Women in Nigeria face numerous challenges when venturing into entrepreneurship. According to statistics, women constitute 41% of Nigeria’s micro-business owners. Yet, they face disproportionate barriers like limited access …
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Ada Chukwudozie, a distinguished Nigerian businesswoman.
On September 18, 2024, Lady Ada Chukwudozie made history by becoming the first Igbo woman to chair a commercial bank in Nigeria, Keystone Bank. This appointment marks her …
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EducationImpactMenstrual HealthSocial ImpactSocial Justice
Prayer Nwagboso bridges educatation gaps in Nigeria’s IDP camps.
“No child should ever be denied the chance to dream, simply because they lack resources.”- Prayer Chinaza Nwagboso, Founder of Naza Agape Foundation. Growing up in the northern …
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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia’s First Female President-elect.
From a young activist fighting for her country’s liberation to securing 57% of the votes in the 2024 election, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, at 72 years old, has made history …
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Catherine Edeh leads Nigeria’s disability rights advocacy.
Catherine Edeh made history as Nigeria’s first deaf female lawyer, graduating from the University of Ilorin and Law School in Abuja. The challenges she faced growing up, including …
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Margret Chola is rewriting fashion rules at 84. Who says fashion fades with age?
Margret Chola, a grandmother from Zambia, recently made waves as she turned heads around the world in her bold outfits and style. The 85-year-old has become an unanticipated …
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Lindiwe Nkuna makes sanitary pads accessible for African women.
Proper menstrual health is a critical issue in Africa. Millions of women and girls in marginalised African communities still lack access to adequate hygiene products, and this has …
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Ashley Lori champions menstrual hygiene with Pad-Up Africa.
Ashley Lori, a dedicated advocate for proper menstrual health, aims to empower women and girls across Africa. Through her nonprofit organisation, Pad-Up Africa, she addresses the issue of …
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Zenith Bank: Adaora Umeoji steers bank to clinch industry awards.
Banks don’t often enter the spotlight, but the entire industry pays attention when they do. At the prestigious Banks and Other Financial Institutions BAFI Awards 2024, Zenith Bank …
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Favour Abatang is giving hope to teenage mothers in Nigeria.
“I was shocked when I spent a month in my community for holidays, and I saw pregnant children and teenage moms walking on the streets. One was 12 …