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City Scope Africa, Ikoyi (2025)

29/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, DR. SAHADAT HOSSAIN - BOARD ADVISOR, CITY SCOPE AFRICA!

We are honoured and excited to welcome Dr. Sahadat Hossain to the Advisory Board of City Scope Africa!

Dr. Hossain is a globally respected Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at the University of Texas at Arlington, with over 25 years of impactful experience across countries including the USA, Bangladesh, Ghana, Ethiopia, Malaysia, and more. His expertise in sustainable waste management, circular economy, landfill gas-to-energy innovations, and geotechnical engineering has not only advanced the field globally but also inspired a generation of professionals and researchers.

As the Founding Director of the Solid Waste Institute for Sustainability (SWIS) and a TED Talk speaker on “Garbage: Asset or Liability,” Dr. Hossain brings to our board a wealth of knowledge, groundbreaking research, and a deep commitment to solving the waste crisis, especially in developing nations. His latest book, The Waste Crisis – Roadmap for Sustainable Waste Management in Developing Countries (Wiley, 2022), is a testament to his forward-thinking leadership.

We are truly inspired by his vision, scholarly excellence, and global contributions, and we are confident that his presence on our Advisory Board will strengthen our mission of championing sustainable development and innovation across Africa.

Welcome on board, Dr. Hossain! We look forward to this journey of impact together.

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25/07/2025

The FlipFlopi Project is a circular economy initiative working to end plastic pollution through education, innovation, and advocacy. Best known for building the world’s first sailing dhow made entirely from recycled plastic, Flipflopi promotes solutions for plastic recovery, recycling, and sustainable livelihoods in coastal and island communities.

Our latest issue featured review of The SMEP Programme toolkits, designed to help small organizations think through, plan for and overcome the toughest challenges in community-based plastic recycling.

Download FREE e-copy and read more here: https://www.cityscopeafrica.com/city-scope-africa-magazine-leon-jaeger/

Special Credit to: Zoë Lenkiewicz (Founder/Director, Global Waste Lab.), on the Flipflopi Project.

24/07/2025

At City Scope Africa, we are inspired by Leon Jaeger's remarkable contributions to waste management and the circular economy in Africa. Our conversation with him serves as a powerful reminder that meaningful green innovation and sustainable businesses thrive in Africa, when supported by strong infrastructure, sustainable funding and regulations, institutional capacity, transitional support, strategic planning, and active public engagement.

Within AGYLE - African-German Young Leaders in Business, he serves as Co-Lead of the working group on Green Innovation and Sustainable Business. In this role, he shapes the agenda and thematic focus of discussions, and work to connect the dots between circular economy principles, green entrepreneurship and other sustainability topics that interest his fellow members. Note-worthy that he explores how businesses across Africa and Germany can embed sustainability into their models - not just as a compliance issue, but as a strategic foundation for resilience and growth.

Leon believes that Africa has a unique opportunity to overcome outdated industrial paradigms and position itself as a champion for sustainability and green innovation. With its youthful population, abundant natural resources, and rich tradition of community-based solutions, the continent can pioneer business models that are regenerative rather than extractive - models that work in harmony with people and planet.

Solid Waste Management is complex. In your view, what is the major obstacle African businesses face in transitioning to a circular economy, where waste is repurposed as a valuable resource, driving job creation and sustainable growth?

You've previously stated that Kigali, Rwanda offers valuable lessons for the world. What aspects of the city’s approach to sustainability do you find most remarkable?

As an African-German international consultant specializing in Waste Management and Circular Economy, what are some of the key opportunities that can arise through innovation, collaboration, and partnerships between Africa and Germany?

What strategies can help accelerate the adoption of circular economy principles in Africa and foster a more sustainable future for the continent?

FIND OUT answers to this and many more here: https://www.cityscopeafrica.com/city-scope-africa-magazine-leon-jaeger/

All Photos Credit: Frederieke Kloppmann , exclusively for City Scope Africa Magazine

21/07/2025

THE 64-PAGE CITY SCOPE AFRICA MAGAZINE presents multi-layered issues that capture the spirit of transformation, sweeping across the continent.

