UN, Sterling One Foundation, and UNGCNN Lead Private Sector Push for Accelerated SDG Delivery Private sector leaders, development partners, and senior policymakers recently convened at a high-level CEO Roundtable co-hosted by the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria, Sterling One Foundation, and the United Nations in Nigeria. The gathering, held in Lagos, rallied the private […]

Africa’s Premier Platform for Accelerating the SDGs, ASIS Returns for Its Fourth Edition Lagos, Nigeria – The Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS), co-convened by the Sterling One Foundation and the United  Nations Nigeria, with the support of over 40 partners, returns for its fourth edition on July 10–11, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria. With the theme […]

Zuriel Oduwole, Sterling One Foundation, Sanwo-Olu Harp on Gender Equality and Youth Empowerment Lagos, Nigeria – Nobel Peace Prize nominee Zuriel Oduwole and Sterling One Foundation have emphasized the need for gender equality and youth empowerment during a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Governor’s Office, where discussions focused on sustained action in creating opportunities […]

Sterling One Foundation Calls for Urgent Action on Maternal Health and Women’s Economic Inclusion on International Women’s Day Lagos, Nigeria –  Sterling One Foundation is marking this year’s International Women’s Day with a call for urgent action to improve maternal health and economic inclusion for women across Nigeria and Africa. While progress has been made, […]

Africa’s Investment Reckoning – an Opinion Editorial by Olapeju Ibekwe Africa’s investment landscape in 2025 is entering a decisive phase. For years, the continent has been at the center of a global conversation about growth, opportunity, and potential. But recent data presents a sobering reality: startup funding has sharply declined, private capital is stalling, and […]

Sterling One Foundation’s Education Interventions Propel Progress Amid Global Focus on AI and Learning The transformative role of technology in education is more critical than ever, as this year’s theme for the International Day of Education, “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” highlights the need for inclusive and technology-driven education systems. […]

Catalytic Investments Drive Food Security at ASA 2024 Deal Room. Deals worth over $100million were sealed at the recently concluded Agriculture Summit Africa (ASA) convened at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, over two days, November 11 and 12, under the theme, “Transitioning from Scarcity to Security.” The summit, supported by Sterling One Foundation alongside other private […]

Reforming Climate Finance for Africa’s Energy Transition – an Opinion Editorial by Olapeju Ibekwe. As world leaders prepare for the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, Africa faces a pivotal point in its pursuit of sustainable development. The climate conference presents an opportunity to address the structural limitations within the international […]

Sterling One Foundation has announced the expansion of its Beach Adoption Program, a climate initiative focused on waste recovery and marine pollution reduction, in response to renewed global calls for action following COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Olapeju Ibekwe, CEO, Sterling One Foundation described the program as a significant local response to global environmental challenges. “COP29 […]

Sterling One Foundation Partners to Catalyze Food Security at Agriculture Summit Africa 2024 Sterling One Foundation is proud to announce its partnership with Agriculture Summit Africa (ASA), a high-level convening organized by Sterling Bank alongside partners, including the Benue State Government, the African Union, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Leadway Assurance, and other stakeholders. Scheduled […]

Reimagining Africa’s Growth Through Sustainable Energy and Strategic Partnerships – an Opinion Editorial by Olapeju Ibekwe. Africa stands at a decisive moment in its development journey. The continent’s potential is immense, driven by its rich natural resources and a vibrant, youthful population. Yet, the challenges it faces are equally formidable, with the persistent energy deficit […]

Global Leaders and Stakeholders Commit To Bold Solutions For Africa At ASIS 3.0 The Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) 2024, co-convened by The Sterling One Foundation and the United Nations, was held at the Eko Convention Center from July 25-26. This landmark event highlighted the importance of collaboration across sectors, bringing together private sector organizations, […]

Sterling One Foundation and United Nations Nigeria Announce Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS 3.0) 2024 The official press conference for the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS 3.0) 2024, hosted by the Sterling One Foundation and the United Nations Nigeria, was held on Tuesday, July 9th, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel. Present at the press conference […]