Former Senior Vice President for East Africa at Flutterwave, instrumental in establishing the company's presence in the region.
Founders, business leaders, and scientists Africa lost in 2025
Senamile Masango, South Africa's first Black female nuclear scientist, passed away on February 9, 2025, leaving a legacy of representation in STEM. Adetunji 'Teejay' Opayele, co-founder of the Nigerian startup Bumpa, died in a car crash on March 4, 2025, after helping the company grow significantly.
Former Flutterwave VP Leon Kiptum passes on
Leon Kiptum Kidombo passed away on August 3, 2025, at the age of 44. He recently stepped down from his position at Flutterwave in June 2025 to focus on his health.
