Once upon a time, creators were influencers. Now? They’re CEOs, educators, ecosystem builders, and, let’s be honest, cultural disruptors.
In today’s digital world, content isn’t just king, it’s the infrastructure. And the people making that content? They’re not just telling stories. They’re redefining industries.
In this edition, we shine a light on creators across tech, media, education, and culture who are creating progressive content and turning attention into action.
1. The Educator-Turned-Content-Architect: Hilda Kabushenga
After leading Jobberman and later becoming CEO of The African Talent Company, Hilda is now bridging the gap between employment and skills. But it’s her storytelling around future-of-work in Africa that sets her apart.
Her LinkedIn posts are more than updates—they’re strategy, advocacy, and digital curriculum in one.
Progressive Angle: Elevating workforce development as a content category.
2. Iyin Aboyeji: Building, Tweeting, Leading
Some people write tweets. Iyin builds mini masterclasses in 280 characters. As co-founder of Flutterwave and Future Africa, Iyin’s X (formerly Twitter) feed blends startup wisdom, policy commentary, and unapologetic takes on African innovation.
Progressive Angle: Turning founder insights into public digital assets.
3. Zineb A. – The Fintech Storyteller
Zineb is the mind behind some of the most thoughtful fintech explainers in North Africa. From creating financial literacy reels in Arabic to breaking down blockchain trends on LinkedIn, her content is shifting how younger audiences view money.
Progressive Angle: Breaking down complex finance for a culturally nuanced audience.
4. Oluwatosin Ajibade (Ms. Tosin): Beyond Entertainment Blogging
As the founder of OloriSuperGal, Ms. Tosin has been spotlighting social issues, wellness, and identity long before it became a content strategy. Her evolution from entertainment blogger to culture commentator and media founder is a masterclass in progressive reinvention.
Progressive Angle: Centering community and identity in content media.
Follow her on OloriSuperGal
5. Gwendoline Michael: Changing How Tech Feels Online
As an African creator producing UX tutorials and startup case studies with a humorous twist, Gwendoline isn’t just explaining tech, she’s making it feel local. Her bite-sized, voice-over-style TikToks and Instagram reels show that UI/UX can be cool content.
Progressive Angle: Making design education entertaining and relatable.
Why This Matters
Progressive content isn’t just about being woke. It’s about moving the needle on knowledge, representation, access, and innovation.
These creators are doing three things exceptionally well:
- Telling stories that matter
- Packaging content for maximum reach
- Building ecosystems around their platforms
And they’re not waiting for permission.
How to Support Progressive Creators
- Follow their work. Engage with it. Share it.
- Collaborate or amplify. Many creators are open to partnerships.
- Sponsor or support. You don’t have to be a brand to back a creator.
Progressive creators don’t just go viral, they change things. And as more industries become powered by content, the people who make it best will shape what the future looks like.
So, if you’re looking to get inspired or build the next big thing, follow the people who are already doing both.
