5 Fictional Books By Black Girls For Black Girls!
1. Homegoing by Yaa Agassi Two half-sisters, Effia and Esi, are born into different villages in eighteenth-century Ghana. Effia is married off to an Englishman and lives in comfort in the palatial rooms of Cape Coast Castle. Unbeknownst to Effia, her sister, Esi, is imprisoned beneath her in the castle’s dungeons, sold with thousands of […]
These 5 #LLA100Women Alumni are Social Activists using Their Voices To Create A Better Society
1. Hauwa Ojeifo She is the founder of SheWrites Woman (SWW) an NGO and a movement of love, hope and support for women with mental illness. SWW has the first 24/7 mental illness helpline in Nigeria that helps people better understand the illness and provides professional help. Hauwa is a recipient of The Queen’s Young […]
Meet Caroline Wanga: CEO of Essence, Media personality and All-time Melanated Badass!
Only a school drop-out born of professors understands the pressure that comes with it. But the sassy United States-based Kenyan Caroline Wanga dusted herself from an early setback to earn a degree and 10 promotions up the corporate ladder in 13 years. In 2021, she reached yet another milestone. She was appointed the chief executive […]
Low Participation of Nigerian Women in 2023 Elections
Non-partisan groups have lamented the low participation of women in politics in the country. Ibijoke Faborode challenged what she described as cultural stereotypes plaguing women in Nigeria, including those interested in politics. Ms Faborode said this at a gala dinner organised by the group in collaboration with the European Union themed ‘We are Nigeria’ on Wednesday. […]
7 habits you have that’s constraining your work productivity
1. Procrastinating You may feel that you do your best work when you wait until right before the due date to complete it, but procrastination can have a negative effect on the quality of your work and the coworkers who rely on your work before they can complete their own. Instead of procrastinating, aim to […]
These 7 women are leading the Climate change conversation in Africa –and the world!
1. Steve Letsike Steve Letsike is a seasoned Leader, Feminist, Human Rights Advocate and an Entrepreneur based in South Africa. She is the founder and Executive Director of Access Chapter 2 (Human Rights organisation). She currently serves as the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) Co- Chairperson, the Chairperson of Commonwealth Equality Network and is […]
The Kenyan Senator, Gloria Orwoba, started a Conversation Concerning Period Shame When She Was Asked To Leave Parliament Because of An Apparent Blood Stain
A female Kenyan senator who was asked to leave parliament because of an apparent blood stain on her trousers has told the BBC she was proud to stand up against “period shame”. Gloria Orwoba said she had noticed the stain before entering the building. “Since I am always advocating against period shame, I thought I […]
A new generation of Nigerian feminists is tackling Patriarchy on all fronts— Damilola Odufuwa is one of the women at the forefront.
During the End SARS protest three years ago, a group of women–the Feminist Coalition– took full control of organizing. Providing access to medical facilities, legal services , security, food, drinks and other things to make the protests a safe and peaceful one for all the youth who took to the streets, these 13 women showed […]
Our favorite moments from the 2023 Super Bowl!
From an internet-breaking announcement to an uplifting performance of a 123-year-old song, this year’s #superbowl has proved to be one we will not forget in a long time! Here are some of our favorite moments from the event. 1. Justina Miles’ ASL performance Justina Miles became the MVP of the halftime show and the pre […]
Meet Gbemi-Olateru Olagbegi, Vice-President, Marketing at Wakanow.
Prominent media personality and Co-Founder and Executive Producer for one of Africa’s most promising media and entertainment startups, TNC Africa, Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi has joined Wakanow, Africa’s leading travel tech company. As the new Group Vice President, Marketing of Wakanow, Gbemi will supervise and develop marketing strategies for all the brands within her portfolio, including Wakanow, […]