Meet the Fellows

My name is Kazeem Mary, a 25 years old lady, and also a graduate student who is studying at one of the outstanding universities in Nigeria. I am a person who is passionate about pleasing GOD at every single time, also a goal driven person who loves to achieve every goals her mind is set on.

My name is Balogun Mary Olaoluwakiitan, I am a highly motivated and purpose-driven graduate with a strong commitment to personal development, community impact, and lifelong learning. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Telecommunication Science, a discipline that strengthened my analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and understanding of modern communication systems. My academic journey reflects resilience, adaptability, and a strong determination to grow despite challenges. During my industrial training (SIWES) at TECHITCHEAP Dynamic Services Limited in 2023, I gained hands-on experience in data science support, customer engagement through live chat platforms, and digital content planning. I actively contributed to a content creation team by developing and managing content calendars, which further sharpened my organizational, communication, and digital media skills. This experience laid a solid foundation for my growing interest in media, advocacy, and youth development. Beyond formal employment, I have consistently demonstrated leadership and service. I volunteered with my faculty media team, supporting content creation and social media management, and also served as the Welfare Secretary of my faculty fellowship, where I was responsible for coordination, support initiatives, and student well-being. These roles deepened my passion for mentorship, particularly among teenagers and young adults. Currently, I work as a Real Estate Consultant and Sales Executive at Excellent Homes and Investment, where I apply strong interpersonal skills, integrity, and strategic thinking. I am also the founder of The Builder’s Project, a faith-based initiative focused on educating, mentoring, and positively shaping lives through storytelling and reflective content. As an emerging author, I use my voice to address real-life social and emotional challenges faced by youths and parents. I am seeking scholarship support to further my education and expand my capacity to create sustainable impact in my community and beyond.

Hi, I'm Maryam Abdulrazak. I am an entrepreneur and a graduate of management studies at Kaduna State polytechnic.

A Chemical Engineer with over ten years of experience in applying management consulting and project management approaches to the specific requirements of the development projects.

I am a young Kenyan I am so passionate about business and I have currently opened my business and I believe this opportunity will help me on how to properly run my business.

I'm an agriculture student having major in i want to establish an enterprise of agriculture Entomology combining with Artificial intelligence to overcome possible problems in agriculture. I'm currently preparing myself by completing my skills of agriculture entomology and python leading to artificial intelligence

My self MARYAM. Now a days I'm studying in University of Lahore. My major subject is Mathematics and my MPhil is continue.

Founder and CEO of Mainstream Lime-Light Ltd ( *Producers of Ma'Zaine Foods* ), an agro-processing company committed to producing and packaging a variety of ready-to-cook foods

I'm Aderoju Maryam Folake, I was into sales of first grade wears, but due to pandemic, my capital got exhausted.

My name is Maryam, my last name is qarizada I have studied my elementary school at Sultanrazia high school and when I was in 8th grade I went to Afghanturk high school and in 12 grade I went to Naswan khuram high school and I graduated from school in 1 position in 2020 . I pass my kankor examination and I was able to succeed in my favourite field medical faculty. I have studied one year (2 semester) of my faculty in 2022 but in 2023 the Taliban have closed universities to girls and now I'm at home , but I won't lose my hope I will try and try to become a successful person and help my family ,my country and the world.

Aspiring doctor and innovator using tech to fight breast cancer, empower women, and create real change from Alexandria to the world.

I am a Nigerian Engineer interested in contributing to solving the developmental challenges of Nigeria through enhanced food processing for food security and wealth creation

I am a clean energy advocate and champion based in Nigeria. I have been in the energy space for close to five years promoting the use of Solar Lamps and Green cook stoves for women living in rural and peri urban communities which reduces carbon footprint in our environment. I have experience in Gender and Social Inclusion, Climate smart agriculture, business development, Communication, Customer relationship management and research.   I have founded three organizations; Advanced Foundation for Girls and Youth Concerns, Food Axis and Sapio Multi Solutions dedicating my time to international development work, girl child education and women economic empowerment.  I can be reached on maryamabdulmalik61@gmail.com You can also add me on LinkedIn at; https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryam-abdulmalik-b-sc-mba-2b429b86?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

I am an Iranian-British freelancer and consultant working in the AI sector, finding solutions to various Natural Language Processing (NLP) problems for real-life impactful projects in industry R&D and academic research. I believe receiving the Savvy fellowship will significantly transform my skills to transition to a fully-fledged entrepreneur.

