Raceafrica

18/09/2026

10/09/2026

🇳🇬 Awonge Precious Adaeze Emerges as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Abuja

We are pleased to announce Awonge Precious Adaeze as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Abuja, Nigeria.

As RACE Africa continues to strengthen its presence across Nigeria, we are building with young people who bring not only professional expertise, but also a genuine commitment to creating opportunities and driving positive change within their communities.

Precious represents that kind of leadership.

She is a Nigerian Geologist, environmental sustainability advocate, writer and youth development leader, passionate about using science, innovation and youth participation to address some of the environmental and sustainable development challenges facing Africa.

She holds a degree in Geology from Nnamdi Azikiwe University and has developed professional experience across engineering geology, geotechnical investigations, construction and environmental sustainability.

Her journey reflects an intersection we deeply value at RACE Africa — the ability to combine knowledge, innovation and people-centred leadership to contribute to Africa's development.

Now, as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Abuja, Precious will work alongside the RACE Africa team to coordinate programs, engage young people, build partnerships and create spaces where people can connect, learn, collaborate and turn ideas into action.

Abuja is an important part of the RACE Africa ecosystem, and we are excited to have Precious contributing her perspective, expertise and passion to the work we are building there.

We look forward to seeing the programs she will help bring to life, the young people she will connect with, and the impact that will come from her leadership.

Congratulations, Precious! 🎉

Welcome onboard.

Let's build. 🇳🇬🌍

09/09/2026

🇳🇬 Samuel Okoro Emerges as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Abia

We are pleased to announce Samuel Okoro as the Program Manager for RACE Africa, Abia, Nigeria.

This appointment represents another important step in our efforts to strengthen the RACE Africa community across Nigeria and create stronger local structures through which young people can discover potential, develop their capabilities and turn ideas into action.

Samuel brings to this role a strong combination of people development, marketing, business and program experience.

He is a Social Media Manager and Strategist with a passion for business, marketing and coaching. He currently works in business operations and development for an e-commerce company, where he oversees organizational activities and contributes to strategic growth.

But perhaps one of the strongest parts of Samuel's journey has been his commitment to helping other people grow.

For the past five years, he has worked as a public speaking coach, helping people, particularly young people, develop genuine confidence and find their voice. Over the past six years, he has also trained more than 700 individuals in personal development and affiliate marketing.

His journey with RACE Africa has been equally impactful.

Since May 2025, Samuel has served as the Internship Coordinator for RACE Internships for Beginners Program supporting interns across Social Media Management, Virtual Assistance, Content Creation and Content Strategy. Through this role, he has already played a part in guiding young people through their learning and development journeys.

Beyond his professional work, Samuel has also demonstrated his ability to build and communicate with communities through his personal brand, growing his LinkedIn following from zero to 5,000 in just one year.

At the core of Samuel's work is a simple belief: confidence and clear strategy unlock growth — for people and for businesses.

Now, he takes on a new responsibility as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Abia, where he will work with our teams to plan and coordinate programs, engage young people, build partnerships and strengthen the RACE Africa community in the state.

We are excit

08/09/2026

🇳🇬 Favour Chigozirim Ibekwe Emerges as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Lagos

We are pleased to announce Favour Chigozirim Ibekwe as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Lagos, Nigeria.

There is something particularly exciting about watching people who once joined RACE Africa as participants grow into people who are now taking responsibility for building the ecosystem.

Favour's journey with RACE Africa began in 2025 through the RACE Internship for Beginners program. What started as an opportunity to learn and develop new skills has now grown into a new chapter of leadership, as she takes on the responsibility of helping coordinate and grow RACE Africa's programs and community in Lagos.

Favour is a Registered Nurse, Virtual Assistant, writer and content creator, with a strong interest in healthcare, digital innovation, personal development and professional growth.

Beyond her work in healthcare, she has developed experience across virtual assistance, social media, content creation and event coordination. Her interests also extend to personal branding, entrepreneurship and healthcare innovation — areas that reflect her curiosity and commitment to continuous growth.

What stands out about Favour is her willingness to keep learning, develop herself and use what she learns to create meaningful impact.

Now, she steps into a new responsibility as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Lagos, working alongside our teams to plan and coordinate programs, engage young people, build partnerships and strengthen the RACE Africa community in one of Africa's most dynamic cities.

We are excited about this next chapter of her journey and about the energy, ideas and opportunities she will bring to the RACE Africa community in Lagos.

Congratulations, Favour! 🎉

From participant to Program Manager — the journey continues.

Welcome onboard. 🇳🇬🌍

Let's build.

04/09/2026

🇳🇬 Introducing Abednego Yakubu — Program Manager, RACE Africa, Bauchi, Nigeria

Abednego Yakubu emerges as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Bauchi, Nigeria.

This is another remarkable milestone in the growth of RACE Africa.

While we have had young people from Bauchi participate in our programs, including the RACE Internship for Beginners and the Innovation for Future Africa Summit (IFFA), we are excited to take a more intentional step toward building a stronger community and presence in the city.

Abednego’s appointment strengthens our commitment to developing the talents and founders building the future of Africa from Northern Nigeria and creating more opportunities for young people to connect, learn, build and take action.

