Celebrating TheACE Women: An International Women’s Day Special

8 Mar 2025

Spotlight

In the scriptures, for those who believe, Adam asked for a woman when he was to fulfil his destiny. Likewise, when our founder set out to launch TheACE, he reached out to a woman. This is a tribute to the incredible women working behind the scenes, ensuring that TheACE thrives and continues to tell the stories that matter.


Glory Adekunle

Glory Adekunle is a dynamic Brand, Marketing, and Communications Strategist passionate about shaping narratives, positioning businesses for long-term success, and crafting communication strategies that drive influence and industry leadership. With expertise spanning marketing, corporate communications, digital strategy, event marketing, and brand management, she plays a crucial role in helping us develop impactful strategies, amplify our presence, and establish credibility in a competitive landscape.

 

Simisola Afolabi

A campus journalist, public speaker, and student at the University of Ibadan, Simisola embodies dedication and passion. Since joining our budding project, she has been an unwavering force, bringing energy and insight to our team. She currently wears many hats, serving as the Editor-in-Chief of her local press organisation, a member of the Disciplinary Committee of the Literary and Debating Society, and more. Her expertise ensures TheACE continues to grow and evolve.

 

Aisha Yusuf

A recent graduate of the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, Aisha has a keen interest in Intellectual Property Law, Technology Law, Cultural Property Protection, and more. She brings a wealth of knowledge, dedication, and a fresh perspective to TheACE, contributing significantly to our journey. With her strong background in public speaking, she sees TheACE as an opportunity to explore new creative frontiers this year.

 

Join Us on This Journey

As TheACE grows into a more inclusive organisation, we invite women with a passion for the African comic book and animation space to join us. We are committed to spotlighting works from female creators and female-led studios. Additionally, we welcome publication requests related to the creative industry. If you have articles, stories, or any publication-worthy content—or if you’re looking to reach a larger audience—reach out to us at theafricancomicsempire@gmail.com.


Together, we can shape the future of African comics and animation.

Happy International Women's Day!