مریم سادات هستم ، زنی با تجربه و با انگیزه فراوان، از شهر هرات، افغانستان . من در دنیای روانشناسی شروع به درس خواندن کردم سال دوم دانشگاه بودم که متاسفانه با آمدن طالبان، راه تحصیلم مختل شد. و دیگر نتوانستم تحصیلم را ادامه بدم. با وجود این، در زمینه صحت و تغذیه اطفال در زندان زنان هرات فعالیت می‌کردم، تا آنکه کار خود را هم نیز به دلیل شرایط سیاسی و با آمدن حکومت طالبان از دست دادم. اما من انگیزه خود را از دست ندادم و با وجود تنگ دستی و وضعیت بد اقتصادی یک کارگاه کوچک برای طراحی نگین زنی لباس‌های زنانه و دخترانه در خانه راه‌اندازی کردم . من با دستمزد کمی برای یک لباس فروشی کار میکردم. اما با امید به آینده‌ی روشن، به رویای بزرگ کردن کارگاه و تولیدی خود پا می‌گذارم . تا بتوانم یک تولیدی و کارگاه بزرگی برای خود داشته باشم و بتوانم حرفه خود را وسعت بدم. امیدوارم به آرزوهایم دست یابم و بتوانم محصولات خود را به شهرهای مختلف ارسال کنم. You

I Like to Be a Part of Your Group and I Want Work with You. I Want to Be a Effective Person in My Community . I Want to Have My Business .

I am Maryam Barizans, 24 years a go I was born in a remote province of Afghanistan it called Badakhshan, where is compare to heaven on its beautiful nature. I started my lesson when I was 5 years old at Ishkashim Girls High School, When I graduated from school after the national exam I choose to pursue my lessons on economic field at Kabul University. After all hard-working and PESTEL issues in Afghanistan I graduate in 2022. Now I am working in an international NGO in Afghanistan.

I am Maryam, I am from Afghanistan. I have a bachelor degree in language and literature of Dari. I have a 15th pass institute certificate in nursing too. Now, I am in internship in Rupani Foundation in digital marketing section, that sponsors by WFP. I have teaching experience in private schools and education centers for more than five years. I am an Afghan woman and I want to help other women by this program. I want to make and improve women skills to make the better life for them.

My name is Maryam Hamza Bala, I am Nigerian by citizen. Under the local government of Kano Municipal, Kano state. I graduated at Bayero University Kano.

I am Maryam. I have a bachelor degree in language and literature of Dari. I have a 15th pass institute certificate in nursing too. I have teaching experience in private schools and education centers for more than five years. I get an internship in Rupani foundation in digital marketing section right now, that sponsors by WFP. I am an Afghan woman and I want to make and improve women skills for making better life for them by this program.

I am a second-year student at the College of Commercial Studies and Business Administration and the owner of a small project. I am searching for training opportunities to develop myself and achieve the maximum benefit. I was trained in official online and offline banks and took courses in various fields related to my field of study, such as the HP company and E-Youth Company, in cooperation with NBD Bank . Therefore, I aspire to be accepted into this Fellowship. It will be a strong benefit for me.

iam called Maryama, a graduate of clinical medicine but passionate in innovation and enterpreurship

We created a crop and soil management tool combining AI-powered satellite analytics and IoT soil and crop sensor to detect crop pests, diseases and determine accurate soil inputs

A graduate of Marine biology(first class honors) from the University of Lagos. I have certifications from Google,CISCO and LinkedIn learning.

I look forward to building a brand that will support African businesses to scale.

I am a results-oriented individual with a positive attitude and eagerness to constantly learn.

