Lelemba Phiri, PhD(c) is a seasoned development finance professional with specialised expertise in gender-lens investing, innovative financing vehicles and climate instruments and incentives. She is an award winning educator, writer and entrepreneur with work experience covering 10+ African markets; spanning 18yrs+; working across the public, private, start-up and investment sectors. She is passionate about women leadership and entrepreneurship development in Africa and has committed her life’s work to advancing equality and empowerment of women.