Our compelling cover feature and data-rich stories in this particular issue offers readers a wide-ranging and deeply African perspective.

At the forefront is our Cover Personality, Leon Jaeger, an African-German thought leader in green innovation, whose insights unravel the power of circular systems, the pitfalls of linear economies, and the critical role of local-global collaboration. Through his work and leadership in waste reform initiatives across Ghana and Rwanda, Leon advocates for sustainable and inclusive system-wide change.

Also featured is Amidu Mohammed, whose startup, PlastiBuild Creative Solutions Limited, is redefining sustainable fashion in Nigeria. With the nation’s first Upcycling Hub & Makerspace, he is turning waste into stylish art, while creating jobs and igniting youth creativity.

From the coastal town of Lamu, Kenya, the The FlipFlopi Project showcases innovation in motion, building traditional boats and Swahili throne from 100 % recycled plastic waste and empowering remote communities through practical recycling toolkits and advocacy.

Then there’s Eswatini, a small kingdom bursting with natural charm and sustainable adventure. It's time to tell the truth, folks, Eswatini is something else. We highlight 6 surprisingly incredible and budget-friendly bucketlist adventures.

Our journey continues through Accra, Ghana, where the emerging Urban Bioeconomy, captured through the doctoral research of Zipporah Asiedu, offers a blueprint for urban regeneration, turning organic waste into economic value.

This issue also spotlights Aliyu Mohammed Ali-led Ehfaaz’s education-driven circular economy programs, building skills that will be in demand & solutions for youth and corporate professionals.

Our editorial pages go further, challenging the status quo. In “Sustainability or Showbiz?” & “Too Much Talk, Too Little Action,” Genevieve Aningo of CEIP | Circular Economy Innovation Partnership & Dr. Bakare Oluwafemi of the Lagos Recyclers Association (LAGRA) respectively, confront lip service environmental activism, dissect greenwashing, call for behavioral change, and measurable positive impact.

We also feature Kobby Kyei, the Ghanaian blogger using digital media as a force for good. His work amplifies underrepresented voices and redefines what responsible storytelling looks like in Africa’s digital age.

Finally, Dr. Dr. Faith Nwaobia’s powerful contribution on Youthconomics, makes the case for youth empowerment as an economic and policy imperative, a philosophy for inclusive, long-term transformation across Africa.

This is just the beginning and there's so much more waiting for you inside this issue. As we turn every page, may we move from conversation to commitment, and from aspiration to action.

Download e-copy: https://www.cityscopeafrica.com/city-scope-africa-magazine-leon-jaeger/

21/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, VIMBAI KAPURURA - BOARD ADVISOR, CITY SCOPE AFRICA!

We are incredibly honoured to welcome Vimbai Kapurura to the City Scope Africa Advisory Board!

Vimbai Kapurura is a multi-award-winning development leader, gender and climate justice advocate, and policy influencer with over a decade of hands-on experience designing and delivering transformative programs across Southern Africa.

She is the Founding Director of Women Unlimited Eswatini, a civil society organization pioneering a Triple Nexus Approach—bridging humanitarian action, climate change, and peacebuilding to empower vulnerable groups, especially women, youth, and marginalized communities.
Her leadership has positioned Women Unlimited at the forefront of climate advocacy and circular economy innovations in Eswatini. Through landmark initiatives like the Waste Indaba, she convenes policymakers, development partners, and private sector leaders to shape national policy on waste management, EPR, and plastic alternatives.

From climate-smart livelihoods to sustainable waste entrepreneurship, Vimbai's work champions inclusive sustainability and aligns strongly with City Scope Africa’s mission to spotlight changemakers and promote resilient, waste-conscious communities.

She also serves as National Coordinator for ITC-SheTrades Eswatini, supporting women entrepreneurs in climate-sensitive sectors like agribusiness, textiles, and leather.

