We celebrate African billionaires, but is wealth at the top the right metric to inspire us all? While that is inspiring, are we aware of the barriers that might hinder our own investments in Africa and how to overcome them? Addressing these concerns can help us move from inspiration to action. ​Yes, representation matters. But wouldn’t it be more transformative for people of African ancestry to focus on  structural leverage and wealth that they can easily achieve by diversifying rather than...

Across the African continent, a quiet movement is underway in many classrooms. Albeit not evenly across the continent for apparent reasons, it is happening. This movement is fueled by artificial intelligence, personalized learning, and visionary leadership. We are witnessing a new kind of transformation, one that is empowering students and young entrepreneurs not just to consume knowledge but to imagine, create, and lead in the age of AI, technology, and innovation. The continent’s youth...

This is a Metaphor to Inspire Federal Workers Who Have Been Furloughed. Channeling Fears (Like Fear of Swimming) into a Steppingstone Toward Endless Possibilities. At the Edge of Fear The sound of water can stir two very different emotions: joy in the swimmer, and terror in the fearful. This morning, I watched a coach guide an adult who trembled at the pool’s edge. Every gentle instruction met the same reaction: hesitation, panic, retreat. As I watched, one thought gripped me: How do we...