More African women are proving that football isn’t just a sport for men. Despite the longstanding focus on male players in the football world, these remarkable women are …
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Veekee James—The designer disrupting Africa’s celebrity fashion ecosystem.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesRuth Erikan James, popularly known as Veekee James, is an accomplished fashion designer and businesswoman redefining luxury and style in the African fashion industry. Last year, when she …
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Adja Soro is changing cartoon narratives, fostering inclusivity for Africans.
Like other children, Adja Mariam Mahre Soro (Adja Soror) grew up glued to her television. But there was always something missing from those colourful cartoons that told tales of …
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Nollywood without Netflix. What’s next for female filmmakers?
When the news broke that Netflix might pull out of the Nigerian market, it felt like a bad plot twist. This, after all, was no mere platform. For …
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Jadesola Osiberu has shaped movie culture for Nigerian millennials. Period.
When streaming giant Amazon Prime Video decided to make its mark on Nollywood in 2022, the choice of who to work with was almost instinctive- Jadesola Osiberu. The …
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How Salwa Idrissi Akhannouch is innovating Morocco’s retail landscape.
Salwa Idrissi Akhannouch is a leading figure in Morocco’s business world and a key player in the development of the North African retail industry. As the founder and …
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Holiday Essentials: Five must-haves for female innovators.
The holidays are perfect for female innovators to invest in essentials supporting personal well-being and professional growth. Christmas is more than just a festive celebration; it’s an opportunity …
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Christmas is a time for togetherness, love, and celebration. In Africa, the holiday season is marked by vibrant traditions, mouth-watering dishes, and warm hospitality. As families and friends …
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Funke Akindele has been a household name in Nollywood for nearly three decades, and one role that has brought her to the limelight is Jenifa. When Akindele introduced …
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Joy Ofili-Yebovi, the CEO and Creative Director of Simplinteriors and Decor, has become a trailblazer in Nigeria’s furniture manufacturing industry. She also founded the Simplinterior School of Interior …