In South Sudan, over half of all girls are wed before their 18th birthday, making child marriage a significant issue in the country. Factors such as poverty, traditional …
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Sarah Nkansah Boateng is advancing reproductive and maternal health in Ghana.
Ghanaian midwife Sarah Nkansah Boateng is improving reproductive, maternal, and child health solutions in Ghana. She is building innovative solutions at the intersection of health, tech and female …
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Shona McDonald, founder and CEO of Shonaquip Social Enterprise, has transformed countless lives and reshaped how people view disabilities in Southern Africa. In 1982, McDonald’s daughter, Shelly, was …
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EducationImpactNon-ProfitSciennce and TechnologyYouth Empowerment
The Girls Techie: Naomi Bamgbose and Sumayah Adegbite empower girls with Tech.
According to a study by the National Girls Collaborative Project, girls who receive mentorship are more likely to pursue careers in STEM. Unfortunately, there is still a low …
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ArtBusinessCulture and TourismEntertainmentFashionInnovation
Aba Fashion Week 2024 returns with style and tradition.
Aba Fashion Week, a celebrated annual event in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria, is set to showcase the city’s fashion industry. Known as the “Made-in-Aba” fashion hub, the event …
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In Nigeria, over 1 million people live with limb loss coupled with the stigma and lack of support that comes with it. However, Dr Irene Titilola Olumese, a …
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EducationInnovationSciennce and TechnologyTechYouth Empowerment
Khadija El Bedweihy disrupts Africa’s EdTech with virtual labs.
Conducting experiments is crucial to understanding and engaging with science. That allows students to grasp abstract concepts, watch theories in action, and develop problem-solving skills. However, limited access …
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Rita Idehai is transforming Nigeria’s waste into currency.
Waste management remains a significant issue in Nigeria. Major cities like Abuja and Lagos generate thousands of tons of waste daily, and their recycling or disposal systems must …
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HealthImpactNon-ProfitSocial Impact
Samira Sanusi defeated sickle cell anaemia —advocates for others.
Samira Sanusi, a Nigerian sickle cell survivor and founder of the Samira Sanusi Sickle Cell Foundation (SSSCF), symbolises resilience. Her journey from battling a debilitating illness to supporting …
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Teacher Chike inspires hope for girls in rural Nigerian school.
Azuh Chike Emmanuel, known fondly as “Teacher Chike” or “The Village Teacher” of Ezemu Girls’ Grammar School, Delta State, is passionate about educating young girls beyond textbooks. He …