We are excited to have her voice, insight, and leadership on board!

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21/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, JONATHAN A. IFECHUWKU - BOARD ADVISOR, CITY SCOPE AFRICA!

We are incredibly honoured to welcome Jonathan Ifechuwku to the City Scope Africa Advisory Board!

A visionary business leader and transformation strategist, Jonathan brings over two decades of experience leading enterprise change across private and public sectors. He began his career with global consultancy Accenture, where he received advanced leadership training and led major technology and operational transformation programs across diverse markets.

Jonathan has advised federal and state governments on digital modernization and performance improvement and has served as a strategic advisor to startups across West and Southern Africa. He continues to support high-growth ventures in the United States, helping them scale through innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable business models.

A passionate environmentalist and advocate for circular economies, Jonathan champions the integration of technology, sustainability, and community-driven solutions. His work reflects a deep commitment to responsible waste management, eco-friendly farming, and scalable green innovation.

Jonathan’s appointment strengthens our board’s strategic capacity as we continue building a future where environmental impact and business performance go hand in hand.

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19/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, ZOË LENKIEWICZ - BOARD ADVISOR, CITY SCOPE AFRICA

We are incredibly honoured to welcome Zoë Lenkiewicz to the City Scope Africa Advisory Board, as an Advisor.

Zoë is a globally respected Waste Management Specialist and the visionary Founder of Global Waste Lab, with over 15 years of experience developing inclusive, low-cost waste systems across the Global South.

From serving as Lead Author of UNEP’s Global Waste Management Outlook to co-creating the Flipflopi Toolkit for grassroots circularity in East Africa, Zoë has consistently championed people-centric, locally grounded approaches that prioritise community ownership, equity, and sustainability.

Her advisory roles with UN agencies, NGOs, and governments, as well as her practical work in both rural and urban communities in Africa and Asia, reflect her deep commitment to building waste systems that work for both people and the planet—especially in resource-constrained settings where open dumping and burning are still common.

Zoë’s leadership and insight will be invaluable as we continue to advance impactful solutions across Africa.

We are excited to learn from your expertise and collaborate for greater environmental sustainability and inclusion.

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18/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, OLUGBENGA ADEBOLA – GRAND PATRON, CITY SCOPE AFRICA.

We are deeply honored to welcome Olugbega Adebola as the Grand Patron of City Scope Africa.

A trailblazer and leader in Waste Management, Circular Economy, and Environmental Sustainability. With over 30 years of experience, he has been at the forefront of transforming Nigeria’s and Africa's waste sector, driving innovative and technological solutions that promote recycling and sustainability.

As the CEO of Richbol Environmental Services & Richbol Recycling Initiatives, Mr. Adebola has led groundbreaking projects in waste collection, landfill management, and plastic recycling, advancing a closed-loop system that aligns with global best practices.

He is also the National President of Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria (AWAMN) and an Advisory Board member of IFAT Africa.

His expertise has earned him international recognition, working with United Nations, World Bank, Federal Government of Nigeria, Lagos State Government, and the Central Bank of Nigeria to shape waste policies and sustainable initiatives. He has also contributed significantly to academia, with research work adopted by Google Scholar and referenced globally in educational institutions.

From pioneering the first private landfill site in Lagos-Nigeria, to being a key voice in Africa Regional and global discussions on Zero Waste and the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), Mr. Adebola’s influence extends beyond Nigeria, making a lasting impact across Africa and the world over.

We are proud to have such a phenomenal icon as our Grand Patron, whose values and vision align with our mission of spotlighting changemakers and promoting African Excellence in Circular Economy & Sustainable Development, Business & Entrepreneurship, and Tourism & Environmental Sustainability.

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18/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, AGHARESE ONAGHISE - ADVISORY BOARD CHAIR, CITY SCOPE AFRICA!

We are delighted to welcome Agharese Onaghise as the newly appointed Advisory Board Chair of City Scope Africa!

