{"id":28745,"date":"2024-04-24T15:27:08","date_gmt":"2024-04-24T15:27:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/?p=28745"},"modified":"2024-04-24T15:27:08","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T15:27:08","slug":"african-women-leaders-in-tech-shine-in-9to5chicks-top-100-career-women-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/2024\/04\/24\/african-women-leaders-in-tech-shine-in-9to5chicks-top-100-career-women-list\/","title":{"rendered":"African Women Leaders in Tech Shine in 9to5Chick&#8217;s Top 100 Career Women List"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>9to5Chick&#8217;s prestigious Top 100 Career Women list has spotlighted African women leaders who are making remarkable strides in their fields. The annual compilation, released by the premier career development platform, celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of professional women across various sectors, including entrepreneurship, governance, STEM, FMCG, and corporate roles, throughout the African continent.<\/p>\n<p>In a domain traditionally dominated by men, these women are breaking barriers and ascending to top leadership positions within organizations, serving as inspirations for others aspiring to follow in their footsteps. From robotics to fintech, their impact resonates across industries, shaping the landscape of technological advancement in Africa and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>Glory Edozien PhD, President of 9to5Chick, underscored the significance of amplifying the work of African career women, noting that despite institutional and social constraints, women across corporate Africa are making significant contributions deserving of recognition and reward.<\/p>\n<p>The 2024 list features women from five African regions spanning 18 countries, evaluated based on their role influence, leadership excellence, personal accomplishments, commitment to knowledge sharing, and dedication to fostering inclusion. West Africa leads with 60 representatives, followed by East Africa (18), Southern Africa (15), North Africa (6), and Central Africa (1).<\/p>\n<p>Among the distinguished women recognized in the technology space are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mirna Arif<\/strong>, General Manager at Microsoft Egypt, with over two decades of experience in multinational organizations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Under her leadership, Microsoft Egypt has made significant strides in digital adoption and business transformation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ogochukwu Onwuzurike<\/strong>, Country Manager at Truecaller Nigeria, lauded for her strategic acumen in scaling operations and building high-performing teams, contributing to the success and growth of the company.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Charity Wanjiku<\/strong>, Senior Project Manager at EA, Africa Data Centres Kenya, recognized by Forbes and the World Economic Forum for her leadership in sustainable infrastructure projects and her role in advancing women in tech.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aalaa Gamal<\/strong>, Regional Manager at Flutterwave Egypt, a fintech expert with extensive experience in international payment regulations and compliance, driving innovation in financial technology.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Folasade Femi Lawal<\/strong>, Country Manager at Mastercard Nigeria, spearheading initiatives to build a more inclusive digital economy in West Africa through digital banking and financial services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Napa Onwusah<\/strong>, Startups Segment Leader at Amazon Web Services Nigeria, leveraging her two decades of leadership experience to support at-risk teenagers and low-income families through the Jeremiah Foundation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Juliana Rotich<\/strong>, Head of Department at Safaricom Plc Kenya, a globally renowned technologist and strategic advisor, recognized for her contributions to data-driven development and innovation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olayemi Funmilayo Dickson<\/strong>, Assistant Chief Research Officer at the National Centre for Technology Management, instrumental in conducting policy research for technology-driven development, particularly in inclusive transportation and urban mobility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The selection process, overseen by an independent advisory panel comprising respected leaders, underscores the importance of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of African women in technology. Their inclusion in 9to5Chick&#8217;s Top 100 Career Women list serves as a testament to their talent, dedication, and impact, inspiring the next generation of female leaders across the continent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; 9to5Chick&#8217;s prestigious Top 100 Career Women list has spotlighted African women leaders who are making remarkable strides in their fields. The annual compilation, released by the premier career development platform, celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of professional women across various sectors, including entrepreneurship, governance, STEM, FMCG, and corporate roles, throughout the African continent. 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