As an individual fueled by a fervor for innovation and community empowerment, Maryanne emerges as an exemplary candidate for the Savvy Fellowship. With a robust background in IT Software Sales, I have consistently championed positive change and crafted impactful solutions. I possess a unique amalgamation of skills, spanning entrepreneurship, leadership, communication, and problem-solving, cultivated through both academic pursuits and professional ventures. My notable accomplishment in strategy development in various past workplaces underscores my adeptness at innovating and executing ideas with precision. Moreover, my unwavering dedication to fostering innovation and community empowerment propels my eagerness to harness the resources and opportunities afforded by the Savvy Fellowship. With a proven track record in the IT industry, I am poised to make substantial contributions to the fellowship community and beyond, driving progress forward and inspiring transformative change.

I'm a pace setter and goal getter, diligent and disciplined. Focus on whatever I do. Friendly and jovial. A team leader and also I'm quite determined.

I am a student. As a student, I make certain confectioneries like chin-chin, meat pies. I am an open-minded who loves to create things with my hands.

my name is maryem. I'm a technical translator and studying data science

Marygold is a social entrepreneur and child safety advocate. She manages an online home and kitchen store where varieties of home and kitchen appliances around the world are sold.

First of 6 siblings, married with a kid , Retrenched from banking sector now into skincare.

My name is Maryjane O. l hold a Bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship and Business Management. I am a highly organized thorough and motivated individual.

I'm Maryjane Ugwuanyi, a copywriter & a skilled fashion designer. I have extreme passion for profitable businesses and also to be able to restrategize failing businesses.

As a founder of a fast growing agricultural food business, I am passionate about people and creating innovations to help them meet their daily needs

I love to be independent. I believe that one should acquire new skills to be relevant and I loveto solve people's problems by meeting their needs through entrepreneurship.

Experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis, specializing in policy analysis. Passionate about data, inclusive development, politics, and social justice

I am Marzia Noori, I was born in 1996 in a Hazara Ethnic family in Ghazni tamaki Afghanistan. As a young woman from Afghanistan, I have encountered enduring challenges of social, political ,and economic conditions throughout my very short life, I think these struggles compelled me to become a strong and resilient individual with high ambition. I began my school in a refugee camp in Pakistan, where I completed my secondary high school achieving a score of 93%. Soon after completing my high school degree, After school, I succeeded in the national exam in one of the well-recognized universities and departments of Afghanistan, Kabul University, and the Department of Economics by getting 315/360. However, Due to the high value of education in Pakistan, I applied for HEC Alama Iqbal where I succeeded in getting a full-fund scholarship offer from one of the very competitive scholarship programs from the government of Pakistan. As part of the scholarship, I spent six months at Islamia College Peshawar to familiarise myself with various courses. As a result, I passed a competitive exam and secured admission to the BBA program at the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI), which is ranked as one of the top 8 universities in Pakistan. I completed my bachelor's degree in administration with high honors and opted for a 3.61 CGPA and also recognized for my punctuality and social activities. During my undergraduate studies, I was involved in numerous social activities, I had the opportunity to serve as vice president of a student organization (Hazara Student Edu-Cultural Society) at my university. In this role. I successfully led a team of students to take start-ups for new and emerging ideas and helped them to opt for various projects aimed at improving the sense of community service. My leadership experience shaped me to develop my cognitive thinking while making critical decisions organizing workshops and handling conflict. Secondly, I have worked as Secretary Women Wing at Hazara Student Network in Islamabad. HSN is a non-political student organization consisting of 400+ students to be a bridge of help for newcomers especially women and a knowledge-sharing platform for all students residing in the area of educational purposes. During these periods I have organized several talks and campaigns such as “What does 8th March mean? And does this congratulatory message, celebration, and flowers remove the word of the second sex from our name? Furthermore, I have been actively involved in community service initiatives throughout my academic semester break. As a volunteer in a local NGO (HIVE Pakistan), I have participated in project flood aid packing and distribution. Besides that, I have worked with (UNICEF) for healthcare aid distribution in Afghanistan. Through these activities, I have learned a deep understanding of environmental challenges and know my ability to inspire individuals toward societal thoughts. All these activities have built more resiliency to have a positive impact on change. Lastly, I have been attending different sessions on women's leadership, entrepreneurial drive, and strategic planning of bossiness ventures where I have actively participated and used my voice for social change.

