Susan Adeyeye Reminds Us That Girls Deserve Better Than Period Poverty
No Pads, No Progress: Girls Deserve Better than Period Poverty By Susan Adeyeye, Social Impact Director, Dear Ambitious Girl As the daughter of Nigerian immigrants, I’ve witnessed firsthand the privilege of access and resources young women often enjoy abroad. Yet, across the ocean, millions of girls face a reality shaped by an unavoidable biological process—period […]
Special Feature: Spotlighting Women of The LLA Community!
2024 has been a year that soared to breathtaking highs and tumbled through moments that tested every ounce of our resolve. But through it all, one truth stood unshaken—the power and resilience of African women. They held the line. They pushed boundaries. They refused to let dreams of gender equity remain just that—dreams. It wasn’t […]
“There is a sense of real power when a leader can come from a more human perspective.” — Tanisha Colon-Bibb for Career Quick Five
Tanisha Colon-Bibb is a seasoned Communications creative, talent manager and founder of The Rebelle Group. Tanisha has over a decade of experience, renowned for her visionary approach in cultivating and enhancing public-facing brands and campaigns. Fuelled by her rebellious spirit and unwavering passion for entrepreneurialism in 2012 she founded the first subsidiary in the Rebelle […]
Dr Adaora Offor Fulfils Promise with Touch-A-Life Housing Initiative
On 24th November 2024, Dr Adaora Offor, supported by her husband, Sir Dr Emeka Offor, brought hope to widows in Oraifite, Ekwusigo LGA, Anambra State, by fulfilling a promise she made a year ago. The completion of phase three of the Touch-A-Life Housing Initiative saw ten widows receive the keys to beautifully constructed, fully furnished […]
15 African Female Leaders Catalyzing Change Through Social Impact
In a year defined by unprecedented global challenges and transformative social movements, Africa’s women leaders have emerged not just as respondents to change, but as its architects. Our curated list of 15 Changemaker Leaders spotlights women who refuse to accept the world as it is, instead reshaping it through strategic compassion, bold vision, and unwavering […]
Demi Samande: Pioneering a New Era in African Manufacturing and Empowerment
Demi Samande is well-known for her creativity, craftsmanship, and leadership in African manufacturing. With more than 15 years of experience in the United Kingdom and Nigeria, Demi has become a pioneer in the luxury furniture sector and a supporter of sustainable development in Africa. As the CEO of Majeurs Holdings, she has changed the furniture-making […]
Brittani Sensabaugh: The Visionary Photographer Bridging Art, Activism, and Community Empowerment
Brittani Sensabaugh, widely recognized as Brittsense, launched her photography career at age 19, initially in the realm of fashion photography. An Oakland, California native, she relocated to New York City in 2010. There, she captured iconic figures in the fashion industry such as Anna Wintour, Marc Jacobs, and Andre Leon Talley, and collaborated with esteemed […]
7 Women Leading the Fight to End Violence Against Women and Girls
Violence against women and girls remains one of the most common human rights violations globally, affecting millions every year. From domestic abuse to harmful traditional practices like Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), gender-based violence damages women’s rights and limits their potential. In honor of the #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomenAndGirls, we spotlight seven women who have not only taken bold […]
“Strive to be fearless, a leader knows no bounds. I don’t want you to hold back when it comes to going after something you want.” — Career Quick Five With Kutlwano Motla
Kutlwano is a lawyer, an advocate of the High Court, and a proud member of the Johannesburg Bar. While her legal career has been her foundation, her journey into travel content creation began unexpectedly. As an avid traveler, she often received inquiries from her followers about her travel plans and tips for navigating logistics. This […]
Global Citizen Appoints Ifeoma Chuks-Adizue As Managing Director, Africa
Today, November 12, 2024, Global Citizen, the world’s leading international advocacy organization on a mission to end extreme poverty, has announced the appointment of lfeoma Chuks-Adizue to the newlycreated role of Managing Director, Africa. Her responsibilities will also focus on Move Afrika: A Global Citizen Experience which is a long-term, large-scale effort to pioneer a […]