N. Fatou Dieng
Francophone Africa Advocate
2026-2027
MAKET
Founder & CEO
E-Commerce & Marketplaces
Senegal
Meet Fatou

N. Fatou Dieng is a Senegalese entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of MAKET, a curated digital marketplace transforming the way second-hand fashion and African designer pieces are bought and sold across Africa. 

Early milestones and business development

Before becoming a full-time entrepreneur, she spent over a decade in France working in banking, technology and digital project management. In 2017, she founded Your Personal Shopper Paris, an innovative personal and live-shopping service connecting African consumers with international and African brands. This experience later inspired the creation of MAKET. 

Social impact

Through technology, Fatou is building a more accessible, trusted and circular fashion ecosystem while creating new economic opportunities for women and local entrepreneurs. 

Recognition and awards

Her journey has been supported by programmes and institutions including HEC Paris, Station F and Digital Africa.