David I. Adeleke is the founder of Communiqué, a media platform that began as a newsletter but evolved into a broader intelligence and research operation. He works across reporting, strategy and product building. His background includes editorial roles at Rest of World and Business Insider Africa, shaping his analytical approach to media.
He is being honoured for transforming Communiqué into Communiqué HQ in 2025, launching new products such as Communiqué Digest and a Creator Economy Database. He also removed the paywall to scale the platform’s reach and influence. His work has established Communiqué as a dynamic hub for understanding Africa’s digital and economic shifts.