Every year, an estimated 736 million women—nearly one in three—globally experience physical or sexual violence, according to the World Health Organization. In Sub-Saharan Africa, the prevalence is even …
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Sindy Zemura’s odyssey of multidimensional pan-African impact.
Dr. Sindy Zemura has dedicated her career to addressing the most pressing challenges faced by vulnerable women, children, and youth in Africa. Through the Southern Africa Embrace (SAE) …
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Mwasi Wilmore makes learning accessible for African children.
Across Sub-Saharan Africa, nearly 98 million children are out of school, highlighting the continent’s significant educational challenges. However, Mwasi Wilmore is working to change this narrative. As the …
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How Saran Kaba Jones created Liberia’s pathway to clean water access.
In 2008, Saran Kaba Jones returned to Liberia after years of exile due to the civil war that displaced her family. Upon her return, she faced a harsh …
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Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson bridges Africa’s healthcare gaps with Healthtracka.
Access to diagnostic healthcare remains a significant challenge for millions across Africa. Recent data shows that nearly 47% of the global population lacks access to proper diagnostic tools. …
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Girls Power Initiative (GPI) advocates for Nigerian women’s rights.
Late Bene Madunagu and Grace Osakue are visionary activists committed to empowering girls and young women in Nigeria. Together, they co-founded the Girls’ Power Initiative (GPI), a feminist …
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Adesuwa Imasekha is safeguarding Nigerian women’s rights vis advocacy.
Adesuwa Tope Imasekha, founder of Women Impacting Nigeria (WIN), is a leading voice in addressing gender-based disparities, promoting financial independence, and advocating for a society where women and …
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Nigeria’s education system faces several challenges, including inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, overcrowded classrooms, and a lack of trained educators, especially in underserved rural areas. According to reports, over …
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WENA: Aisha Babangida empowers Nigeria’s women-led enterprises.
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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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 …