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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 …

Stretch marks are common to many people’s (especially women’s) skin, yet they often lead to feelings of insecurity due to societal beauty standards. For Portia Mngomezulu, her experience …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Studies have consistently shown that companies with greater gender diversity outperform those with less diverse leadership teams. According to Forbes, companies where women make up over 30% of …

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 …

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 …

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 …