Menstrual health and hygiene are essential for the well-being and empowerment of women and adolescent girls. However, in Africa, many face significant barriers that hinder their ability to …
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EducationImpactNon-ProfitPolicySocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Adrienne Tikolo raises dyslexia awareness in Nigeria.
Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects the way individuals process written language. It is a common problem in Nigeria as everywhere else, and Dr Adrienne Tikolo is …
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Circular EconomyClimate actorsClimate ChangeImpactInnovationSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Adejoke Lasisi, the Nigerian innovator turning waste into wealth.
Adejoke Lasisi, an Ibadan-born fashion designer and environmentalist, is redefining the relationship between waste and creativity. From humble beginnings in southwestern Nigeria, she has emerged as a leader …
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Gender EqualityHealthImpactNon-ProfitSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Hauwa Abbas Hadejia improves lives in Northern Nigeria with SLNI.
Northern Nigeria faces significant challenges, including poverty, limited healthcare access, and a lack of youth empowerment. With low literacy levels, inadequate education, and scarce economic opportunities, the region …
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BusinessGender EqualitySMEsSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Lerato Zulu takes on South Africa’s cleaning products industry.
South Africa’s cleaning products market, valued at $920 million in 2024, is projected to reach $1.13 billion by 2029, driven by heightened hygiene awareness and the long-term impact …
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Seven African women disrupting male-dominated industries.
In Africa and beyond, gender bias persists, particularly in male-dominated industries; despite socio-economic and technological advancements, women continue to face significant barriers. From construction to politics and entertainment, …
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InnovationNon-ProfitSocial ImpactStartupTechYouth Empowerment
How Ingressive for Good is empowering African youth to thrive.
Africa is not just home to the world’s youngest population but also to a demographic dividend that presents a tremendous opportunity for growth. This growth, however, requires immediate …
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Sickle Cell Disorder (SCD) is one of the most prevalent inherited blood conditions globally, characterized by severe anaemia, intense pain, and life-threatening complications such as childhood strokes, chronic …
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Memeza: Elmarie Pereira leads South Africa’s GBV advocacy.
South Africa is grappling with a devasting increase in gender-based violence (GBV) crisis, earning it an unenviable reputation as one of the worst-affected countries globally. The statistics are …
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Female PoliticiansGender EqualityLeadership DevelopmentNon-ProfitPolicyYouth Empowerment
Yasmina Benslimane pioneers gender equality in Morocco’s politics.
Morocco has made significant strides in advancing women’s rights, yet women still face substantial barriers to equal representation. Despite reforms, the country ranks 84th globally in gender equality, …