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I love translating as it's a gateway to different cultures.

Positively changing narratives.

I'm deeply driven by the challenge of transforming Africa's pressing problems into sustainable opportunities. Nothing excites me more than turning waste into reliable energy - it's not just about solving power shortages, but about creating cleaner cities, empowering communities, and building a circular economy that benefits both people and planet. My career has been fueled by this passion for marrying innovation with impact, whether scaling tech solutions with global giants like HP and SAP or now pioneering waste-to-energy projects across Nigeria. I firmly believe Africa's solutions must be homegrown - adapting cutting-edge technologies to our unique contexts while developing local talent. For me, true success means building businesses that are both profitable and purposeful, creating systems that don't just generate returns but transform societies. What keeps me going is seeing these ventures create jobs, light up homes, and prove that with the right approach, Africa's challenges can become its greatest economic opportunities.

My community. Women. Maternal wellness.

Earthshots and moonshots—how space technology can benefit life on Earth.

Education, technology and African development