The Forbes 30 Under 30 Africa Class of 2024 is a vibrant group of visionaries who are influencing the continent’s future and making an everlasting impact on the global arena. From technology to social impact, these young leaders are driving innovation, promoting inclusive growth, and reshaping Africa’s story. The 2024 FORBES AFRICA’S 30 under 30 list is the 10th one since its inception.
Standing as the 10th anniversary of FORBES AFRICA’S 30 under 30 list, this year’s list like previous years, represents the most impactful young people on the continent.
The list this year was themed “Passion, Purpose And A Decade Of The 30 Under 30 List.”
Given Africa’s image as a youthful continent, the FORBES AFRICA’S 30 under 30 list, perfectly represents current socio-economic climate of the continent.
The people mentioned on the list paints a perfect picture of the reality and trajectory of the continent.
According to a United Nations assessment, as seen in the Forbes article, 70% of Sub-Saharan Africa’s population is under the age of 30, and more than a third of the world’s youth will reside in Africa by 2050. Experts also believe that the future of Africa’s wealth is young and female, with the greatest potential for investment opportunities.
With that said, here are the 30 African in the FORBES AFRICA’S 30 under 30 list for 2024.
| Name | Country | Age | Profession | Industry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Mativo | Kenya | 29 | CEO and Co-founder, E-LAB, Nanasi and Duck | Multiple ventures |
| Ann-Kathrin Joos | South Africa | 28 | CEO and Founder, Standard Beauty | Beauty |
| Vimbai Masiyiwa | Zimbabwe | 29 | CEO, Batoka Hospitality | Tourism |
| Andrew Ddembe | Uganda | 28 | Co-founder and CEO, MobiKlinic | Healthtech |
| Chad Jones | South Africa | 28 | Social Media Content Creator and Brand Influencer | Social media |
| Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahan (Fireboy DML) | Nigeria | 28 | Singer-songwriter | Entertainment |
| Tyla Laura Seethal | South Africa | 22 | Singer-Songwriter | Entertainment |
| Ayushi Chandaria | Kenya | 26 | Founder, Design Thinking Program (Kenya) | Education |
| Ama Qamata | South Africa | 25 | Actress, Producer | Entertainment |
| Daniel Novitzkas | South Africa | 28 | Co-founder and Chairman of the Board, Specno | Software Development and Technology Solutions |
| Prisca Wegesa Magori | Tanzania | 29 | CEO and Co-founder, TenTen Explore and Smart EFD | Software Development |
| Luke Mostert | South Africa | 27 | Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, CatalyzU | Venture Capital |
| Arooj Sheikh | Kenya | 28 | Founder and CEO, Beyond Kenyan Bars | Social development |
| Kenneth M. Njeru | Kenya | 25 | Director and Founder, Africa Afya Healthcare | Health Investment Services |
| Cayley Jorgensen | South Africa | 29 | CEO and Founder, Ingage Support; Registered Counselor | Mental health |
| Hildah Magaia | South Africa | 29 | Forward for Mazatlán F.C Femenil and Banyana Banyana | Sport – Football |
| Victor Osimhen | Nigeria | 25 | Footballer and Striker for Super Eagles | Sport – Football |
| Tobi Amusan | Nigeria | 26 | Track and Field Athlete | Sport – Athletics |
| Damian Willemse | South Africa | 25 | Stormers and Springboks rugby player | Sport – Rugby |
| Ricardo Lognath | South Africa | 29 | Co-Founder and CEO, Omninela Medical | Healthcare/E-commerce |
| Nicolas Lognath | South Africa | 27 | Co-Founder and Director, Omninela Medical | Healthcare/E-commerce |
| Ruth Erikan James | Nigeria | 29 | Founder, Veekee James | Fashion |
| Shaun Maswanganyi | South Africa | 23 | Track and Field Athlete | Sport – Athletics |
| Jeremiah Thoronka | Sierra Leone | 24 | Founder and CEO, Optim Energy | Climate Change and Sustainability (Social Impact) |
| Calvin Usiri | Tanzania | 28 | Co-founder and CTO, Ramani | Geographic Information Systems (GIS) |
| Peace Wutawunashe | Zimbabwe | 27 | Founder, Trigershot Engineering | Solar/Renewable Energy |
| Esethu Cenga | South Africa | 29 | Co-founder and CEO, Rewoven | Fashion |
| Josiah Akinloye | Nigeria | 29 | Founder and CEO, Mainlogix Technology | Automation and Technology |
| Abioye Oyetunji | Ghana | 29 | Founder and CEO, FXKudi | Fintech |
| Nadine Roos | South Africa | 27 | South African Rugby Union (Springboks) and Sevens player | Sport – Rugby |
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