a you entrepreneur who intend to solve problems in my field of specification.

I am a Nigerian trained Optometrist with over 3 years working experience. I am hardworking, dedicated and spirited to make a difference in this world.

I'm Godwin Etuk, an Indigene of Akwa Ibom reside in Uyo which is the capital of my state. I was Introduced to savvy fellows by a friend of mine.

Am certified caregiver who is passionate firstly, the elderly and secondly about healthcare to be accessible and affordable to people in local communities living with NCDs.

I am an enthusiastic individual that has career pursuit in public health and serving humanity. I also get acquitted with data analytics and analysis in the public and private sector.

I am a trained Public Health Microbiologist by profession, ICT4D Skilled Expert and Researcher at Abia State University, Uturu.

I am a pacesetter and a goal-getter. I am passionate about what I do or decide to do.

I am an advocate of constant personal development. My vision for the wider world is to impact lives, one at a time, to live truly and purposefully, through love, service, and care.

I am a motivated and hardworking individual, who has recently completed is Bachelors of Engineering in Civil Engineering with a 2:1 honours degree

Final-year Pharmacy student & founder of Rx Eleve/Derm-AI. I bridge African dermatological gaps by linking pharmaceutical sun protection with AI-driven triage tools for all skin tones.

Angeline is on a mission to use entrepreneurial action to transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable future for all women, regardless of their backgrounds with Lune Pads.

My passion runs towards hospitality, to feed and look after the wellbeing of people, I'm inspired when people are happy and satisfied with what I have to offer.

My name is Eionshafae Evans,, I am 38 years old and I have no children. I really want to start up my cleaning business for senior citizens where I am able to help them. I have a soft spot in my heart for senior citizens and my business will be tailored towards helping them. I am unemployed and will love this grant money to start up my business getting everything that is needed.

An engineer with experience in technical sales engineering, project management. Possesses very good skills in team management and has managed various teams at different levels.

Hey! My friends call me Niita and I have recently started my career as an entrepreneur about 4 years ago. Along with my best friend we started a branding and marketing company that specialized in being a one stop shop where we run project campaigns for our clients including their social media. I am passionate about starting a career at the young age of 36 as a video/music director as I like setting up props and brainstorming stories/ideas for different projects. I enjoy watching ideas come to life

My name is Agyemang Evans,with a degree in BBA Accounting I like swimming and my aspirations is to not let barriers constraints me and to rise above what others have achieved.

I am a struggling entrepreneur running a business brand that caters to startups, gig work, freelance and side hustles. All products come with one free promotional campaign.

I’m a community leader and volunteer for some reputable organizations across Africa. Multiple award-winning writer, studying Political Science at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

My name is Blessing, I am from Akwa Ibom, Nigeria.

Entrepreneur building scalable, impact-driven solutions focused on efficiency, sustainability, and solving real-world problems in African cities.

I am a Creative mind who finds expression through Social media, Fashion, Music and making Peace. I am currently studying Peace and Conflict Resolution and I also studied German Lan

I am a 34 year old Nigerian ,born and raised on the African continent, I have been running my plastic PET Production business for 5 years , I am passionate about Africa.

A 23 year old aspiring tech entrepreneur studying software engineering with a vision to build an investment marketplace for people to invest in African businesseses.

A self- driven, motivated & empathetic individual. I aspire to be a global leader,offer service to others & change lives.

Passionate mass communicator with a love for tech. Firm believer in lifelong learning and the fusion of tech and fashion. Owns a ready-to-wear Afro-centric clothing business

Monica Mesame are my names i am the founder of our health foundation and director at Ekose-Rx a nurse by profession.

My name is Ewanlenfoh Gloria. I am a graduate of Social Work from the University of Benin. I specialize in baking which has taught me creativity and bring joy and connection to others.

My name is Kenneth. I have my education in Management Information Systems from Eastern Mediterranean University and I’ve been working as a Product Designer for the past 4 years.

I am an aspiring Agricultural entrepreneur about to obtain a masters degree in Agricultural Economics. I also own and manage a small farm with plans for an expansion.

I am an Electrical Engineer and Project Management professional.

I am a entrepreneur breaking into the laboratory sector of business. Im a mither of a 4 year old son and is planning to move out of the United States and build elsewhere.

Electrical Engineering graduate specializing in Cybersecurity. I combine technical rigors with a passion for digital safety to build a secure, tech-driven future for my community.

