Simi Nwogugu, the CEO of JA Africa, has been recognized as one of the Top 10 finalists for the prestigious Africa Education Medal 2023. This esteemed accolade, founded by T4 Education and HP in collaboration with Microsoft, celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to transforming education across the African continent. The Africa Education Medal […]
Simi Nwogugu, the CEO of JA Africa, has been recognized as one of the Top 10 finalists for the prestigious Africa Education Medal 2023. This esteemed accolade, founded by T4 Education and HP in collaboration with Microsoft, celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to transforming education across the African continent. The Africa Education Medal…Simi Nwogugu, the CEO of JA Africa, has been recognized as one of the Top 10 finalists for the prestigious.
Nwogugu’s work is of utmost importance, considering that 60% of the sub-Saharan African population and approximately 37% of its workforce are under the age of 25. By 2025, Africa is projected to be home to 25% of the global youth population. JA Africa empowers young people through hands-on, blended learning programs in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship.
Before assuming her role as CEO of JA Africa in 2020, Nwogugu led JA Nigeria, impacting over 1 million Nigerians in 5,000 schools. Notable JA alumni, such as Iyin Aboyeji, the founder of Andela and Flutterwave, have gone on to become job creators and social entrepreneurs. Vikas Pota, Founder and CEO of T4 Education, expressed his congratulations to Nwogugu for her achievements in empowering Africa’s youth. Pota highlighted the pivotal role played by teachers, school leaders, and leaders from various sectors in unlocking Africa’s educational potential. He commended Nwogugu’s success as an inspiration for other change-makers to step forward and make a difference.
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