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Growing up on her family’s agricultural farm in Limuru, Kenya, Talash Huijbers often wondered why farmers, who are essential to the food supply chain, still face so many …

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 …

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 …

Waste management remains a significant issue in Nigeria. Major cities like Abuja and Lagos generate thousands of tons of waste daily, and their recycling or disposal systems must …

In many developed parts of the world, getting clean water is as easy as turning on the tap. However, clean water is a luxury in Rwanda and many …

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 …

Creative Senegalese designer Diarra Bousso is making waves in the African fashion industry by merging her passion for mathematics with her artistic Senegalese cultural heritage. Born in Dakar …

In 2013, Kevine Kagirimpundu and Ysolde Shimwe, two friends, met at the College of Technology and Sciences at the University of Rwanda in 2011 while studying Creative design …

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 …

Aba Fashion Week 2024 returns with its theme, “Threads of Heritage,” celebrating the blend of traditional and modern fashion that defines Aba’s unique role in Nigeria’s creative landscape. …