Born in Germany in 1967, Allie has spent her life exploring the world and taking others along for the ride. With a Master’s in Asian Studies and a PhD in Tourism and Anthropology, she has been working and travelling across Asia since 1986 and has guided adventurous travellers for over 30 years. In 2004, after […]
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Born and raised in Lesotho, a high-altitude, landlocked Kingdom surrounded by South Africa, she made her move to South Africa at 21. Her academic journey began with the Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (O Level) at Lesotho High School, followed by earning her Certified Accounting Technician certificate through the Centre for Accounting Studies in Lesotho. Transitioning
“There is no force more powerful than a woman determined to rise” — W.E.B Du Bois. Harriet Ekeruche is, and has always been driven by a resolute determination to rise. This drive manifested academically, leading her to secure both a Batchelors degree in Environmental Science and a Masters degree in Environmental technology. Harriet’s passions extend
From the blue skies to the digital realm, Anele Nala is a multifaceted individual whose journey encompasses the realms of aviation, technology, and creative expression. With a background as a Private Pilot, Drone Pilot, Remote Maintenance Technician, and currently pursuing a BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science alongside Commercial Pilot training, Anele Nala embodies the
Jennifer Yhaye, a 27-year-old Ivorian, is the youngest female pilot from Côte d’Ivoire to complete her frozen ATPL at the remarkable age of 20. At 23, she is the first youngest woman on the African continent to become an Airline Pilot. Three years later, she was honoured the Prix de l’Excellence by Côte d’Ivoire’s President,
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Aisha Jibreel Alexander was born in Medellín, Colombia, where she studied Law and Political Science at the University of Medellín. In 1998, due to the country’s political situation, she emigrated to the United States with her mother, also a lawyer who was working with the State Attorney’s office at the time. From the age of
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I was born and raised in Nigeria. Even though I have a pilot father, aviation was never a first choice for me. I always wanted to be a doctor. As I prepared my mind to go to university, my dad came home talking about a female pilot he flew with and that immediately opened for
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Merilyn attained her PPL and night rating in South Africa. It is her ultimate ambition to fly high as an airline pilot, representing women all around the world. Now with 100 hours total time she is balancing her flying with her favourite hobbies such as dance and painting. Her journey is just beginning and she
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It was love at first solo. “For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return. ” ~ Leonardo da Vinci She grew up with an aviation background. Her father was a pilot. First for the Kenyan
Atinuke Stanley-Pepple is a commercial airline pilot flying the Boeing 737 Classic series and a qualified lawyer called to the Nigerian Bar Association. Born into a family of pilots and married to one, aviation has always been her home. She is driven by a passion for creating positive and lasting change among young people through
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