Caroline Oluka

34 · Kampala, Uganda

Caroline is a testament to the human spirit. She had an incredibly tough home environment that would have crippled most. She ran away from home and grew up on the streets of Uganda. She’s now decided to start a business that’s aimed at helping girls in similar situations. The world has taken note, too: she won a Ugandan social innovation award during the Pioneer Tournament and has been relentless about fundraising to grow her business.

RideUp: an eco-friendly bike delivery service for corporate offices in Kampala that aims to empower girls from the streets