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Samira Buhari empowers women against gender-based violence.
Dr Samira Buhari is doing incredible work to make a real difference in the lives of northern women by advocating for women, children, and society’s most vulnerable members. …
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Mercy Akuot advocates against child marriage in South Sudan.
In South Sudan, over half of all girls are wed before their 18th birthday, making child marriage a significant issue in the country. Factors such as poverty, traditional …
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Tony Elumelu: Africa’s champion for women leadership.
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 …
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Returning to work is daunting for many nursing mothers, especially when trusting their child’s care to strangers. Heartbreaking accounts from mothers on Reddit expose the harsh reality of …
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Chidinma Adetshina makes history as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania.
The just-concluded 73rd Miss Universe Competition 2024, held in Mexico, brought together the best of global talent, beauty, and culture. Miss Denmark Victoria Kjaer Theilvig won the crown, …
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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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MacDella Cooper pioneers social development for Liberians.
War leaves scars that ripple through generations, but for MacDella Cooper, those scars became the foundation for transformative actions. Born in Monrovia, Liberia, Cooper’s childhood was shattered by …
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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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Seven remarkable women in film to look out for at AFRIFF 2024.
The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) 2024 celebrates the richness and diversity of African cinema, providing a premier platform for storytelling and creative exchange. As a hub for …