Africa’s Business Heroes Unveils Top 50 Finalists

The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) initiative has announced the selection of 50 exceptional entrepreneurs as finalists for its fifth annual competition. Supported by the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy, ABH aims to identify and support Africa’s most promising business leaders.

Since its inception in 2019, the program has awarded a total of $7.5 million to 50 entrepreneurs. In addition to the financial prize, winners receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to development programs.

This year, the competition received nearly 20,000 applications from across the continent. The 50 finalists represent a diverse range of industries and demonstrate a strong commitment to driving positive change in Africa.

“We are incredibly impressed by the caliber of entrepreneurs in this year’s cohort,” said Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Managing Director for Africa at the Africa’s Business Heroes Initiative. “Their innovative ideas and dedication to their communities are inspiring.”

The ABH initiative continues to play a vital role in fostering entrepreneurship and economic growth in Africa.

The 50 finalists include:

1. Adewale Yusuf – CEO, AltSchoolAfrica
2. Adriaan Kruger – Co-Founder, nuvoteQ
3. Alexander Odhiambo – Co-Founder, Solutech Limited
4. Amir Tuodor – Co-Founder, Ted Solar
5. Ady Coulibaly – Operations Manager, Bolingo Consult Ltd
6. Angelo Pascal Tubibu – CEO, Congofresh
7. Bamba Lo – Co-Founder & CEO, Paps
8. Boubacar Biro Balde – Founder & CEO, SodiShop
9. Clement Owusu-Donkor – Founder, Aquantuo
10. Daniel Mukisa – CEO, Ridelink Limited
11. Denis Karema – Co-Founder, SokoFresh
12. Elizabeth Njuguna – Director, Risiih Investments Limited
13. Emmanuel Tuyisenge – Temaco Builders Ltd
14. Eric Onchonga – Co-Founder, Irri-Hub
15. Eya Hammouda – HK Consulting
16. Eyitayo Ogunmola – CEO, Utiva
17. Farah Ahmed Farag –  Founder & CEO, The Baby Garage
18. Godwin Benson – Co-Founder & CEO, Tuteria
19. Hadeel Fayek – CEO, Joviality for Cosmetics
20. Hadeer Soliman – Founder, The Happiness Factory
21. Helmy Abouleish – CEO, SEKEM
22. Henri Ousmane Gueye – Co-Founder, EYONE
23. Ikechukwu Anoke – Founder & CEO, Zuri Health
24. Jihan Abass – CEO, Lami
25. Jolis Nduwimana – Founder, WEGE COMPANY
26. Judith Marera – Founder, Lanforce Energy
27. Laila Hassaballa – Co-Founder, Bellies En-route
28. Lotfi Darragi – Founder, ReBootKamp
29. Louisa Kiwana Olafuyi – Co-Founder & Director, Kunda Kids
30. Maman Abdou – Founder, TECH-INNOV
31. Martin Ssali – Founder, Smart Foods Limited
32. Mathildah Amollo – Founder, GREATLAKES FEEDS LTD
33. Matina Razafimahefa – Co-Founder & CEO, Sayna
34. Maxima Nsimenta – CEO, LIVARA
35. Mercy Mwende – Co-Founder, Thalia Psychotherapy
36. Mina Shahid – CEO, Numida
37. Mobolaji Ajayi – CEO, Purelife Health
38. Muriuki Collins – Co-Founder, TERRA
39. Najim Abdulrazak – CEO, Noba Africa Agro Allied Limited
40. Olubunmi Otufowora – CEO, Boomsky Smoothies
41. Omar Sefiani – Co-Founder, Sobrus
42. Peter Kironji – Founder, Twiva
43. Philippe Nkouaya – Co-Founder, PHILJOHN TECHNOLOGIES
44. Rasha Rady – COO, Chefaa
45. Richard Duodu – CEO, Metaschool Ltd
46. Salma Bougarrani – Co-Founder, GREEN WATECH
47. Samuel Munguti – Co-Founder, Shamba Pride
48. Samuel Rigu – CEO, Safi Organics
49. Tisya Mukuna – CEO, La Boite (La Kinoise)
50. Victor Maina – Founder, Duhqa Ltd