10 Things Somebody Should Have Taught Me: Titilope Sonuga Williams
In a series of tweets, sometime last year, Spoken Word artist, Titilope Sonuga, shared some profound gems on living, loving and learning. Oldie, but goodie, but still so poignant and useful: Do not romanticize suffering. There is nothing poetic about a love that breaks your spirit. Know when to leave. Some bridges need to be […]
Meet Fatma Samba Diouf Samoura; first woman to be appointed as FIFA Secretary-General
2016 is proving to be a phenomenal year for the African woman, with an amazing number of wins and triumphs. The whole world is buzzing with the news of Fatma Samba Diouf Samoura; a Senegalese woman, who has just been appointed as the first EVER woman Secretary General of world’s football governing body, FIFA. Born […]
Lighthouse Network presents “Walking The Talk:” a personal development conference exclusively for women
The Lighthouse Network presents a personal development conference exclusively for women, themed “Walking The Talk“. The event is scheduled to hold as follows: Date: Saturday, 21st May, 2016 Time: 10AM Venue: Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos. Speakers at this year’s event include: Mo Abudu CEO & Executive Chairman, Ebony Live TV & Ebony Life Films, Ephraim […]
“Don’t let the vision of your life scare you” incredible life hacks from Yetunde Odugbesan-Omede
Yetunde Odugbesan-Omede, is no stranger to the LLA platform. A woman of many passions, and a unique purpose, she is the Author of Young Women’s Guide, and also a Professor, Women’s Empowerment Advocate, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist. She’s also incredibly inspiring; check out her previous LLA feature here. Yetunde shares some great and insightful lessons she’s […]
“Only you can decide the life that’s right for you.” Chizor Malize talks about being an entrepreneur and the power of branding
Chizor Malize is an internationally renowned Brand Expert, and one of the few Leading Ladies in the Marketing sector in Africa. After spending a good number of years with a leading financial institution as the Head of Corporate Communications, she took the big leap into becoming an entrepreneur. Speaking to her was all shades of […]
“Time is your most valuable commodity.” Arese Ugwu on what turning 30 taught her about life and money
Arese Ugwu, Founder Smart Money Africa is always a delight to listen to and learn from. In this article, which appeared first in The Guardian, she shares insights on what turning 30 taught her about life and money. Enjoy. Ok technically, I turned 31 a few months ago but that’s not the point. Lol! […]
#SheHiveAbuja: Governors, Ministers and more come together to empower young women.
Recently, the premier community for young career and business women – She Leads Africa – held its innovative (travelling) bootcamp, the SheHive, in Abuja! SheHive Abuja, which provided young and ambitious women with new skills in climbing the corporate ladder, negotiating, developing a pitch deck, identifying job opportunities, speaking with investors and more, was […]
Leading Ladies Africa Interview: Sika Osei talks career, life and having BIG dreams!
Bold, ambitious, driven, brilliant and multi-talented, Sika Osei, popularly known as a co-presenter of Studio 53 Extra, is determinedly leading the cavalcade of young African women in Television, Film and Media. She shares her very inspiring journey, some of the major milestones she’s achieved, and gives great insight as to why stepping out of the […]
From the Blog – “Things I’m learning While Living in Asia.” Titilope Owoyemi, shares her experience.
For Titilope, the term “housewife” had always been one she met with some discomfort, and perhaps a little disdain. But an opportunity to move to Asia with her family, gave new insight and meaning to this often misunderstood term. She shares her inspiring and insightful experience with us. So…I’m currently a housewife. Looking back, if […]
5 POWERFUL quotes from Black Girls Rock! 2016
It’s exactly a week since Black Girls Rock 2016 held, but we still can’t get over how amazeballs the event was! From Hillary Clinton’s speech, to Brandyand Lauryn Hill’s performances, to the powerful acceptance speeches from Amandla Stenbery, Shonda Rhimes and Rihanna, the whole event was LIT! Here are 5 powerful quotes from some of […]