In a bold and transformative step toward deepening financial inclusion in Africa, Visa has appointed Aminata Kane Ndiaye as Senior Vice President and Head of Western and Central Africa, effective September 4, 2025. This landmark appointment positions her to lead Visa’s newly established sub-regional team overseeing 23 markets from four strategic offices, Abidjan, Accra, Kinshasa, and Lagos. With this role, Aminata enters a new chapter in her career, yet remains firmly rooted in her lifelong mission: leveraging technology to empower people, especially women and youth, across the continent. It is a mission she embodies not just with strategy, but with heart. A Trailblazer with Purpose From the moment she entered the corporate world, Aminata Kane has walked a path defined by courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to inclusive growth. Her academic journey took her from HEC Paris to the MIT Sloan School of Management, and her leadership acumen has earned…
A Spotlight on Dr. Fatima Denton’s Vision for Women in Climate Action
“Women are central to climate adaptation strategies because they are the custodians of their communities’ knowledge, livelihoods, and resilience. To exclude them is to miss the heart of the solution.” — Dr. Fatima Denton. Dr. Fatima Denton’s vision for women in climate action is as transformative as it is urgent. For her, empowering women is not merely a matter of inclusion but a strategic necessity to address one of humanity’s most pressing challenges. Through her groundbreaking work, Dr. Denton highlights the undeniable role women play in climate adaptation and resilience, emphasizing that their leadership is vital for sustainable development and social justice. Her Vision for Women in Climate Action At the core of Dr. Denton’s vision lies the belief that women must transition from being passive participants to active leaders in the global response to climate change. She sees women not only as frontline responders—handling the immediate effects of climate…
Celebrating Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s Historic Rise as Namibia’s First Female President
“The Namibian nation has voted for peace and stability.” – Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. It’s early morning in Onamutai, a village in Namibia’s northern region. Young Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, barely 15, steps out of her home with a sense of purpose that matches the ambition of many older men and women in her community. This young woman, like many of her peers, was born in a country still under the iron grip of apartheid and colonialism. But while most of her contemporaries were preoccupied with survival, Nandi-Ndaitwah had her sights set on a brighter, more equal future, a future that, she would help bring to fruition as Namibia’s first female president. Her story is one of resilience, overcoming adversity, and shattering ceilings that have historically held women back. From that young, determined girl walking miles in search of freedom to becoming the leader of a nation, Nandi-Ndaitwah’s journey reflects her unshakable dedication to…
Examining the State of Women’s Political Representation in South America and the Caribbean.
By Staff Writer.
The importance of female representation in politics extends beyond its relevance to women alone. Research indicates that political gender equality is associated with improved economic stability, enhanced democratic effectiveness, and increased peace and prosperity. Intriguingly, the current state of female empowerment raises questions.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Her Legacy of Service
“I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.” -Her Majesty the Queen.
Héla Cheikhrouhou: Driving Affordable and Sustainable Energy for All in Africa
By Tanya Maswaure
Héla Cheikhrouhou has spent the last 25 years trying to make energy more affordable in Africa, first at Citibank, then at the World Bank, African Development Bank, the UN’s Green Climate Fund, and Tunisia’s ministry of energy. Her innovations and mindset have seen her leading several organizations and working hard to create a greener, cleaner and better society for the future.
Ketanji Brown Jackson: A woman’s journey to greatness inspired by her father’s passion
By Bongile Sigonyela
Judge Jackson was born in Washington, DC but grew up in Miami, Florida. She was raised by her parents, who had started out as public-school teachers. Later, as their career progressed, they became leaders and administrators in the Miami-Dade Public School system.