Having a bad day? Try these 5 tips to stay mentally grounded
The conversation around anxiety has been on the rise recently and psychologists say it doesn’t necessarily mean that more people are anxious compared to the past but rather, more people are willing to talk about their mental state. Anxiety could stem from several things; fear of the future, stress, the feeling of lack of control. […]
The media is undergoing a transformational era— and these 4 women are at the forefront!
Over the years, entertainment, as we know it, has witnessed an almost radical change from the usual. From black and brown characters being cast as the leads in a Regency period drama, to African stories being excellently told to the global audience, black and African people have taken full charge of how their story is […]
The Academy Awards‘s Best Director Snub. Tems, Rihanna, Angela Bassett break records with their nominations.
Despite a female director winning the Best Director Academy Award in each of the previous two years, no women were nominated for the award at the 95th Academy Awards. A nomination for the Academy Award is determined by those working in relevant fields, and the Best Director snub came as a surprise because of the […]
Sports Sirens: These are some of the loudest female voices in Sports!
In the sports scene which is known to be male-dominated, women have increasingly taken space, smashed records, and broken down barriers. The spotlight is usually shone on the remarkable female athletes who keep the sports scene on its toes. In this article, we’ll be swiveling the limelight to five outstanding women who work behind […]
These female African travel influencers will soothe your wandering soul!
‘This heart of mine was made to travel’ We can truly relate to the author of this quote. Traveling is a fulfilling way to live life. Forbes — the all-knowing ‘oracle’ of our time — in an article about why travel is good for one’s mental health mentions reduced cortisol levels, and creating feelings of […]
Looking Back: 5 times Jacinda Ardern was the global symbol of strong leadership
It seemed the world held our collective breaths when the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern, announced that she would not be running for a second term. Jacinda’s impressive mark on New Zealand’s —and the world, if we’re calling spades what they are— history began when she became the youngest world leader at age […]
5 ways to make the most of your twenties – from 5 women in their thirties!
‘What advice would you give to a woman in her twenties’ …and the comments start pouring in. The internet at this very moment in time is filled with thousands of tips from older people to people in their twenties. Do this, not that… Be this, not that… Some of these pieces of advice can, sometimes, […]
In a world of fierce celebrity alter egos, the Kenyan singer, Akothee’s alter ego is the gentle one
In the heart of us, we all have a hidden side, one that is different from what we display to the public. It is a part of us that wants to try out things without fear of judgment, a part that can be unique from who we are perceived to be – an alter ego. […]
Taking these 5 Medical tests Regularly Will Improve Your Quality of Life as a Woman, Experts Say.
Good physical health is directly related to a great quality of life, experts say. We have studied several researches on how regular exercise, wholesome diets, and general healthy habits help fight off diseases and ill health. Another healthy practice that has been reiterated by medical professionals is routine health checks. Regular medical tests can be […]
We’re never giving Brandy up and this is why.
While the younger generation might be vaguely familiar with the R&B trailblazer, the older millennials who grew up watching the hit television show, Moesha know Brandy as the IT girl of the late 90s and early 2000s. Brandy Rayana Norwood is a 43-year-old, singer-songwriter, actress, and model who dominated the Y2K era with her undeniably […]