Seun Adewumi

From art to science, South African women shine on Forbes’ inaugural 50 Over 50 Global list

These female trailblazers, hailing from 32 nations, including France, India, Japan and Switzerland, exemplify how women are reshaping diverse sectors including arts, cybersecurity, science and even traffic safety. “Forbes” shared: “These women are building wealth, creating jobs and proving that age is not an impediment to making a lasting impact on the world.” Leading the pack of South African honourees is Koyo Kouoh, the executive director and chief curator of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in Cape Town. Renowned as the largest museum dedicated to contemporary African art globally, the Zeitz Museum showcases the rich heritage of the continent and its diaspora.