I am Marzia Haidari , a student if engineering faculty in Herat university and I am English instructor.Beside I am studying nursing and learning web design.

Hard-working and Passionate person...

With 3+ years experience in sales, I believe in youth potential to lead change, so I take up challenges that develop my entrepreneurial skills while impacting my community.

I am Maseeng Motaung, 44 year-old lady who started business in 2018. I run small scale broiler chicken rearing business.

I have a bachellor in social work and social administration, a certificate in business management, certificate in project planning and management. Am the executive director

I am Masereka Kikumbwa Godfrey, a Ugandan male, aged 38, Mukonjo by tribe and married with two children. I am a social worker by profession with seven years experience in catchment management interventions or practices for Mubuku-Nyamwamba rivers, restoration of degraded hot-spot areas within the communities surrounding the Rwenzori Mountains National Park and a human rights advocate. I have been piloting a number of interventions focused towards restoration of the Mubuku-Nyamwamba river banks in the lower Mubuku-Nyamwamba catchment.The river bank stretches 14 KM on the Ugandan side in Kasese District .During this period, I have been working through community based structures resulting into 3.2 KM of the buffer zone established and the river bank stabilized. I was awarded the Social Innovator Program award that was held in Lagos-Nigeria in 2022 organized by LEAP Africa.

I am a disciplined and self-motivated individual with a strong academic foundation and a commitment to continuous personal and intellectual development. Having completed my secondary education with excellent results, I have dedicated myself to further enhancing my proficiency in English, mathematics, and standardized test preparation through focused self-study. I approach my responsibilities with seriousness and consistency, and I am capable of managing my time efficiently to balance various academic and personal commitments. In addition to my academic pursuits, I have developed an interest in creative skills such as video editing, and I am currently exploring foreign languages, including Japanese, as part of my broader learning interests. I place great value on integrity, hard work, and personal growth. My approach to challenges is rooted in patience, persistence, and a willingness to learn from experience. I strive to maintain a balanced lifestyle that supports both mental and physical well-being, and I continuously seek opportunities to refine my abilities and broaden my knowledge.

Hello. Thank you for reviewing my application. My name is Mashudu Malema-Wilson. I am a passionate communications professional and aspiring tech entrepreneur from South Africa. My specific interests are in cyber security and software development. My interest in this particular program is to learn effective skills which will help grow my new company, Afri Lens Tech into a impact-driven, successful African startup. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing back from you. Warm regards, Mashudu

I hold an honours degree in Arts and Culture Management from Wits University and currently studying towards a Post Graduate Diploma in Media Management with Rhodes University.

I'm Masoume Fasahat. I'm a girl from Afghanistan who is living in Iran as a refugee. I'm a last year student in university. My major is computer engineering.

I graduated from Kabul Polytechnic University in 2018 with a degree in computer science. I worked in various positions in the computer field for 2 years. Now, I am focused on personal development and trying to join different programs like capacity building, leadership, and management, to acquire new skills and strengthen my accomplishments for my career.

I am Masooma, coming from a big family. I am an eager, friendly, self motivated and fast learning person. I am interested in learning new things and takimg the risk to try something new. Therefore, I was an active student during school and volunteering in many organizations such as Youth´s mirror, FKSO, Humans of Afghanistan, the Bookies team. I graduated from school in 2019, took the Kankor examination. I was a second-year university student the Taliban came and banned all educational centers. Since that, I have been looking to study aboard and get my bachelor's degree. My hobby is doing sports, reading and writing. I used to play football in the Adaalat national team.

I am a masters student and an E-Commerce entrepreneur with several entrepreneurship training experiences such as the YALI Africa Fellowship.

Syrian student from Damascus passionate about technology, business, and innovation. Interested in AI, data analytics, and project management to create impactful solutions.

