About SWIS Africa
Shaping African Women in STEM (SWIS) Africa is a non-profit organization aimed at celebrating, promoting, and shaping African women in STEM through storytelling, innovative programs, and strategic partnerships. We provide a platform to highlight the achievements and contributions of African women in STEM, and we are dedicated to creating a more inclusive and diverse STEM community in Africa.
Our Mission
To celebrate, promote and shape African women in STEM through storytelling, innovative programs and strategic partnerships.
Our Vision
To become the lead organisation known for inspiring young African women in STEM to pursue and achieve their purpose.
Meet The Team
Samuel Ogunsola
Co-founder and Executive Director
Shaping African Women in STEM
Abosede Salami
Co-founder and Operations Director
Shaping African Women in STEM
Lily Peterside
Interview Coordinator
Shaping African Women in STEM
Oboma Kingson
Community Engagement Lead
Shaping African Women in STEM
Dr. Bolu Olatoye
Programs Coordinator
Shaping African Women in STEM
Advisory Board
Anna Olanrewaju, PhD
Territory Associate - Respiratory Glaxosmithkline
Founder and Executive Director Empowering Female Minds in STEM (EFeMS)
Adeola Adesoba
Global Director
Initiative For Development through Sport(fka SPYD)
Cybersecurity AI Solutions
Architect Nvidia
Habiba Atta, PhD
Associate Professor
Ahmadu Bello University
Fulbright Visiting Scholar
Rutgers University–New Brunswick, United Kingdom
We believe in the potential of every African woman. We believe all women can embrace who they are, can define their future, and can change the world. At SWIS Africa, we are committed to unlocking opportunities, breaking barriers, and inspiring the next generation of African women in STEM.