Amina J. Yusuf

Pioneered accessible education in rural Africa through tech innovation

Amina J. Yusuf is a Nigerian tech entrepreneur whose EducatAfrica platform has revolutionized education access across West Africa since 2021. Born in a remote village with limited school infrastructure, she recognized early how digital tools could bridge the educational divide. Her company's solar-powered tablet distribution program now serves over 500,000 students in 12 countries, integrating local languages and culturally relevant content.

Key partnerships with UNESCO and the African Union Education Commission have enabled curriculum development aligned with national standards. Amina's 2023 initiative GirlsCodeAfrica specifically targets STEM education for young women, establishing 87 coding bootcamps in conflict zones like northern Nigeria. Her TED Talk 'Rethinking Rural Education' (2024) has garnered 15M views globally.

Innovative features include offline functionality, biometric attendance tracking, and teacher training modules delivered via SMS. Amina's work was featured in The Guardian's 2022 '100 Women Changing the World' series and inspired similar programs in Kenya and Senegal.