My name is Massa Dugulu. I am a young Liberian Entrepreneur, a feminist activist and an advocate.

I am massuma qasemi one imgrent hazara girl that currently I live in Italy, I want run my besines ,but I need to have some information abut how should be curetive and make work for ourself and others.I am abosultly trying to find best aim but for now becaus economy problem I could not run big besines so I would be very happy if I could participatin this courses.

I am a social impact venture entrepreneur involved in women and youth making a difference via social innovation.

My name is Matheakoena Lebina. I am an aspiring entrepreneur and farmer. I am passionate about business and hydroponic farming.

Yomi Mathew from the hardworking, Godfearing and discipline family of mr john olorunmosunle and Mrs Mary Olorunmosunle from odogbo Iluke bunu on the 08-mar-1991

commitment to excellence with a broad understanding of mechanical engineering. Practical and hands-on deadline-driven individual.

Visionary entrepreneur revolutionizing Africa with innovative, untapped solutions in sustainable energy, tech-driven agriculture, and inclusive economic growth.

I am someone who has both a possibility mindset and a will to take risks. I also believe that there is always a way to maneuver the challenges and hardships that I face in my life.

Mathias is a passionate Teacher and Business Owner who founded Zoe Academy for building the skills of kids and teenagers in English, leadership, and extracurricular activities.

Mathias is the Executive Director of Youth Against Drug Abuse Foundation (YADAF) International. He uses both outreach and online campaigns to help educate and empower youths

WANGSO MATHIEU est un jeune étudiant chercheur entrepreneur régulièrement inscrit en thèse de doctorat Ph.D en physique appliquée et ingénierie à l'école nationale supérieure des sciences agro-industrielles de l'université de Ngaoundere au Cameroun depuis 2020. Je suis aviculteur et agriculteur. Je suis aussi enseignant en gestion de projet à l'institut actions for development institute de Ngaoundere. Ma thèse s'intègre dans le domaine de l'énergie renouvelable et l'intelligence artificielle. J'ai réussi le prix de financement de ma thèse sur le thème de détection, diagnostic des défauts d'une centrale photovoltaïque et la supervision via le cloud. Mon entreprise est dénommée WANGMATH CENTER SARL est une société à responsabilité limitée pluripersonnelle sous seing privé. Elle a été créé en 2023. Nous faisons dans l'énergie, le bâtiment travaux publics, les connaissances intellectuelles, l'agro-pastorale.

I am a young Namibian 33 years of age, and since i just have a high school diploma, it has been a challenge as well us funds,

Matilda is a Senior Product Manager with a financial Institution, very passionate and good at driving brand strategy, evaluating product performance and implementing strategic marketing aimed at funding opportunities to maximize revenue.

Aspiring business owner...

Iam a servant of the Lord as well as an enterprenuer who is passionate in growing my business as well as teach the people around me some interprenuership skills.

I am an ambitious and enthusiastic individual, eager to learn, grow, and make a positive impact. Seeking opportunities to challenge myself and contribute meaningfully.

Dear Sir, With this letter I would like to express my interest in studying the online business related course and receive the savvyfellows scholarship . I am interested in beginning a career in business Strategy, operation and project management and as well leadership. Given my previous academic background as BBA and MBA, my experience, professional trainings, running of own medication business and certifications, I feel this International program with its modules are perfect fit for me to expand my expertise and knowledge. I believe this program is the perfect path for achieving my goals which has direct relation with my work experience and business ideas. Furthermore, being involved in business and operation management for more than ten years with national and international organization and companies, provide me the experience of how to gain and reach to the organization goal on effective manner and direct any project/work or business with positive change. Thus, I think these combinations of experience and qualifications will allow me to analyse and learn very quickly the module of the mentioned scholarship. This course has a direct relation with my current business, e.g innovative business ideas, concepts, management, marketing planning, strategies, distribution and other subjects of the mentioned degree are the best choice for me for a number of reason in order to develop my career. Via the knowledge of this course modules, I will become an expert in the field of Business and Management by international level and as well one of the successful entrepreneur by international level

I am a hard-working man ready to learn new things so that I have a better life. I love making new friends I believe they will bring me up

I am a passionate and hardworking lady who works towards positive change to people of different backgrounds. I am a self motivated, goal getter and result oriented person.

