PinnedTomiwa O·Apr 15, 2024Voices Matter: The Power of Storytelling in Empathetic DesignAs designers, we wield immense power in shaping solutions. Our choices — of colours, typefaces, and interactions — all culminate in…A response icon1A response icon1
PinnedTomiwa O·Apr 15, 2023The Second ChanceThe man stood before Heaven’s gates, hope lighting his eyes. He’d lived a good life and was confident on his chances of getting past the…A response icon2A response icon2
Tomiwa O·Apr 1, 2025The High Cost of Blind Respect in YorubalandWhen does respect begin to actively stifle progress?
Tomiwa O·Jan 29, 2025Teaching Kids About Money: Breaking Cycles, Building Better FuturesGrowing Up with Proverbs & Mattress Money Growing up in Lagos in the ’90s, my money education was a patchwork of stern warnings and cryptic…
Tomiwa O·Nov 12, 2024Why Delivery Drivers in Nigeria Still Rely on Calls Over GPSHands up if you’ve had a delivery driver call you multiple times to pinpoint your exact location — “Hello, abeg, are you near the big…
Tomiwa O·Oct 29, 2024Tribute to My Brother, Tokunbo Preye Brian OgunmodedeTokunbo was more than a brother; he was a son, a friend, a protector, and a fighter. He was kind, and possessed an unwavering strength in…
Tomiwa O·Oct 21, 2024Leading a Design Team in Africa’s Dynamic LandscapeLeading a design team in Africa is no small feat — it is both exhilarating and challenging, with the continent’s business landscape being…A response icon1A response icon1
Tomiwa O·Oct 16, 20244 Tips for Building a Brand Identity that Resonates with African ConsumersBuilding a brand that resonates in Africa is not just about selling products — it’s about creating genuine connections in a complex…A response icon1A response icon1
Tomiwa O·May 2, 2024Introducing the African Icon Library: A Celebration of African Design HeritageDesign has the power to uplift and celebrate the richness of cultures around the world. Yet, for too long, African visual heritage has been…
InBootcampbyTomiwa O·Jul 10, 2023Unpacking Empathetic Design: Practical Design Strategies for Impact in Underserved CommunitiesIn my previous article, we talked about why empathetic design is so important when creating solutions for underserved communities. Now…A response icon1A response icon1
