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- Damilola Olokesusi, Fara Ashiru, Honey Ogundeyi, Jessica Anuna, Yanmo Omorogbe
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…a beacon of hope for the countless women who are following in their footsteps.
Nigeria’s business landscape is witnessing a remarkable surge in innovation, driven by a new generation of entrepreneurs who are shattering glass ceilings and redefining the status quo.
Among these trailblazers are a group of remarkable women who are not only building successful startups but also inspiring a new wave of female founders across the continent.
These remarkable women from Nigeria have raised over $2 million in funding for their ventures, showcasing their entrepreneurial prowess and dedication to their businesses.
Here are five such women who are making waves in the tech industry:
Jessica Anuna
One such pioneer is Jessica Anuna,the 29-year-old CEO of Klasha, a technology company that builds cross-border solutions to power commerce in Africa.
She founded Klasha to help African consumers and businesses access global goods and services without difficulty. Global merchants can now sell in Africa thanks to Klasha’s technology, and African consumers can pay for international goods and services online using African money and currencies.
With a background in journalism and experience working with Amazon, Net-A-Porter, and Shopify, Jessica has raised $4.5 million in funding for her startup, which is backed by Greycroft, Seedcamp, and Plug and Play.
Jessica was named one of Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 and a New Wealth Creator in 2019. Management Today also recognized her as one of their “35 under 35 Ones to Watch.”
Fara Ashiru.
Fara Ashiru, the founder and CEO of Okra, an open finance infrastructure that allows developers and businesses to create personalised digital products and services, is another highlight.
With a background in software development and experience working with Fortune 500 companies, Fara has raised $16.5 million in venture capital funding for her startup, which is focused on the Nigerian market.
Honey Ogundeyi
Honey Ogundeyi, the founder and CEO of Edukoya, is another shining example of African female entrepreneurship.
Her education technology company connects African learners to global educators through real-time online learning, aiming to democratize access to high-quality education.
Before founding Edukoya, Honey was the founding Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Kuda, Nigeria’s first digital bank, where she helped to revolutionize the financial sector. She also founded and led Fashpa.com, Nigeria’s pioneering fashion e-commerce platform.
With a background in marketing and experience working with McKinsey & Co, Ericsson, and Google, Honey has raised $3.5 million in pre-seed funding for her startup.
She has been listed as one of the Top 10 women emerging entrepreneurs to watch in Africa and one of the top 10 innovators in Africa by Forbes and the World Economic Forum.
Damilola Olokesusi
Damilola Olokesusi, Shuttlers’ co-founder and CEO, is a Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient who has created a technology-driven transportation startup that is changing the way professionals commute in Lagos.
With a background in chemical engineering and experience working with the UK government, Damilola has raised $5.6 million in equity funding for her startup, which plans to expand to more African cities. She was recently selected as one of the Most Influential Women in Mobility 2022 by Vulog
Yanmo Omorogbe
Yanmo Omorogbe, the co-founder and COO of Bamboo , is another remarkable entrepreneur who is democratizing global investment opportunities for Nigerians.
She is dedicated to democratizing global investment opportunities for Nigerians, enabling them to buy, sell, or hold assets traded on the US stock exchange from their mobile phones or computers
With a background in finance and experience working with investment banks, Yanmo has raised $19.4 million in venture capital funding for her startup, which enables users to buy, sell, or hold assets traded on the US stock exchange.
These five women are not only building successful startups but also inspiring a new generation of female founders across Africa. Their stories are a testament to the power of innovation, perseverance, and determination.
As the African tech ecosystem continues to grow and evolve, it is crucial that we recognize and support the contributions of women like Jessica, Fara, Honey, Damilola, and Yanmo.
Their success is not only a reflection of their own hard work and dedication but also a beacon of hope for the countless women who are following in their footsteps.
As we look to the future, it is clear that the rise of African female tech founders is not just a trend but a movement that will continue to shape the continent’s tech landscape for years to come.
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