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 …
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Osen Iyahen empowers Nigerians through Optimal Greening.
Osen Iyahen is an environmental engineer and social entrepreneur committed to transforming Africa’s marginalised communities through sustainable solutions. With a background in Chemical Engineering from the University of …
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soleRebels: The female-led Ethiopian shoe brand that went global.
Multiculturalism is reshaping the African fashion industry, and it’s long overdue. For years, Western influences dominated runways and magazines, overshadowing diverse perspectives. Today, designers collaborate across borders, blending …
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Meet Shantha Bloemen, the woman fixing mobility crisis for Zimbabwean women.
Africa is the most road-dependent region globally, with many countries relying almost entirely on roads for transportation. For 1.1 billion people across the continent, public transport or walking …
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Rethaka solar bags transform learning for South African youth.
At the age of 21, Thato Kgatlhanye and her childhood friend Rea Ngwane -co-founders of Rethaka Repurpose Schoolbags- were deeply moved by the struggles and resilience of their …
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Nthabiseng Mosia is building a thriving off-grid solar compay in Africa
A recent report shows that 597 million people did not have electricity in sub-Saharan Africa as of 2021, while in 2020, electrical energy was inaccessible to 581 million …
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Marta Uetela is innovating prosthetic care in Mozambique.
Like many African nations, Mozambique faces a dire challenge with prosthetic care. Landmines, accidents, and diseases cause thousands of amputations every year, but 90% of amputees in the …
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Four women building sustainable businesses via green technology
Climate change and environmental degradation have long threatened our planet’s future. This threat continued until sustainable energy and green technology came to the rescue. According to a 2022 …
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Bilikis Adebiyi Abiola transforms Lagos waste through WeCyclers.
Lagos State, a rapidly growing metropolis, faces a significant waste management crisis, with an estimated 66% of its population living in informal settlements. This mounting waste problem poses …
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Dr Salma Bougarrani leads Morocco’s water conservation.
While access to drinking water has become widespread in Morocco, with over 97% of rural and urban areas having access to clean water as of 2019, the country …