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 …
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Morenike Fajemisin empowers Nigerians with Judgment-Free SRH care.
In Nigeria, accessing judgment-free sexual and reproductive health (SRH) resources can be challenging, especially for young people. Societal taboos and healthcare biases often prevent open discussions about sex, …
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Temilola Majekodunmi disrupts Nigeria’s money market with Bankly.
Nearly 26% of Nigerians remain unbanked, even as recent financial service strides have brought formal banking access up to 64% by 2023. Traditional savings practices can have substantial …
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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 …
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In Kinshasa, a unique sight catches attention: women confidently driving pink taxis through the city’s busy streets. This is Ubizcabs, a high-end, women-run taxi service launched by Patricia …
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Abisola Oladapo began her maternal health advocacy after a personal ordeal that nearly cost her child’s life. This experience opened her eyes to the alarming gaps in Nigeria’s …
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Kgomotso Phatsima is inspiring Botswana girls to become pilots.
Growing up in a small village in Botswana to become a military captain, Female Pilot Kgomotso Phatsima achieved her dream of flying an aircraft and made history as …
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Several challenges plague Africa’s transportation sector, including congested cities, polluted air, high operating costs for traditional vehicles, and limited access to reliable transportation. According to the State of …
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AFRIFF 2024: Filmmakers Filson Ali and Lene Børglum share thoughts.
The 13th edition of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) kicked off on November 3, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria, with a colourful night of celebration. The festival’s theme, …
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eShandi: Chilufya Mutale-Mwila is driving financial inclusion across Africa.
Financial inclusion is vital for economic growth across Africa, where millions remain unbanked and lack access to essential financial services. In many regions, especially rural areas, traditional banking …