African Rising Star | January 2026
Across Africa, inspiring individuals are quietly doing incredible work, building communities, creating opportunities, changing narratives, and transforming lives, often without standing in the spotlight. They lead initiatives that empower others, open doors where barriers once existed, and ignite hope through their commitment, courage, and compassion. These are the people redefining leadership, purpose, and social impact. They are the changemakers shaping the future of our continent.
Meet our African Rising Star for January 2026, Racheal Omosewa Ogundare.
Racheal is an accomplished Human Resource professional, visionary leader, and passionate advocate for youth development and educational empowerment. She is the Founder of the ADARA Initiative, a platform dedicated to equipping children and young adults with the tools, confidence, and opportunities they need to thrive. Through her leadership, ADARA has impacted hundreds of young people through mentorship programs, skills development sessions, scholarships, and educational workshops that inspire excellence and nurture purpose.
Deeply committed to expanding access to quality education, Racheal works to ensure that more young people, regardless of background, can dream bigger and achieve more. Her programs support learning, build confidence, and encourage personal growth, while also fostering values that contribute to stronger, more progressive communities.
Beyond her work with ADARA, Racheal is a British Council–certified Educational Consultant and International Student Recruiter, guiding countless students on their journey to study abroad. Through personalized mentorship, career counseling, and strategic guidance, she helps young people navigate global education pathways, access scholarships, and position themselves for success in competitive international academic environments.
Racheal is also a Member of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Professionals (MCHIP), reflecting her commitment to ethical leadership, excellence, and professional standards. Her work seamlessly blends human resource expertise with global education advocacy and youth empowerment, positioning her as a catalyst for sustainable development and social change.
Recognized for her passion, integrity, and visionary leadership, Racheal continues to champion initiatives that promote educational equity, cross-cultural understanding, and opportunities for Africa’s next generation of leaders. Through her work, she is not only transforming lives today — she is shaping the leaders who will transform the future.
We proudly celebrate Racheal Omosewa Ogundare as our African Rising Star for January 2026, honoring her dedication, impact, and unwavering commitment to empowering young people across Africa and beyond.
