Nationality: Côte d'Ivoire
Koumbem Fatou Émilienne is an Ivorian social entrepreneur and Founder of Siboré Luxury Hair, a pioneering company transforming banana fibers into biodegradable hair extensions and wigs. By reimagining an industry heavily reliant on synthetic fibers, she is tackling plastic pollution, upcycling agricultural waste, and creating sustainable income opportunities for rural women.
At just 23years old, she is building a locally rooted value chain connecting women farmers, cooperatives, and the beauty industry to prove that African innovation can solve global challenges. Her vision is to position Côte d’Ivoire as a global leader in sustainable beauty while creating thousands of green jobs for women and young people across Africa.