What year did you leave EGA?
2013
What is your area of industry?
Healthcare and Social Impact/Philanthropy
What University did you attend?
St George’s University of London for my medical degree and Imperial College London for my MPH
Briefly describe yourself:
Dr Khadija Owusu is an award-winning medical doctor, global health advocate, international speaker, and social impact leader. She is the Founder of the AKAYA Foundation, a Founding Member and Trustee of Melanin Medics and an Ambassador at GUBA Enterprise.
A proud British-Ghanaian, Dr Khadija is a force for equity in healthcare, education, and gender empowerment. She is especially passionate about amplifying the voices of Black and Ethnic Minority medics and has reached thousands through her advocacy on equality, diversity, and inclusion.
With a special focus on girls’ empowerment and global health, her work through AKAYA has impacted thousands of girls across Ghana and beyond, ensuring access to health education, leadership development, and safe spaces to thrive.
Dr Owusu is a Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 honouree (2025), Diana Award Recipient, TEDx Speaker, and has been honoured by HRH Princess Ann for her work in STEM. She has spoken on global stages, including as a guest of Michelle Obama at the White House, and has been featured on BBC, ITV, Channel 5 News and more.
Recently, she earned her Glob Master of Public Health from Imperial College London, deepening her mission to create systems where every girl, woman, and underrepresented voice has the opportunity to lead and flourish.