Helping African women reach their potential in Forex trading

Africa Female Forex Traders is a community-driven initiative that equips women across the continent to trade with skill and confidence, build an independent income, and reinvest in the people around them.

African women in a trading and mentorship session
African female traders collaborating in a session

Our mission

We want to build a strong community of African women in Forex. A place where they can connect, learn, and succeed in the market together. We want to be part of a change that leaves women feeling empowered and in charge of their financial future.

Leadership & Governance

Founders & Board of Admin

Dedicated leaders uniting women across Africa to trade with confidence, build financial independence, and foster continental collaboration.

The Founders

LAMIDI SIKIRA (KIRA FOREX) - Founder of Africa Female Forex Traders
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡­Ghana
Founder

LAMIDI SIKIRA(KIRA FOREX)

Dr. Chioma Okezue (Madamfinanciallyfit_fx) - Founder of Africa Female Forex Traders
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬Nigeria
Founder

Dr. Chioma Okezue(Madamfinanciallyfit_fx)

Board of Admin

ADETUTU SANUSI (YOURFOREXTRADINGBESTIE) - Board of Admin
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬Nigeria
Board of Admin

ADETUTU SANUSI(YOURFOREXTRADINGBESTIE)

Dr Thembi Shilenge - Board of Admin
πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦South Africa
Board of Admin

Dr Thembi Shilenge

Temitope (ICT QUEEN) - Board of Admin
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬Nigeria
Board of Admin

Temitope(ICT QUEEN)

Akinbowale omotayo (Fairy Trades) - Board of Admin
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬Nigeria
Board of Admin

Akinbowale omotayo(Fairy Trades)

Five things we're building toward

Every programme, mentorship pairing, and community initiative we run is in service of one of these five aims.

01

Financial empowerment

We equip African women with the skills to trade Forex profitably and create an independent source of income. This helps reduce economic dependence and helps women generate wealth for themselves and their families.

02

Education & skill development

Structured training programmes, mentorship, and practical resources turn beginners into skilled traders, while broader financial literacy encourages smarter money management across the board.

03

Social impact & poverty alleviation

Members are encouraged to reinvest their trading success in their communities. This includes our Christmas donation project, which turns trading profits into direct support for the less privileged.

04

Networking & collaboration

A strong support system where African women share trading insight, strategy, and experience. Connect with established female traders and industry experts for mentorship and opportunity.

05

Representation & advocacy

We're challenging gender stereotypes in Forex trading by growing female participation, and working directly with brokers and financial institutions to create opportunities built for women.

African woman demonstrating confidence and empowerment

What we stand on

EmpowermentEducationCollaborationInclusivityFinancial independenceCommunity impact

From the charts to the streets

The AFFT Food Drive was all heart. Traders came together to give back, support women, and share kindness one meal at a time. Huge thanks to everyone who contributed and made this happen!

Trade with women who have your back.

Follow along, learn with us, and find your place in a network built on collaboration rather than competition.