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Ep12: The Peacemaker feat. H.E. Bineta Diop

Hailing from Senegal, H.E. Bineta Diop is the Special Envoy of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on Women, Peace, and Security. She has devoted her life to championing peace and advancing women’s rights across Africa. Her Excellency has played a pivotal role in shaping foundational treaties on women’s rights, led impactful peace-building initiatives, coordinated electoral observation teams, and facilitated critical women’s peace dialogues across the continent.

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Ep 11: Leading with Empathy feat Dr. Joannie Bewa

Dr. Joannie Bewa is a renowned medical doctor, public health scientist, and women’s rights activist, celebrated for her groundbreaking contributions to African women’s sexual and reproductive health. As the CEO and founder of Dotoh Health, the first health teleconsultation company in her home country of Benin, Dr. Bewa’s story showcases the power of empathetic, purposeful, and innovative leadership.

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Ep 10 Thoughtful & Pragmatic Leadership feat. Dr. Comfort Ero

Dr. Comfort Ero, President and CEO of the International Crisis Group, is a distinguished and highly respected political analyst and advisor. Her life’s work is dedicated to conflict prevention, mitigation, and resolution. Dr. Ero embodies a unique style of global leadership marked by seriousness, thoughtfulness, and unpretentiousness. Her endeavors are anchored in well-honed skills, strength of character, and a deep respect for people.

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EP 9 The Servant Leader feat. Dr. Ketakandriana Rafitoson

Dr. Ketakandriana Rafitoson is the Global Executive Director of Publish What You Pay and the Vice Chairperson of the Board of Transparency International. She previously served as the Executive Director of Transparency International - Initiative in Madagascar, the country she calls home, where her strong leadership foundation was established. Dr. Rafitoson’s approach is anchored in faith, humility, and courage, fueled by her passion for social justice and a commitment to constant learning.

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EP 8: Authentic Effervescent Leadership feat. Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg

Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg is an academic and innovator with a steadfast passion for empowering young women in Kenya and across the world. Currently serving as the Managing Director for Africa at the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, Dr. Kamau-Rutenberg is at the forefront of driving inclusive agricultural prosperity and fostering climate resilience across the continent. Her distinguished career spans leadership in gender-sensitive agricultural innovation, social inclusion, and food systems transformation. Dr. Kamau-Rutenberg exemplifies the transformative power of leadership rooted ...

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EP 7: Bold Leadership feat. Janah Ncube

Janah Ncube, the Global Deputy Executive Director of Crisis Action, is a courageous women’s rights crusader, governance specialist, and policy advisor. Her journey began in Zimbabwe, where her passion for justice and equality first took root. We explore her remarkable career, from her early days of advocacy to her influential role on the global stage.

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Ep 6: The Quintessential Change Agent feat. H.E. Zainab Bangura

H.E. Zainab Bangura is the current Director General of the United Nations Office in Nairobi at the level of Under-Secretary-General. Rising from a modest background in Sierra Leone, Zainab became a corporate leader, a powerful political activist, a staunch advocate for women’s rights, and a Cabinet Minister. She is also among the few African women to run for presidential office. Her journey—from overcoming hardship to becoming a key figure in international leadership—is truly remarkable.

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Ep 5: The Indomitable Public Servant feat. Sicily Kariuki

Sicily Kariuki is the CEO of Re-imagine Impact Associates & a former Cabinet Minister in Kenya. Her journey gives us an inside look at power dynamics, politics, and leadership within government institutions. Sicily’s story is one of resilience, strategy, and the lessons learned at the helm of decision-making in Kenya.

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Ep. 4: Leadership As A Vocation Feat. Meaza Ashenafi

Hon. Justice Meaza Ashenafi is the former Chief Justice of Ethiopia and a pioneer in the country’s women’s movement. As the founding Executive Director of the Ethiopia Women Lawyers Association and co-founder of ENAT, Ethiopia’s first women-focused bank, she has been a driving force for women’s rights and economic inclusion. Hon. Justice Meaza’s journey provides a compelling perspective on leadership as a vocation, fueled by purpose and a commitment to service. 

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EP.3: The “Accidental” President feat. H.E. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim

H.E. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim is one of Africa’s most respected biodiversity scientists and the first female president of Mauritius. Often referring to herself as an “accidental president,” Ameenah’s story is a fascinating mix of breaking barriers in both science and politics. Her unique experience offers powerful insights into what it takes to be a trailblazer.

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