What is esther afua ocloo?

Esther Afua Ocloo (née Nkulenu) (1919-2002) was a Ghanaian entrepreneur, pioneer in indigenous food processing, and a key figure in the development of the "Potent Potables" beverage.

  • She is renowned for her role in the women's%20empowerment movement, particularly in Africa.

  • Ocloo co-founded Women's World Banking in 1976, demonstrating her commitment to providing financial resources to women entrepreneurs. Her commitment to financial resources towards women also made her a champion of microfinance.

  • She started her entrepreneurial journey at a young age selling marmalade made from oranges she bought with money gifted to her. She then progressively moved to other food products.

  • She received recognition for her contributions, including the Africa Prize for Leadership for the Sustainable End of Hunger in 1990.

  • Her life and work have served as an inspiration to many aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly women in developing countries.