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Visionaries, creators, and changemakers who embody the spirit of Kintsugi — turning life's cracks into golden seams of wisdom.

Beauty In Imperfection

Shaunn Armah — Creative Lead, @shaunnarmah

Shaunn Armah

Creative Lead, @shaunnarmah

Shaunn Armah is a Ghana-based storyteller and content creator who uses video to make complex ideas clear and relatable. He has built a community of over 300,000 people across platforms and is passionate about helping African creators find their voice

Abanga Azumah Prosper — Co-Founder, Northern Renaissance

Abanga Azumah Prosper

Co-Founder, Northern Renaissance

Abanga Azumah Prosper is a graduate of UPSA and co-founder of the Northern Renaissance, an organization in Tamale dedicated to reshaping the minds of young people through renewed self-identity and relevant skill development.

Angelos Y. Pomevo — Dyslexia Advocate, The Africa Dyslexia Organization (ADO) | Founder, LangTech Academy

Angelos Y. Pomevo

Dyslexia Advocate, The Africa Dyslexia Organization (ADO) | Founder, LangTech Academy

Angelos Y. Pomevo is a polyglot professional speaker with over 8 years of FinTech experience across West Africa and founder of LangTech Academy. He is passionate about AI in education and advocates for dyslexic children across Africa.

Ayo Jones — Author, Keynote Speaker, and AI Strategist

Ayo Jones

Author, Keynote Speaker, and AI Strategist

Ayo Jones, M.Ed. is a Leadership and AI Strategist, keynote speaker, and co-founder of Belonging Labs and Expat Life Ghana. Her family's relocation from Houston to Accra was documented in a reality docuseries on HBO Max, Hulu, and TLC Africa.

Dr. Yaw Bediako — Chief Executive Officer, Yemaachi Biotech | Dean of Research & Innovation, Ashesi University

Dr. Yaw Bediako

Chief Executive Officer, Yemaachi Biotech | Dean of Research & Innovation, Ashesi University

Yaw Bediako is a Ghanaian immunologist and biotech entrepreneur who founded Yemaachi Biotech to increase African data representation in oncology drug discovery. He is a Gates Foundation Fellow, affiliate of the African Academy of Sciences, and a Bloomberg New Economy Catalyst for 2025.

Ibrahim Misto — Chief Digital Officer, MTN Ghana

Ibrahim Misto

Chief Digital Officer, MTN Ghana

Ibrahim Misto is a dynamic leader serving as Chief Digital Officer at MTN Ghana, with expertise across Telecommunications, Digital Transformation, and Fintech. He holds an Executive MBA from CEIBS and has completed programs at Harvard, George Washington University, and UC Berkeley.

Katya The Destroyer (Katia Osei) — Head of Environmental Justice, The Or Foundation

Katya The Destroyer (Katia Osei)

Head of Environmental Justice, The Or Foundation

Katia Osei, known as Katya the Destroyer, is a Ghanaian engineer, researcher, and storyteller who studied bioengineering at Harvard University. She works to democratize knowledge long reserved for the privileged few, bridging conventional academia and citizen science.

Kulo Seala — Founder & Volunteer at LiLAC (Lipuo Liberal Arts Collective), Writer & Performer

Kulo Seala

Founder & Volunteer at LiLAC (Lipuo Liberal Arts Collective), Writer & Performer

Kulo Seala is a Lesotho-based multidisciplinary creative, speaker, and performer who uses storytelling, music, and writing for social change. A playwright recognized by the BBC World Service, she has championed higher education reform and testified before parliament on student police brutality.

Mercy Wiredu — Student, University of Cape Coast | Advocate for Self-Worth & Personal Growth

Mercy Wiredu

Student, University of Cape Coast | Advocate for Self-Worth & Personal Growth

Mercy Wiredu is a student at the University of Cape Coast and an emerging speaker passionate about self-worth and personal growth. Drawing from her personal journey of overcoming insecurities and societal pressure, she uses storytelling to inspire others to embrace their uniqueness.

Mrs Mary Amoah Kuffour — Founder, Klicks Africa Foundation

Mrs Mary Amoah Kuffour

Founder, Klicks Africa Foundation

Mary Amoah is a certified teacher with over 20 years of experience and the founder of Klicks Africa Foundation, a support and vocational center for children and young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities, and a passionate advocate for inclusion in Ghana.

Naa Adzoa Adzeley Boi-Dsane — Medical Doctor, Writer, Independent Researcher and Advocate for the Deaf Community

Naa Adzoa Adzeley Boi-Dsane

Medical Doctor, Writer, Independent Researcher and Advocate for the Deaf Community

Naa Adzoa Adzeley Boi-Dsane is a medical doctor, writer, and passionate advocate for the Deaf community. She created the SignWithAdzeley YouTube channel and instituted the Abacus and Science Competition for Deaf students to inspire STEM interest.

Naomie Mwabilwa — Co-Founder, Umande Investment Limited

Naomie Mwabilwa

Co-Founder, Umande Investment Limited

Naomie Nvumbi Mwabilwa is a storyteller and cultural diplomacy advocate from Goma, Eastern DRC, known for using relatable storytelling to simplify complex ideas and connect people across cultures. She is a co-founder of Umande Investment Limited and a strong advocate for partnerships and community impact. Currently pursuing a Master’s in International Relations and Diplomacy, she aims to shape global narratives about Africa and the DRC.

Priscilla Kolibea Mante — Professor, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Priscilla Kolibea Mante

Professor, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Priscilla Kolibea Mante is a Professor of Pharmacology at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana, specializing in research on brain disorders like epilepsy and depression. She also contributes to global science and policy and mentors emerging African scientists.

Chef Abbys — Culinary Creator

Chef Abbys

Culinary Creator

Chef Abbys is a Ghanaian culinary creator and cultural storyteller known for using food to explore memory, identity, and heritage. With a community of over 4 million followers, her work goes beyond recipes to create deep emotional connections and celebrate African culture on a global stage. She was named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential Creators in 2025 and represented Africa at the Cannes Lions Festival, amplifying the voice of African cuisine worldwide.

Kobe Boujee — Digital Storyteller & Content Creator

Kobe Boujee

Digital Storyteller & Content Creator

Kobe Boujee is a Ghanaian digital storyteller and content creator known for redefining African narratives through engaging and thought-provoking content. With a strong presence across platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, he blends education and entertainment to inspire critical thinking. His work reflects a new generation of African creators using digital media to shape and influence global conversations.

ENIL ART (Israel Derrick Apeti) — Artist

ENIL ART (Israel Derrick Apeti)

Artist

Enil Art is the creative identity of Israel Derrick Apeti, a Ghanaian visual artist known for transforming everyday human stories into powerful visual experiences. His work has gained international recognition including features by BBC News and a speaking slot at Cannes Lions.

Paa Kwesi Folson — Award-winning public speaker& managing director, Revolved solutions Ltb

Paa Kwesi Folson

Award-winning public speaker& managing director, Revolved solutions Ltb

Paa Kwesi Folson is an award-winning public speaker, entrepreneur, and thought leadership strategist from Ghana, and the Managing Director of Revolead Solutions Ltd. Known as the “Certified Gem Provider,” he has delivered over 200 speaking engagements across industries, empowering individuals and organizations to lead with clarity, impact, and purpose. He is also a TEDx speaker and coach who works with executives and leaders to strengthen communication and influence.

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