Founder of Vision Geria, interested in improving every moment and duplicating sucess

Victor is an experienced and dynamic professional with a passion for driving positive change and impact in the field of administration. He has consistently demonstrated his ability to deliver impactful results and thrive in diverse and challenging environments. Throughout his career, Victor has been recognized for his strong leadership skills, strategic mindset, and ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. He is driven by a genuine desire to make a difference and have a lasting impact on the communities and organizations he serves. Victor is known for his exceptional problem-solving abilities and innovative thinking. He continuously seeks out new opportunities to enhance processes and drive efficiency. His analytical thinking enables him to navigate complex challenges and deliver optimal outcomes. Victor is committed to lifelong learning and stays up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to stay ahead of the curve. He is highly adaptable and thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments, consistently delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines. Victor is passionate about making a positive impact and actively engages in volunteering opportunities and social enterprises to contribute to the betterment of society. His dedication to social impact is reflected in his commitment to community development service. As a professional, Victor is excited to connect with like-minded individuals, collaborate on innovative projects, and drive meaningful change. His expertise and dedication to social impact make him a valuable asset to any organization or community.

I am Eyesan Orighmisan, i attended St, Mary Primary School from 1992-1997, and proceeded to Ajeromi Ifelodun High School from 1997-2003, for my college education. I bagged my Bachelor degree in Political Science from the University of Delta State, and my master degree in International Relations from Girne American University, north Cyprus, at present am undergoing PhD program in History,at Karabuk University, Turkey.

I am a content designer/storyteller. On the side I run a growing pepper soup spice business which I am so passionate about and proud of. I am optimistic about the coming years.

My name is Chris, I am a medical student, and outside school, I'm a copywriter and brand consultant, I like public speaking and anything marketing related.

I am Effiong Eyoh, from Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria. First son in a family of eight. Graduate of Accountancy from Lagos state University. Married. I am Teenagers counselor.

Journalism and Mass Communication Student, aspiring entrepreneur and early stage business co-founder.

9yr software engineer, passionate about tech's impact. Keen eye for detail, thrives under pressure, & excels in teamwork + time management. Ready to revolutionize industries!

I am an ingenious Industrial Research and Development Chemist. Presently I am working on production of organic fertilizers for farmers thereby promoting organic farming.

My name is Clara. I am 20 years old. I just got admission to study medicine in Unn. Learning tailoring also to help in paying my bills when I get to school

I'm an aspiring entrepreneur, a business enthusiast and Engineer in the making. I'm a proactive problem solver, committed to impactful leadership and making a difference.

I have a B.A and an MPIA degrees. I have worked in various capacities with decades of experience in L&D, CRM and Admin. I am currently the CEO/Lead Consultant at Elyon Edge Ltd.

I work as a Software engineer. I am the guy that would utilize every opportunity to acquire and utilize knowledge.

I am a 19 year old female shoe has generated a couple of work experience is from the early age of 16. I started with being your private lesson tutor, taking kids on subjects like English Maths physics chemistry and biology. But aside all that I am a hyperactively extroverted young lady. I happen to be almost always dramatic which people find very interesting and fun. This personality traits aids in my imaginations which in turn helps my writing skills.

A medical doctor with ten years post graduation experience with a passion to raise people out of poverty and helping humanity

I am austin Chineyenwa Eze, born in lagos. From IMO state of Nigeria. A passionate entrepreneur with passion for innovative healthcare.

My name is Eze Kosisochukwu. I’m an early-stage entrepreneur. I’m looking to make positive changes in my community through solving problems.

A Black professional woman and career break survivor. Now rebuilding my career again while empowering women like me to close the confidence and skills gap on the way back in

My name is Victor Eze from Nigeria. I read mass communication and graduation in 2017. I love reading self development books, traveling and getting involve in humanitarian work.

innovative and a last learing and good listener

I am a goal-driven girl. Diligence, commitment and focus are my driving force. I am a big dreamer and I stop at nothing at ensuring I achieve my objectives excellently

I am a Storyteller who is passionate about building a bridge between communication and Technology.

I am a graduate of Computer Science from the Rivers State University, Port Harcourt. I am a prolific author and entrepreneur; widely recognised as a thought leader and life coach.

I'm an electrical engineering undergraduate in University of Nigeria with strong zeal to provide solution to energy challenges faced in Nigeria.

Ezeadum Sixtus Ebube is a medical student at the University of Ibadan who has become mad about entrepreneurship, human relationships and emotional intelligence in the workplace.

I am a tenacious and energetic lady passionate about engineering and entrepreneurship. I want to build a sustainable company that solves the housing problem by building community.

I am a Voice over artist, Producer, I run a foundation-Clare Cares Foundation for children and help young girls heal from rape. I am a creative and love putting stories in motion.

I a focus-driven law student at the University of Nigeria, developing interest in Business, Finance, Marketing, Corporate Finance, M&A, Tax and FinTech.

Am currently an undergraduate, I love researching, exploring new ideas. Am a very humble, trustworthy, and grateful person.

A passionate advocate for the transformative potential of web3 media and blockchain technology.