is the visionary behind INONGE ZITA - a sustainable gemstone company brand based in Copenhagen. Born in Lusaka and raised in Ndola, Zambia, a mining town near the emerald mines of Lufwanyama, Patricia is a leader in promoting local value addition to raw materials at their source. Her innovative framework, "Design Thinking for Extractive Communities," engages extractive communities in Africa to add value to their natural resources, creating economically viable value chains that lead to sustainable job creation for the youth and women who are disproportionately affected by unemployment. [Read More]

Liseli Akayombokwa, also known as Lady Light, is a 38-year-old music NFT artist, DJ, curator, and designer from Lusaka, Zambia. She completed her grade 12 at Fatima Girls High School in 2002 in Ndola. She later completed a law degree in 2016 at Zambia Open University but chose to transition into the creative field to follow her passions. She worked as the Project and Communications Coordinator at Modzi Arts and is now the Resident Dj at Ciela Resort & Spa in Lusaka. As a designer, she specializes in handmade accessories, employing materials like copper wire, semi-precious stones, and beads to create intricate pieces. [Read More]

Jullien Chende Malemuna is a 38-year-old resident of Ndola, where she lives with her husband, five sons, and mother. She completed her secondary education at Solwezi Technical High School in 2002. She then furthered her studies with a Diploma and Certificate in Journalism at Evelyn Hone College, graduating in 2008. Highly motivated, Jullien is keen on expanding her knowledge and skills in the digital communications field. She believes in the power of effective communication to bring about meaningful change. Outside of her expertise, she has a deep-rooted passion for travel, always eager to explore new destinations and cultures. [Read More]