His journey with RACE Africa began in 2025, as part of the first cohort of the RACE Marketing & Leadership Career Accelerator (MLCA). He didn't just participate — he served as the President of his cohort and graduated as one of its most outstanding participants.

Following the program, Abednego went on to serve with the Africa Caribbean Sustainability and Investment Initiative, where he contributed as the Membership Manager. Since then, he has continued to build an impressive professional journey across engineering, data analytics, marketing, leadership and entrepreneurship.

A Mechatronics Engineering graduate from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Abednego has gained professional experience with organizations including Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company, Nerve Capital and 360 Maaas Hub, alongside his experience with RACE Africa and various entrepreneurship initiatives.

His interests sit at the intersection of technology, business and entrepreneurship, particularly manufacturing. He is passionate about bridging engineering and business to build scalable industries, create opportunities and contribute to Africa's economic development.

Now, he takes on a new responsibility — building the RACE Africa community in Bauchi and helping us discover, develop and empower more young people and founders across Northern Nigeria.

We are excited about what this next chapter will bring and the impact Abednego will

03/09/2026

Introducing Airuoyuwa Blessing Program Manager, RACE Africa, Benin

Blessing emerges as the Program Manager, RACE Africa — Benin, another step in building stronger local communities across Africa.

She holds a B.Sc. in Banking & Finance from the University of Benin and has also trained as a skilled administrator and operator.

Blessing's journey through RACE Africa started in 2025, through the RACE Internship Program, July to October Cohort. What started as an opportunity to learn and develop new skills has now evolved into an opportunity to take on leadership and create those same opportunities for others.

She's particularly passionate about mentorship and training that helps young people discover their potential, stand out, and create meaningful impact.

In her new role, she'll work with our teams to coordinate programs, engage young people, build local partnerships, and contribute to the growth of the RACE Africa community in Benin.

Congratulations, Bibi! Welcome onboard.🇳🇬🌍

02/09/2026

🇪🇹 Introducing Sebrina Elias — Program Manager, RACE Africa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Sebrina Elias emerges as Program Manager, RACE Africa — Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

This is a particularly remarkable appointment for us at RACE Africa.

While our programs have reached young people in Ethiopia, we have never truly established a RACE Africa community or begun structured operations in the country. Sebrina’s emergence as our Program Manager marks an important milestone as we take that next step.

Her journey with RACE Africa began through the RACE Marketing & Leadership Career Accelerator (MLCA), where she emerged as one of the leading international participants in her cohort. Her passion for youth leadership, talent development and community engagement stood out, and it has been exciting to watch her journey evolve from participant to now becoming part of the team driving RACE Africa’s growth.

Sebrina is an Architecture student with experience across program and community engagement, social media management, event support, research, administration and youth-focused initiatives. She has supported events and conferences, worked with people from diverse backgrounds, and developed a strong interest in climate action, sustainability, youth empowerment and community development.

She brings with her a growing set of skills in leadership, marketing, AI productivity, virtual assistance, communication, project coordination, content creation and research, alongside a genuine desire to create spaces where young people can connect, exchange ideas, learn from one another and turn ideas into action.

Now, she begins a new chapter with us — helping to build the RACE Africa community in Addis Ababa and create opportunities for young people in Ethiopia to connect with the wider RACE Africa ecosystem.

We can't wait to see all that she will accomplish and the community she will build.

Congratulations, Sebrina! 🎉

Welcome onboard. 🇪🇹🌍
The journey begins.

01/09/2026

What does it really mean to be disruptive?

At the RACE Hangout Abuja, we unpacked what disruption looks like beyond the buzzword.

For founders, it’s about challenging the norm and finding new ways to scale impact. For employees, it’s about ownership, initiative, and leaving things better than you found them.

Then we put the conversations aside for a bit—played games, connected, laughed, and enjoyed the room.

Good people. Honest conversations. New connections. A little disruption.

That was the RACE Hangout Abuja. 🫶🏾

31/08/2026

We’re excited to officially kick off Cohort 3 of the RACE Africa Marketing & Leadership Career Accelerator (MLCA).

This cohort brings together participants from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Tanzania, Somalia, Burkina Faso, India, and Malaysia.

Who are interested in building solutions, solving real problems, and creating impact that goes beyond their immediate communities.
They are joining us to learn how to research problems, identify opportunities, develop and build solutions, take them to market, and scale their impact locally and globally.

We received applications from across these countries, and we’re proud to welcome those who made it through our screening process.

The next chapter starts now.

Welcome to MLCA Cohort 3. 🚀

CareerDevelopment

28/02/2026

Thrive20s Camp 2026 is a 3-day immersive, transformative and strategic camping experience in Abuja — hosted by RACE Africa.
It’s designed for young people in their 20s who want to be intentional about their next phase.

Over three days, we focus on:

• Career clarity & global opportunities
• Financial literacy & investing foundations
• Passive income & business strategy
• Personal growth & meaningful relationships

Alongside structured sessions, you’ll experience games, reflection circles, mentor conversations, and powerful community.

You won’t just leave inspired — you’ll leave with a clear personal playbook and defined next steps.

If you’re ready to build your 20s with structure, strategy, and the right environment, this is for you.

Register now via the link in bio. ( bit.ly/Thrive20sCamp )
Abuja | April 2026