As an entrepreneur, a working woman as community development officer, and more importantly a single mother of 4 biological children.

South African visionary | 29 | Diploma in Law from Univ. of South Africa | Passionate about tech innovation | Driven to start my tech-startup & thrive as an entrepreneur

I have experience working on projects that empower lives and Communities. I have started a social enterprise that offer financial education to local communities.

Dynamic and results-driven Software Developer with over 5 years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing scalable web and software applications. Proven ability to deliver high quality solution, meeting tight deadlines and exceeding client expectations. Adept at utilizing modern technologies, collaborative problem solving, and Agile methodologies to achieve to achieve organizational goals. Successfully increased system efficiency by 30% through optimized algorithms. Delivered over 10 full-stack web applications and enterprise solutions. Enhanced user engagement by 40% through UI/UX design improvements

I am a young, vibrant and smart entrepreneur who want to affect the world positively through diverse means majorly through entrepreneurship.

Am Owo Matthew Thomas a graduate of mechanical engineer and a certified safety officer. I hail from Ebukuma Town in Andoni LGA in Rivers State.

I am Matthew Tegha, a prolific blogger and multimedia expert based in Jos, Plateau State. I am renowned for my insightful and engaging content and have carved a niche as a social media influencer with a keen focus on Nigerian affairs. My blog serves as a hub for diverse topics, from local events to national issues. My multimedia prowess extends to photography and video production, showcasing my multifaceted talents. I am committed to community growth, also actively participating in initiatives fostering development and unity.

My name is Matthew and I am based in Lagos Nigeria, I love trying new things and I currently run my own laundry business, I love meeting new people and also share ideas.

I am a result driven Software Engineer specializing on backend development. I have hands on experience in Javascript and Python. I am proficient working with relational and NoSQL databases in crafting scalable backend system. I have excellent communication skill which has led in my participation various start up projects.

A climate change enthusiast and the CEO of Modcoal Ghana

I am Matthew afolayan, a student of yaba College of technology, Lagos. I am passionate about productivity and skills set development. I love learning new things every time.

I'm Matt, a 2x Founder passionate about the crypto x creator economy. I'm the co-founder of BitPerks which is a platform that allows creators to launch their own cryptocurrency

Building a SaaS tool with friends from Uni to optimize time-tracking for lawyers. Looking to learn from founders who’ve built under pressure and turned ideas into working products.

I am a man with enthusiasm, energetic and accountable. I believe in Christ and highly motivated to do the at the best way. I have excellent time management, organisational and keen eye detail.

I am a passionate entrepreneur eager to improve the life of communities. I've created several businesses and learned a lot from my failures. I am confident that if I follow the Savvy program my current agricultural business will flourish.

My past experience centers around Venture Capital, Consulting and Business Strategy. Currently, I am working on my own fintech startup.

my name is maureen jesse, I am currently a year two student studying law at the Taraba state university, I am a software engineer with one year of experience.

I am passionate and highly interested in entrepreneurship. I look forward to starting an innovative business that will provide modern solutions to unemployment.

Maureen Ifeyinwa Ndubuisi is a Counselor, Media personality and an entrepreneur who believe in making positive impact in the society.

My name is Maureen Nwokocha and i am the managing director of Cathymaur Limited .

I would describe my personality as Patient,Observant,Hardworking,Confident, approachable,focused.

I am the founder of Maurex Creative Enterprises a registered Bakery into the production of custom cakes, pastries and natural drinks; a certified baker with a master's degree.

I'm a an entrepreneur,I chose to deal with ladies fashion. A retailer of ladies latest and trendy wear since August 2020.

I am a Digital service provider, UN SDG Advocate, Founder. I leverage my expertise in copywriting, business consulting, and content development to drive sales and brand visibility.