Chief Theresa Kachindamoto, Known as the “terminator of child marriages” in Dedza District in Malawi, has declared war against child marriages. She has and is still abolishing, cultural …
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The Girls Techie: Naomi Bamgbose and Sumayah Adegbite empower girls with Tech.
According to a study by the National Girls Collaborative Project, girls who receive mentorship are more likely to pursue careers in STEM. Unfortunately, there is still a low …
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Khadija El Bedweihy disrupts Africa’s EdTech with virtual labs.
Conducting experiments is crucial to understanding and engaging with science. That allows students to grasp abstract concepts, watch theories in action, and develop problem-solving skills. However, limited access …
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Nigeria’s Tommie Edwards is innovating the UK’s recruitment process.
Recruiting often feels overwhelming for hiring managers, who spend countless hours sifting through CVs in search of quality talent. This tedious process frequently leads to missed opportunities with …
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Teacher Chike inspires hope for girls in rural Nigerian school.
Azuh Chike Emmanuel, known fondly as “Teacher Chike” or “The Village Teacher” of Ezemu Girls’ Grammar School, Delta State, is passionate about educating young girls beyond textbooks. He …
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Blessing Liman, Nigeria’s first female Presidential Air Fleet Captain.
Blessing Liman is a remarkable Nigerian female pilot. Born on March 13, 1984, in Kaduna State, Nigeria, Liman’s passion for the skies began early. Despite societal expectations that …
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Emmanuella Mayaki: Nigeria’s 15-Year-old tech prodigy to watch.
Emmanuella Mayaki, a 15-year-old Nigerian tech prodigy, is transforming the tech space in the diaspora. At age 13, she gained admission to Mary Baldwin University in the United …
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How Lois Auta became a voice for Nigeria’s physically impaired.
Poliomyelitis (Polio) is a highly infectious disease caused by the poliovirus. It is primarily spread through contaminated food and water. This debilitating disease enters the body through the …
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Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, first African queen to receive London Award.
Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, recently achieved a historic milestone as the first African queen to receive the distinguished Honorary Freedom of the …
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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 …