EduCatalyst Africa
Educatalyst Africa podcast explores the triumphs, challenges, and solutions within the educational landscape of Africa. We aim to spotlight transformative solutions that can stimulate Africa’s development through top-notch equitable and inclusive education. We will have deep conversations with some of the most brilliant minds in and outside of Africa. Hosted by Nneka Otokwala, a Nigerian lawyer and development enthusiast with a passion for building sustainable and equitable education systems in Africa. Nneka has over 15 years of legal experience and is currently with the World Bank Group.*
*Opinions expressed by Nneka in this podcast are solely hers and do not reflect the opinions and beliefs of the World Bank Group.
EduCatalyst Africa
S3E6 Scaling Impact: The 10 million African Girls Campaign
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In this episode, Nneka Otokwala speaks with Simi Nwogugu, CEO of JA Africa and founder of the 10 Million African Girls (10MAG) Campaign. Simi shares the inspiration behind this ambitious initiative, her journey advocating for girls' education and economic empowerment, and her vision for equipping millions of African girls with the skills, opportunities, and support they need to thrive. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, leadership, scaling impact across the continent, and why investing in girls remains one of Africa's most important development priorities.