She Who Builds 2025 celebrated women embracing beauty, purpose, and visibility. From keynote insights to personal reflections, the conference reminded us that showing up authentically is the foundation of empowerment.

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month closes, I share the story of Andrew Gole, a digital security expert who biked over 6,000 km one way across Africa, roughly 13,000 km round trip, to raise awareness about digital rights and Internet freedom. From Uganda to Namibia, his journey highlights connectivity challenges, community support, and the importance of protecting personal data in the digital age.

Africa trains the world’s AI, yet gig workers remain unseen and unprotected. Their rights must come first.