Influential Leader in Ethical AI and Data Governance Championing Africa’s Digital Transformation
In this special edition, we proudly spotlight three formidable African women leaders who are not only shaping their respective fields but also re-imagining the future of the continent through ethics, innovation, and compassion.
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Maha Jouini
Tech Policy Expert and VP of African and Francophone Agency for AI (AFRIA)
In the rapidly evolving landscape of emerging technologies, few individuals possess both the technical expertise and the creative spirit generating humanitarian vision to truly guide innovation toward human flourishing. Dr. Mihaela Ulieru stands as a rare exception. As President of the IMPACT Institute for the Digital Economy, Dr. Ulieru has devoted her career to ensuring that the convergence of blockchain, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things serves to empower individuals rather than control them.
Chinwe Uzoho
Regional Managing Director, West & Central Africa at Network International
In the rapidly evolving landscape of African fintech, few leaders have made as profound an impact as Chinwe Uzoho. With over three decades of experience transforming the financial services sector, she stands at the intersection of innovation, inclusion, and inspirational leadership. This feature explores how one woman’s vision is reshaping the continent’s digital payment ecosystem and empowering the next generation of female leaders.
Pierrette Kengela
Founder & Executive Director | JOY4ALL NPC & J4A Public Health Consulting
Pierrette Kengela has never approached her work conventionally. Beginning as a nurse in a public hospital in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, she witnessed suffering that could have been prevented—experiences that ignited a determination to address not just symptoms but systems. From those early days to her current position as Founder and Executive Director of both JOY4ALL NPC and J4A Public Health Consulting, Kengela has built a career dedicated to dismantling barriers to health equity across more than 40 countries.
