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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Gwyneth Gyimah Addo, known as Gwen, has transformed The Hair Senta into a leading name in Africa’s human hair and wig industry. Since its founding in 2012, this …
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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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For many new mothers, welcoming a baby brings both joy and a new set of worries. Skin issues are common among infants, with conditions like dryness, eczema, cradle …
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In the world of fashion, Ade Hassan identified a gap—a deeply personal one—that would redefine “nude” for women of colour. As a British Nigerian, she had spent years …
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Tiguidanke Camara pioneers women-led sustainable mining in Africa.
The African mining sector has a low representation of female players at the top managerial level despite women contributing significantly to the industry. Although women work in the …
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AFRIFF 2024: A festival of discovery for artists and volunteers alike.
At the bustling 13th edition of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), The Benchmark took a deeper look at the diverse experiences that make this film festival a …
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Joan Nalubega pioneers affordable malaria solutions in Uganda.
Malaria remains one of the most significant public health challenges in Africa, affecting millions across the continent each year. Spread by the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes, this …
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eShandi: Chilufya Mutale-Mwila is driving financial inclusion across Africa.
Financial inclusion is vital for economic growth across Africa, where millions remain unbanked and lack access to essential financial services. In many regions, especially rural areas, traditional banking …
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Chioma Ude, Author of AFRIFF, First Lady of African Media.
It all started with the dream of a Nigerian woman to create a platform that would showcase the stories of diverse African filmmakers. In 2010, this dream birthed …