Women who move money 2026

Oluwatosin Olaseinde is a Nigerian chartered accountant and fintech entrepreneur focused on advancing financial literacy and retail investment access across Africa. Through MoneyAfrica, she has built a financial literacy platform reaching over one million people, providing practical education in budgeting, […]

Amanda Dambuza is a South African entrepreneur and governance leader whose work spans executive strategy, board oversight, and digital transformation. As an Independent Non-Executive Director on multiple private and JSE-listed boards, she contributes to strengthening corporate governance, risk oversight, and […]

Eva Ngigi-Sarwari is a financial services executive with over two decades of experience shaping digital financial services and transaction banking across the region. At Equity Bank Limited, she leads payments and international banking initiatives that strengthen digital financial infrastructure and […]

Susan Situma serves as Director of Programmes, Gender & Impact at the Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF), where she leads initiatives supporting renewable energy, agribusiness, and SME development across African markets. With over a decade of experience advancing inclusive enterprise […]

Leah Wakarima is a Kenyan fintech executive and financial analyst serving as Chief Operating Officer at Hisa, a digital investment platform focused on expanding African participation in local and global capital markets. In her role, she oversees operations across product […]

Josephine Anan-Ankomah oversees Ecobank operations across 18 African countries as Managing Director of Ecobank Kenya and Regional Executive for Central, Eastern and Southern Africa. With nearly three decades of experience in commercial banking, treasury management, investment banking, and strategic leadership, […]

Victoria Sabula leads the Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund, the continent’s largest challenge fund, catalyzing private sector investment to support rural and marginalized communities. With over 15 years of experience across financial services and development finance, she directs catalytic capital toward […]

Nancy Gathungu is the Auditor-General of the Republic of Kenya, responsible for auditing all government institutions and reporting on the management and use of public funds. Since assuming office in 2020, she has played a critical role in strengthening fiscal […]

Caroline Mutoko transitioned from a 26-year broadcasting career into marketing strategy and brand advisory, shaping how premium brands and institutions connect with Africa’s most influential audiences. As former Group Marketing Manager and Head of Omni Channel Revenue at Radio Africa […]

Sylvia Mulinge is the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Uganda, leading one of East Africa’s largest telecommunications and digital solutions companies serving approximately 16 million subscribers. With over two decades of experience across telecommunications and fast-moving consumer goods, she has […]