Flora Mutahi, the former chairperson of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), has been appointed to the board of Ecobank Kenya. She is noted for her historic role as the first woman to chair the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, where she advocated for private sector growth and industrial development.

Kelsey Pfendler, a Grand Canyon river rafting guide, has completed a record-breaking solo journey from California to Hawaii, becoming the first American woman to achieve this feat. She arrived in Honolulu on Friday night after nearly a month and a half at sea in her 21-foot rowboat, Lily. Pfendler launched from Monterey, California, in May and aimed to set records as the youngest and fastest woman to make the over 2,400-mile journey solo, according to local media.

Shell Plc has appointed Elohor Aiboni as Executive Vice President and Country Chair for Nigeria, effective 1 August 2026. She will succeed Marno de Jong, marking her as the first Nigerian and the first woman to hold this combined position in the company's 60-year history.

WACT-APM Terminals Nigeria has appointed Courage Obadagbonyi as its new managing director, effective July 1, succeeding Jeethu Jose. This decision highlights the company's commitment to fostering leadership from its global talent pool while aiming for sustained growth and operational excellence. Obadagbonyi brings over two decades of international experience to the role.

A guide at a game lodge has been awarded the title of Safari Guide of the Year, making her the second woman to achieve this honor. This recognition highlights her skills and contributions to the field of safari guiding.

Pauline Namwakira, a 23-year-old AWS Authorised Instructor and cloud educator, has been recognized as Kenya’s second recipient of the AWS Golden Jacket. This accolade highlights her contributions to technology education and mentorship in the region.