Maryam's talk, "African Solutions for African Challenges," was a rallying call to action for the next generation of African leaders. Focusing on entrepreneurship and technology, she inspired the audience to see themselves as key players on the world stage, owning their future and driving progress.With her mantra, "If you believe you can, you're already achieving it," Maryam emphasized the power of self-belief and confidence. She reinforced this message with the phrase, "A man who wins is a man who knows he can," highlighting the importance of mindset in achieving success.Maryam concluded with a bold statement: "The future of Africa will be decided in Nigeria." Her talk left the audience with a sense of responsibility and opportunity, encouraging them to seize the moment and shape the continent's future through innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology. Shaped by personal experiences of overcoming adversity, Maryam is fueled by a deep belief in the power of purpose and the potential to contribute meaningfully to Africa's development. Raised in an environment where failure was often expected, she chose instead to believe in possibility. Her mission is to inspire others from underprivileged backgrounds to understand that while setbacks are inevitable, it is the belief in one’s ability to succeed that makes all the difference. She lives by the mantra: “If you believe you can, you are already on the path to achieving it.” This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx