Sophy Partenbach-FickHuman Resources Manager, C- Suite: Reptile Uranium Namibia 1. Unspoken Rules in Male-Dominated Industries One of the biggest unspoken rules I had to learn was the importance of mastering the balance between assertiveness and diplomacy. In environments where directness is valued but not always welcomed from women, I had to learn how to communicate […]

Deidre SamsonDirector – Future-Fit Consulting. South Africa. 1. How would you explain “strategic foresight” to an entrepreneur who has never heard of it? Why is it critical for businesses today? Strategic foresight is the structured, forward-looking practice of exploring multiple plausible futures to inform better decisions today. It combines elements of futures thinking, trend analysis, […]

Jessica MshamaAge: 23 • Entrepreneur • Tanzania Jessica Mshama is an inspiring Tanzanian young entrepreneur. When her parents gave her an opportunity to study abroad like her siblings, she declined the offer as she wanted to stay closer to home to revive their then unstable businesses. Since taking over the family business, she has successfully […]

Age: 31 • Entrepreneur • Paperware Ltd, Nigeria “Nothing goes exactly as planned; theory is often very different from reality; consistency is the hard part, but it eventually pays off” Brian-Gabriel Chiedozie Ndubuisi is a medical doctor and CEO of Paperware Ltd., a company that manufactures eco-friendly and biodegradable food packaging. After leaving Nigeria at […]

Age: 28 • Entrepreneur • Ebonoko Holdings PTY LTD, South Africa “I learnt a lot about what it takes to come through on the other side. Over the years I have also learnt to not be afraid or embarrassed to struggle.” Emmanuel Bonoko started his business at age 19. He was named a Forbes 30 […]