Agharese has a postgraduate from Imperial College London, with over twenty years’ experience as an Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Sustainability Expert across sectors.

She is currently the Executive Director of the Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA) , an industry coalition to enhance the Waste Management operations in the value chain; have supported the implementation of circular economy policies and the recovery of over 75,000 MT of post-consumer packaging diverted from the dumpsites and implementing the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for the packaging sector in Nigeria.

She is an Eco-Consultant and Independent Consultant with En-pact Solutions Limited. Arese serves as a critical sector stakeholder to enable the recycling of packaging material into productive use and support policy development and implementation. Prior to her current role, she had a Consultancy stint in the UK and Germany, functioned as Project HSE Manager in the Oil & Gas sector in Nigeria, and serves as a subject matter expert, research partner and resource in several conferences, webinars and studies.

Congratulations once again, Agharese Onaghise. We look forward to building the sustainable future of Africa together

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17/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, LUSIMADIO SIMAO – CEO, CITY SCOPE AFRICA!

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Lusimadio Simao as the new Chief Executive Officer of City Scope Africa!

We over a decade of experience and empowering more than thousand of people, Lusimadio Soki Simao is a master of business administration, Global Speaker, award-winning business professional, founder and CEO of Profaster Media, The Juice Corporation, The Voice of Wellness Media and Magazine, and Profaster Training Centre. He has over 20 articles published, 4 international research publications in business management, economics, waste management, and 3 books published one titled Entrepreneurs Handbook - A practical guide to business growth In Africa, The New

Era of Leaders - Redefining and reforming Leadership, and Overcoming ADHD.

He is an executive leadership coach, university professor, and Instructor. He currently working on new book titled The Concept of Open Monopoly. He is also a Certified Data Scientist, Certified and Accredited Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Professional, John Maxwell Certified Team Member, and Edge Certified Green Building Design Consultant by IFC - World Bank and a cybersecurity expert.

Lusimadio S Simao is an effective member of International Solid Waste Association Africa Chapter, Central and Southern Africa Regional Director for Independent Youth Advisory Council for the AfCFTA. He is the first person to host in Cape Town the first ever Wellness Conference on Dealing with ADHD.

Here’s to a new era of vision, strategy, and innovation!

Welcome on board, CEO Simao!

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17/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, MARGARET DARA OSHODI – GRAND MATRON, CITY SCOPE AFRICA.

We are deeply honored to welcome Margaret Dara Oshodi as the Grand Matron of City Scope Africa, effective 29th March, at the 2025 African Business Professionals and Entrepreneurs Conference/Awards 9 and Special Magazine Unveiling.

An Industry Leader and Trailblazer in Environmental Sustainability, Margaret Dara Oshodi is a Waste Entrepreneur and Environmental Justice Advocate who has consistently led groundbreaking efforts to solving environmental challenges across Nigeria, Africa, and beyond.

She is a member of Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) 2008 and Certified Manager of Collection & Recycling Systems, 2010 till date. She was trained as Manager of Landfill Operation MOLO 2009 and also a Silver Member of ISWA International Solid Waste Association and ISWA Working Group on Recycling & Waste Minimization (WGRWM), 2009. She is also a member of the Waste Management Society of Nigeria (WAMASON) and trustee, Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria, (AWAMN). She is a member of the Advisory Board of ISWA Africa Regional Chapter.

She is the CEO, D Nigeria Limited (Owners of the exclusive franchise for Waste Management in Lagos, Nigeria, just to mention a few. She has attends several Technical Sessions, Conferences & Congresses around the world, with several articles and commentaries on the Social Media in advancing sustainable Waste Management in Africa and the world over, to her credit.

Congratulations, your legacy of service, innovation, and impact speaks volumes.

We are proud to have such a phenomenal icon as our Grand Matron, whose values and vision align with our mission of spotlighting changemakers and promoting African Excellence in Circular Economy & Sustainable Development, Business & Entrepreneurship, and Tourism & Environmental Sustainability.

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