Madame Janine Kacou Diagou

Janine Kacou Diagou is a distinguished Ivorian business leader, financial expert, and champion for entrepreneurship whose impact spans across Africa’s banking and insurance sector. She serves as the Director General of the NSIA Group, a leading pan African bancassurance group with operations in numerous countries across West and Central Africa, and also holds key governance roles including President of the Board of NSIA Banque Bénin SA. With a strong academic foundation in business and finance from institutions in Paris and London, she has risen through the ranks of global finance to become one of Africa’s most influential women in business leadership.

As a mother, mentor, and philanthropist, Janine balances her demanding executive roles with deep commitment to social impact. She founded the Fondation BJKD, which champions art, culture, and entrepreneurial excellence, and annually awards prizes to support young African entrepreneurs, creating pathways for emerging leaders and innovators. Her journey reflects courage, vision, and dedication to uplifting communities and empowering future generations of African women leaders and mothers alike.