Meyiwa S. Ede

Meyiwa is a dynamic leader with over 15 years of experience in international development, program management, and strategic communications, now leading innovation and growth as General Manager at Tripoint Travels, a fast-rising travel agency based in Nigeria. Drawing from a distinguished career in global health, social behaviour change, and systems strengthening, Meyiwa brings a unique lens to business growth—blending purpose, people, and profit in innovative ways.

Before transitioning to the travel and tourism sector, Meyiwa held senior roles in multi-country development programs, where she led large teams, managed donor relations, and co-created evidence-based strategies with communities, government agencies, and global partners. A consistent advocate for community-centred and human-centred design, Meyiwa has worked on pandemic preparedness initiatives, participatory research models, and public-private engagement frameworks that prioritise equity and inclusion.

At Tripoint Travels, Meyiwa champions the integration of leadership training, youth employment programs, and service innovation into core business practices, launching the company’s inaugural internship and management development program in 2025. Her approach to business is informed by her deep understanding of stakeholder dynamics and change management from the development world, offering fresh insight into how travel businesses can operate as vehicles for social impact and sustainable growth.

Meyiwa is passionate about reshaping the narrative around African entrepreneurship, especially in overlooked sectors like travel and hospitality and holds multiple certifications in project management, communication for development, and organisational leadership. She is known for bringing clarity, strategic thinking, and grounded optimism to every conversation, whether in a policy room, training workshop, or boardroom.