Naledi Magowe is a visionary Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer at Brastorne, dedicated to bridging the digital divide. They tackle digital exclusion by leveraging USSD, voice, and SMS technologies to deliver internet-like access on basic mobile phones—devices still widely used across rural Africa. Their flagship platforms include mAgri, which offers a marketplace for small holder farmers to buy and sell goods; Vuka, a social and information-sharing platform; and Mpotsa, an SMS and voice information service that provides advisory content on health, jobs, education, and more – impacting over 5.3 million people across six countries (Botswana, DRC, Cameroon, Guinea, Zambia and Côte d’Ivoire).

Recognized globally as a thought leader, Naledi’s work has earned her numerous awards, inspiring many as Brastorne expands its reach across Africa.